Silicon carbide
≥400 mesh particle size, ≥97.5%
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Code: #234171
CAS Number
409-21-2
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Molecular Information
Weight
40.1 g/mol
Formula
SiC
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Registry Numbers
EC Number
206-991-8
MDL Number
MFCD00049531
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Physical Properties
Melting Point
2700 °C(lit.)
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Storage & Handling
Density
3.22 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Storage
Room temperature
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Silicon carbide is widely used in industrial applications due to its exceptional hardness, thermal conductivity, and resistance to wear and corrosion. It serves as a key material in the production of abrasives, including grinding wheels, sandpapers, and cutting tools, where its hardness enables efficient machining of metals and ceramics.
In the electronics industry, silicon carbide is used as a semiconductor material in high-temperature, high-voltage, and high-frequency devices. Its wide bandgap allows for superior performance in power electronics, such as in electric vehicle inverters, solar inverters, and 5G communication systems.
It is also employed in refractory linings for furnaces and kilns because it can withstand extreme temperatures and thermal shock. Additionally, silicon carbide is used in ceramic brake discs for high-performance vehicles, offering reduced weight and improved durability.
In the field of energy, it plays a role in nuclear reactors as a structural material due to its radiation resistance. It is also used in heating elements for industrial furnaces, where it provides efficient and long-lasting heat generation.
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