Aluminum carbide powder is a gray-green to yellowish crystalline compound composed of aluminum and carbon. It is known for its high hardness, good thermal conductivity, and reactivity with water or moisture, where it decomposes to produce methane gas.
Our aluminum carbide powder has uniform particle morphology, tight size distribution, and low oxygen content. It is available in multiple particle sizes to meet the requirements of various research and industrial applications. We also offer comprehensive after-sales support—please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Purity: ≥99%
Fine powder with narrow particle size distribution
High hardness and thermal stability
Reactive in humid environments (CH₄ evolution)
Suitable for advanced composite reinforcement and ceramic applications
Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs): Reinforcement phase in aluminum-based composites to enhance stiffness, wear resistance, and thermal properties
Ceramic Materials: Intermediate or additive in high-performance ceramics and carbide-based materials
High-Temperature Components: Used in refractory and high-temperature structural applications
Research & Development: Used in powder metallurgy and composite synthesis for academic and industrial research
All batches of aluminum carbide powder come with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Analysis includes chemical composition, particle size distribution, and moisture/oxygen content. Third-party verification available on request.
Chemical Formula: Al₄C₃
Appearance: Gray-green to yellowish
Density: ~2.36 g/cm³
Melting Point: ~2,100 °C (decomposes)
Crystal Structure: Hexagonal
Solubility: Reacts with water to release methane (CH₄)
Chemical Stability: Stable in dry environments; reacts with moisture
Toxicity: CH₄ is flammable; dust inhalation should be avoided
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard Statements:
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
H228: Flammable solid.
H261: In contact with water releases flammable gas.
Inner Packaging: Double-layer sealed plastic bags or aluminum foil bags for moisture and leakage protection.
Outer Packaging: Iron drum or fiber drum, depending on the weight, with reinforced sealed lid.
Hazard Packaging: UN-certified packaging compliant with regulations for hazardous materials transportation.
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