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Molybdenum Boride Nanoparticles

Molybdenum Boride Nanoparticles

Molybdenum Boride Nanoparticles
Product No NRE-5160
CAS No. 12006-98-3
Formula MoB
Density 9.20 g/cm3
APS <100 nm (Can be Customized)
Purity 99.9%
Form Powder
Molecular Weight 106.751 g/mol

 

Certificate Of Analysis
Mo 89.8%
B 10.1%
Ti 0.02%
Co 0.03%
V 0.02%
C 0.01%
W 0.01%

Molybdenum Boride Nanoparticles

Introduction

Molybdenum boride nanoparticles are a class of transition metal borides with significant interest due to their exceptional properties, such as high hardness, excellent thermal stability, and outstanding catalytic activity. Molybdenum borides, particularly MoB nanoparticles, combine the unique characteristics of molybdenum (a transition metal) with boron (a non-metal), resulting in materials with unique electronic, mechanical, and chemical properties.

Molybdenum boride exists in various stoichiometries, with MoB and Mo₂B being the most common. In their nanoparticle form, these materials exhibit different physical and chemical behaviors compared to their bulk counterparts due to their enhanced surface area, quantum effects, and the ability to tailor their size, shape, and morphology during synthesis. These nanoparticles are increasingly being researched for various high-tech applications, particularly in catalysis, energy storage, and materials science.

Properties of Molybdenum Boride Nanoparticles

High Hardness and Wear Resistance: Molybdenum boride nanoparticles exhibit impressive hardness and wear resistance, making them ideal candidates for applications requiring robust materials that can withstand mechanical stress and wear over time.

Thermal Stability: MoB nanoparticles show excellent stability at high temperatures, which makes them suitable for use in high-temperature environments such as industrial applications, energy production, and aerospace.

Electrical Conductivity: While not as conductive as metals like copper or gold, molybdenum boride nanoparticles do possess good electrical conductivity, making them useful in electronic and electrical applications.

Catalytic Properties: Molybdenum boride nanoparticles exhibit exceptional catalytic activity in various chemical reactions, such as hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, and hydrodesulfurization. Their catalytic efficiency can be further enhanced by modifying their surface structure.

Surface Area and Active Sites: Due to their high surface area and the presence of active sites, MoB nanoparticles are highly effective in catalytic processes, as the reactivity is greatly enhanced compared to bulk materials.

Corrosion Resistance: MoB nanoparticles demonstrate good resistance to corrosion and oxidation, adding to their appeal in harsh environments, such as high-temperature industrial processes and chemical reactions.

 

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