Description

Trilithium Monocarbide is an inorganic lithium compound with the chemical formula Li3C. This specialized material is valued for its unique chemical properties and serves as a critical precursor or reagent in advanced material synthesis and energy research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing next-generation battery technologies and novel inorganic materials. The compound is commercially available under CAS NO 70378-93-7.

Application

• Advanced Battery Material Research: Investigated as a potential precursor or component for solid-state electrolytes and high-capacity anode materials in lithium-ion and lithium-metal battery systems.
• Solid-State Chemistry & Synthesis: Serves as a specialized reagent for the synthesis of novel lithium-containing carbides, intermetallic compounds, and complex inorganic materials.
• Hydrogen Storage Materials: Explored in research for developing complex hydrides and other materials for hydrogen storage applications due to its lithium content.
• Catalyst Development: Used in academic and industrial research for developing heterogeneous catalysts for organic transformations and energy conversion processes.
• Laboratory Chemical & Reagent: Employed as a high-purity chemical standard and research-grade reagent in analytical and synthetic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trilithium Monocarbide
CAS No.	70378-93-7
Molecular Formula	Li3C
Molecular Weight	37.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Carbide (Li3C); Trilithium Methanediide; Carbon Trilithide; Lithium Acetylide (related); Lithium Carbon Alloy; Li3C
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Trilithium Monocarbide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container should be kept securely sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Trilithium Monocarbide)	≥ 95.0%
Lithium (Li) Content	≥ 54.0%
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

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