Description

Manganese Carbide CAS NO 12266-65-8 is a specialized inorganic compound of significant industrial importance. It serves as a critical alloying agent and precursor material, valued for its ability to impart hardness and wear resistance to ferrous alloys. This product is essential for manufacturers in the metallurgical and advanced materials sectors seeking to enhance the performance characteristics of steel and other metal products.

Application

• Steel Alloying Agent: Used to increase the hardness, tensile strength, and wear resistance of various grades of steel.
• Ferroalloy Production: A key raw material in the manufacture of manganese-containing ferroalloys for the foundry industry.
• Hardfacing and Welding Rods: Incorporated into welding electrode coatings and hardfacing materials to create abrasion-resistant surface layers.
• Carbide Additive: Employed in the production of specialized cemented carbides and cutting tools.
• Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain catalysts for chemical synthesis and environmental applications.
• Research & Development: Utilized in material science research for developing new alloys and composite materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Manganese Carbide
CAS No.	12266-65-8
Molecular Formula	Mn3C
Molecular Weight	176.83 g/mol
Synonyms	Manganese Carbide (Mn3C); Trimanganese Carbide; Manganese(0) Carbide; Manganese Carbon Alloy; Cementite-type Manganese Carbide; Manganese Sesquicarbide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Manganese Carbide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and chemical assay for composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurity levels is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizers. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Mn3C phase
Assay (as Mn3C)	≥ 95.0 %
Manganese (Mn) Content	≥ 85.0 %
Carbon (C) Content	6.0 - 7.5 %
Particle Size (Customizable)	-100 mesh, -325 mesh, or as required
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Si, Al, etc.)	< 1.0 % (Total)

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