Description

Manganese Boride CAS NO 12228-50-1 is an inorganic compound belonging to the class of transition metal borides, characterized by its high hardness and thermal stability. This material is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced ceramics and as a reinforcing agent in metal matrix composites. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the metallurgical, aerospace, and advanced materials sectors seeking to enhance material properties such as wear resistance and high-temperature performance.

Application

• Hard Material Production: Used as a precursor or additive in the manufacture of ultra-hard ceramics and cermets for cutting tools and abrasion-resistant components.
• Composite Reinforcement: Serves as a reinforcing phase in aluminum or magnesium metal matrix composites to improve strength, stiffness, and wear characteristics.
• Surface Coatings: Employed in thermal spray or chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to create hard, protective surface layers on industrial parts.
• Catalyst Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst support in specialized chemical synthesis and hydrogen storage reactions.
• Neutron Absorption: Finds application in nuclear shielding materials due to the neutron-absorbing properties of boron.
• Additive Manufacturing: Incorporated into specialized powders for 3D printing of high-performance, complex metal parts.
• Electronic Materials: Used in research for developing novel magnetic or electronic materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Acts as a high-purity starting material for solid-state chemistry research and development of new boride compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Manganese Boride
CAS No.	12228-50-1
Molecular Formula	MnB (commonly; other stoichiometries like Mn2B, MnB2 exist)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Manganese Boride; Manganese Monoboride; Manganous Boride; Boranylidynemanganese; Manganese(II) Boride; MnB Powder; Manganese-Boron Alloy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Manganese Boride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for critical parameters including purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurities to ensure consistency and performance for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Isolate from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (MnB)	≥ 99%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	Contact for details
Nitrogen Content	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.