Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder
Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder
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Manganese Aluminum Carbide MAX Phase Powder |
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| Product No. | NRE-58002 |
| CAS No. | NA |
| Formula | Mn2AlC |
| Molecular Weight | 148.86 g/mol |
| APS | < 40 μm |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Form | Powder |
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Certificate of Analysis |
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| Mn | 73.8% |
| Al | 18.1% |
| C | 8.0% |
| O | 0.03% |
| Fe | 0.02% |
| Mo | 0.01% |
| Sn | 0.03% |
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.
