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Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder

Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder

Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder

Product No. NRE-58002
CAS No. NA
Formula Mn3AlC2
Molecular Weight 215.81 g/mol
APS < 40 μm
Purity 99.9%
Form Powder

Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder

Structure and Properties

Mn2AlC exhibits a layered hexagonal structure, typical of MAX phases. This structure is responsible for its intriguing properties, which include:

Electrical Conductivity: Manganese Aluminium Carbide MAX Phase Powder Mn2AlC displays good electrical conductivity due to the metallic bonding in its structure.

Thermal Conductivity: The material’s ability to conduct heat efficiently makes it valuable for thermal management applications.

Resistance: The presence of aluminium contributes to the formation of a protective oxide layer, enhancing oxidation resistance.

Mechanical Properties: Mn2AlC combines the hardness and stiffness of ceramics with the machinability and ductility of metals.

Synthesis

Mn2AlC can be synthesized through various methods, such as:

Powder Metallurgy: Involves the blending of elemental or binary compound powders followed by a sintering process to form the Manganese Aluminium Carbide MAX Phase Powder.

Self-propagating High-temperature Synthesis (SHS): An exothermic reaction between the elements that leads to the formation of Mn2AlC.

Applications

High-Temperature Structural Components

Aerospace: Mn2AlC is used in aerospace applications where components must endure high temperatures and mechanical stress, such as in turbine blades and thermal barriers.

Automotive: The material’s resistance to high temperatures and oxidation makes it suitable for use in automotive exhaust systems and engine components.

Thermal Management Systems

Heat Sinks: Mn2AlC’s high thermal conductivity makes it an excellent material for heat sinks and other thermal management solutions in electronics.

Thermal Interface Materials: Used in applications requiring efficient heat transfer between components, improving overall system performance.

Electrical Applications

Conductive Coatings: Due to its electrical conductivity Manganese Aluminium Carbide MAX Phase Powder, Mn2AlC is used to create coatings that enhance the performance of electrical components.

Electrical Contacts: The material’s stability and conductivity make it suitable for use in electrical contacts and connectors.

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