Description

Aluminum Boride is an inorganic compound of aluminum and boron, known for its refractory and ceramic properties. This material is valued for its high-temperature stability and its role as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized in research and industrial sectors focused on developing high-performance ceramics, composite materials, and as an additive in metallurgical processes.

Application

• Ceramic and Refractory Material Production: Used as a precursor or additive to enhance the hardness, thermal stability, and wear resistance of advanced ceramics and refractory products.
• Composite Material Reinforcement: Acts as a reinforcing agent in metal-matrix and ceramic-matrix composites to improve mechanical properties.
• Metallurgical Additive: Employed in alloy production and metal refining processes to modify grain structure and enhance material properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reagent or catalyst in specific inorganic and materials chemistry research applications.
• High-Temperature Coatings: A component in formulations for protective coatings that require stability under extreme thermal conditions.
• Energy Storage Research: Investigated for potential applications in next-generation battery materials and hydrogen storage systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminum Boride
CAS No.	37367-77-4
Molecular Formula	AlB2 (primary phase)
Molecular Weight	48.60 g/mol (for AlB2)
Synonyms	Aluminum Diboride; AlB2; Aluminum Boride (AlB2); Boranylidynealuminum; Aluminum Boride Powder; Aluminium Boride; Aluminum-Boron Alloy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Aluminum Boride is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and spectroscopic methods for elemental analysis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key specifications and confirming compliance with agreed-upon parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the product must be stored in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to AlB2 phase
Assay (AlB2 Content)	≥ 95.0%
Particle Size (D50)	< 45 µm (or as specified)
Moisture Content	< 1.0%
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

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