Niobium Aluminum Carbide (Nb2AlC) MAX Phase Micron Powder, APS: 325 Mesh, Purity: 99+ %

25 grams: 70€
100 grams: 160€
500 grams:  390€
1000 grams: 645€ 

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Niobium Aluminum Carbide (Nb2AlC) MAX Phase Micron Powder

APS: 325 Mesh, Purity: 99+%

Niobium Aluminum Carbide is a high-density member of the 211 MAX phase family, specifically engineered for environments where mechanical stability at extreme temperatures is non-negotiable. Its hexagonal nanolaminated structure features Nb6C layers separated by Al atomic planes. Among the MAX phases, Nb2AlC is distinguished by its exceptional creep resistance and high-temperature mechanical durability. While it exhibits lower hardness at room temperature compared to Ti-based counterparts, this characteristic facilitates superior energy dissipation and fracture toughness through delamination and "kinking" mechanisms. Its ability to maintain structural integrity under intense thermal cycling makes it a premier candidate for transition-metal-based ceramic engineering.

Technical Properties

Applications

• MXene Production: Nb2AlC serves as the essential precursor for synthesizing Nb2C MXenes. These 2D nanosheets are highly valued in the energy sector for their high theoretical lithium-ion storage capacity and excellent rate performance. They are also investigated for their unique optical properties in photothermal therapy and nonlinear optics.
• Aviation and Aerospace Propulsion: Due to its elite high-temperature mechanical properties and thermal shock resistance, Nb2AlC is utilized in the development of structural components for jet engines and hypersonic vehicles. It provides a strategic balance between metallic thermal conductivity and ceramic oxidation resistance.
• Nuclear Industry Components: Nb-based MAX phases are recognized for their low neutron activation profiles and radiation damage tolerance. Nb2AlC is researched for use in nuclear fuel cladding and reactor internal components where it must withstand both neutron irradiation and high-temperature coolant exposure.
• High-Load Electrical Contact Materials: The combination of metallic-level electrical conductivity and the ability to withstand mechanical wear makes this material ideal for high-performance electrode brushes and sliding electrical contacts in heavy industrial machinery and high-speed rail systems.
• Advanced Supercapacitor Electrodes: In electrochemical applications, the niobium sites offer multiple oxidation states, facilitating pseudocapacitive energy storage mechanisms. This results in devices with higher energy densities than traditional carbon-based supercapacitors.