Description

Magnesium Silicide is an inorganic compound with significant utility in advanced material synthesis and metallurgical processes. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for generating silane gas and as a powerful reducing agent in high-temperature applications. This material is essential for industries focused on semiconductor manufacturing, specialty alloy production, and pyrotechnic formulations, where precise chemical reactivity is paramount.

Application

• Semiconductor Precursor: A key source material for the generation of silane (SiH₄) gas, which is used in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of silicon films and epitaxial layers.
• Metallurgical Reducing Agent: Employed in the production of high-purity metals and specialty alloys by reducing metal oxides at elevated temperatures.
• Pyrotechnic Compositions: Used in specialized incendiary and signaling formulations due to its exothermic reaction characteristics.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Serves as a reactant in the solid-state synthesis of magnesium silicide (Mg₂Si) thermoelectric materials and other intermetallic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in laboratories as a versatile reagent for organic and inorganic synthesis, particularly in reactions requiring a strong reductant.
• Gettering Agent: Applied in vacuum tube and certain electronic component manufacturing to scavenge residual oxygen.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Silicide
CAS No.	22831-39-6
Molecular Formula	Mg₂Si
Molecular Weight	76.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimagnesium silicide; Magnesium monosilicide; Silaneylidynedimagnesium; Mg₂Si; Silicon magnesium alloy
EINECS	245-254-5

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Silicide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, particle size distribution, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to air. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere or desiccant. Store away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Mg₂Si)	≥ 98.0 %
Magnesium (Mg) Content	Contact for details
Silicon (Si) Content	Contact for details
Particle Size (Typical)	< 45 μm (325 mesh) or as requested
Moisture Content	< 0.5 %

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