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High Purity MAX Special Ceramics Material Vanadium Aluminum Carbide V2AlC Powder, 99%

Because they are made from molecular sheet of carbides and trides, such as those found in titanium, MAX special ceramics material Vanadium aluminum carbide has excellent conductivity. Particle Size: 5-10um
Purity: 99%

About  MAX Special Ceramics Material Vanadium Aluminum Carbide V2AlC Powder  :

Physical property

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has a metallic luster and is a gray or black solid. It has a high melting point of about 1715 ° C and a 3.71g/cm³ density. At room temperature, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has high mechanical strength, hardness, good wear, and corrosion resistance. In addition, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has high thermal conductivity, moderate conductivity, and good thermal and chemical stability.

Chemical properties

The chemical properties of vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC are stable and cannot quickly oxidize or corrode. In addition, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has good oxidation resistance and can remain stable at high temperatures.

Crystal structure

The crystal structure of vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC comprises vanadium atoms, aluminum atoms and carbon atoms arranged according to specific rules. Among them, vanadium and aluminum atoms occupy the 3a and 1b positions of cubic close packing, respectively, and carbon atoms fill the tetrahedral Spaces. This structure makes vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC have high hardness and excellent wear resistance.

Mechanical properties

Vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has good mechanical properties, and its hardness, toughness and strength are high. At high temperatures, the strength of vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC decreases with the temperature increase, but it has good thermal stability in a specific temperature range. 

Thermal properties

Vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has high thermal conductivity and good thermal conductivity. In addition, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has a low coefficient of thermal expansion and can maintain dimensional stability at high temperatures.

Electrical properties

Vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC has moderate conductivity and good electrical conductivity. In electronic devices, vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC can be a good conductor. In addition, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC also has semiconductor properties and can be used to manufacture semiconductor devices.

Optical properties

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has a wide optical transmission range and can maintain a high transmittance in visible and near-infrared bands. In addition, the optical properties of vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC are stable and not affected by environmental factors. In optical devices, vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC can manufacture high-performance optical devices such as high-temperature lenses and infrared Windows.


Technical Parameters of Vanadium Aluminum Carbide, V2AlC powder :

Name of the productMFPurityParticle SizeMolecular WeightMelting PointThe color of the sky
Vanadium Aluminum CarbideV2AlC99%325 mesh1962000Gray Black

VanadiumAluminumCarbide


Production Method of MAX Special Ceramics Material Vanadium Aluminum Carbide V2AlC Powder

Carbothermal reduction method

Carbothermic reduction is a commonly used method to prepare vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC. Its basic principle is to heat the alumina, vanadium-oxide and toner to a high temperature to reduce carbon and oxide to produce vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC. The specific steps are as follows:

Alumina, vanadium oxide and toner are mixed proportionally to make a mixture.

The mixture is placed in a carbothermal reduction furnace and heated to high temperature.

Carbon and oxide are reduced to form vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC at high temperatures.

The resulting vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC is removed from the furnace for cooling and grinding.

In addition, the composition and properties of vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC can be controlled by adjusting the ratio of raw materials and reaction conditions. However, the carbon-thermal reduction method also has some things that could be improved, such as the need to use a large amount of carbon, the ease of introducing impurities, the reaction conditions, and the need for a temperature-reduction atmosphere.

Electric furnace melting method

The electric furnace melting method is a method of melting raw materials by heating and then solidifying by cooling to obtain vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC. The specific steps are as follows:

Alumina, vanadium oxide and toner are mixed proportionally to make a mixture.

Place the mixture in an electric furnace and heat it to a high temperature.

The mixture is melted at high temperatures into a liquid state and then slowly cooled.

After cooling, the bulk material of vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC is obtained.

The advantages of electric furnace smelting are that the prepared vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC has a high-purity uniform composition, and large bulk materials can be obtained simultaneously. In addition, the lattice structure and properties of vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC can be controlled by controlling the melting temperature and cooling rate. However, the electric furnace melting method also has disadvantages, such as high preparation costs, long production cycles, and the need to use large equipment for production.

In actual production, the appropriate production method can be selected according to the actual demand. The carbothermal reduction can be selected for occasions where large-scale production is required and performance requirements are not high. For the need for high-purity, high-performance vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC materials, you can choose the electric furnace melting method.



Applicationes of MAX Special Ceramics Material Vanadium Aluminum Carbide V2AlC Powder  :

Aerospace field

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has been widely used in the aerospace field. In addition, vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC can also be used to manufacture critical components such as aircraft fuselages and landing gear, improving aircraft service life and safety.

The energy sector

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC also has essential applications in the energy field. In addition, vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC can also be used to manufacture fuel cell electrode materials and catalyst carriers, etc., to improve energy conversion efficiency and fuel cell performance.

Tool field

Vanadium Aluminum carbide V2AlC can manufacture high-performance tools such as drills, milling cutters, turning tools, etc. Because of its high hardness, high wear resistance, and excellent cutting performance, it can significantly improve the tool's tool's service life and cutting efficiency. In addition, vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC can manufacture high-precision equipment such as measuring tools and precision instruments to improve measurement accuracy and equipment performance.

Optical devices

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has good optical properties and can be used to manufacture high-performance optical devices, such as mirrors, optical windows, prisms, etc. It has a wide optical transmission range and high transmittance, which can reduce the scattering and reflection loss of light and improve optical devices' imaging quality and performance. In addition, vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has excellent chemical stability and corrosion resistance and can maintain stable optical properties in harsh environments.

Electronic devices

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC can manufacture electronic devices, such as integrated circuit boards, vacuum tube housings, etc. Due to its high electrical conductivity and stable physical and chemical properties, it can provide excellent electrical performance and thermal stability and improve the reliability and stability of electronic devices. In addition, vanadium carbide aluminum V2AlC can also be used to manufacture new electronic devices, such as high-temperature superconducting materials and electronic ceramics, and promote the development of electronic technology.

Wear-resistant material field

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has excellent wear resistance and can be used to manufacture wear-resistant materials, such as bearings, gears, seals, etc. Because of its high hardness, high wear resistance and excellent fatigue resistance, it can significantly improve the service life and performance of wear-resistant materials. In addition, vanadium-aluminum carbide V2AlC can also be used to manufacture wear-resistant parts such as pantographs for high-speed railways, improving the operation efficiency and safety of trains.

Biomedical field

Vanadium aluminum carbide V2AlC has good biocompatibility and non-toxicity and can be used to manufacture biomedical devices and materials, such as artificial joints and dental implants.


The Storage Conditions of Vanadium Aluminum Carbide (V2AlC) Powder
Weakened vanadium aluminium carbide powder will cause damp reunion, which can adversely affect its dispersion performance. V2AlC should not be exposed to stress.

Packing and Shipping Vanadium Aluminum Carbide powder V2AlC Powder
There are many packing options available depending on the amount of vanadium aluminum caride V2AlC.
Powder packaging of Vanadium aluminum caride V2AlC You can vacuum pack 100g, 500g, 1kg/bag or 25kg/barrel. Or as you request.
Powder shipping of vanadium aluminum caride V2AlC Once payment has been received, items may be shipped by express, air or sea.

Vanadium Aluminum Carbide Powder Properties     

  Other Titles   V2AlC MAXene powder, V2AlC powder
        12179-42-9
  Compound Formula   V2AlC
  Molecular Weight   140.87
  Appearance   Dark Gray to Black Powder
  Melting Point   2000              
  Boiling Point   N/A
  Density   4.85 g/cm3
  Solubility of H2O   N/A
  Thermal Expansion   N/A




Health & Safety Information     

  Signal word   Alert
  Hazard Statements   H228
  Hazard Codes   F
  Risk Codes   N/A
  Safety statements   N/A
  Transport Information   UN 3178, 4.1/II

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