Titanium Tin Carbide (Ti2SnC) MAX Phase Micron Powder, APS: 325 Mesh, Purity: 99+ %
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25 grams: 70€
100 grams: 160€
500 grams: 390€
1000 grams: 645€
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Product Overview
Titanium Tin Carbide is a specialized member of the 211 MAX phase family, characterized by its nanolaminated hexagonal crystal structure. Unlike common aluminum-based MAX phases, the substitution of tin (Sn) into the "A" layer introduces unique physical characteristics, particularly regarding its electronic density and bonding strength. Ti2SnC functions as a "ceramic-metal hybrid," exhibiting the high elastic modulus and chemical resistance of ceramics alongside the thermal and electrical conductivity of metals. A distinguishing feature of this material is its high damage tolerance and exceptional thermal shock resistance, facilitated by the ability of the tin layers to undergo micro-scale deformation (kinking) under stress, which prevents the propagation of cracks and ensures mechanical reliability in extreme environments.
Technical Properties
| Compound Formula | Ti2SnC |
| Molecular Weight | 266.45 g/mol |
| Purity | 99+% |
| Average Particle Size | 325 mesh |
| Density | 6.24 g/cm3 |
| Appearance | Dark gray to black |
Applications
- MXene Synthesis for Energy Storage: Ti2SnC serves as an advanced precursor for the production of titanium carbide MXenes. The presence of the tin layer allows for specific chemical etching pathways, resulting in 2D nanosheets that are highly effective as active materials in lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors due to their high volumetric energy density.
- Aerospace Propulsion and Structural Components: Its high-temperature resistance and ability to withstand sudden thermal gradients make Ti2SnC suitable for use in aircraft and spacecraft components. It provides a lightweight alternative to traditional superalloys while maintaining the rigidity and oxidation resistance required for high-velocity environments.
- Nuclear Technology Cladding: Ti2SnC is being researched for structural applications in nuclear reactors. Its layered structure acts as a sink for radiation-induced defects, and its high chemical stability ensures performance in the presence of corrosive coolants and intense neutron flux.
- Electronic Information and Signal Processing: The material’s metallic-like electrical conductivity makes it ideal for specialized electronic substrates and information-bearing components. It is used in systems where electromagnetic shielding and heat dissipation must be managed simultaneously within a durable ceramic matrix.
- Machinable Conductive Ceramics for Weaponry: Due to its unique combination of hardness and machinability, Ti2SnC is utilized in the defense industry for high-precision components that require complex geometries. It maintains its structural integrity under the mechanical stress and high-heat conditions typical of advanced equipment.
- Chemical Processing and Anti-corrosive Systems: The inherent corrosion resistance of the titanium-carbon framework makes Ti2SnC a candidate for liners and components in chemical reactors that deal with aggressive acids or high-temperature melts, where traditional metals would fail.
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FAQ
FAQ About Titanium Tin Carbide (Ti2SnC) MAX Phase Micron Powder, 99+%, 325 Mesh
1) Why is Ti2SnC classified as a 211 MAX phase?
Ti2SnC belongs to the 211 MAX phase family, where the layered structure combines titanium, tin and carbon in a nanolaminated arrangement. This structure gives the material a mixed ceramic-metal character, with ceramic-like thermal and chemical stability together with metallic-like electrical and thermal transport.
2) How is Ti2SnC different from aluminum-based MAX phases such as Ti2AlC or Ti3AlC2?
The main difference is the A-layer chemistry. Ti2SnC contains tin in the A layer, while Ti2AlC and Ti3AlC2 contain aluminum. This difference affects bonding, electronic structure and etching behavior, which can influence how each MAX phase performs as a structural material or MXene precursor. Researchers can compare related grades in Nanografi's range of MAX phase powders.
3) Can Nanografi Ti2SnC be used as a precursor for MXene synthesis?
Yes. Ti2SnC is used as a precursor for producing titanium carbide-based MXene structures through selective chemical removal of the tin-containing A layer. The final MXene characteristics depend on the etching chemistry, processing route and post-treatment conditions.
4) Why is Ti2SnC interesting for high-temperature structural applications?
Ti2SnC combines thermal stability, damage tolerance and resistance to thermal shock. Its layered structure can accommodate local deformation mechanisms that help limit crack propagation under thermal and mechanical stress, making it relevant for advanced structural and high-temperature research.
5) Is Ti2SnC suitable for aerospace and propulsion research?
Yes. Aerospace and propulsion systems are among the application areas considered for Ti2SnC because of its ability to tolerate elevated temperatures, thermal gradients and mechanically demanding environments. Final suitability depends on the specific operating temperature, atmosphere and structural design.
6) Can Ti2SnC be evaluated for conductive ceramic applications?
Yes. MAX phases are distinguished from conventional ceramics by their metallic-like conductivity and machinability. Ti2SnC can therefore be evaluated for applications where electrical conductivity, thermal transport and ceramic-like stability are required in the same material system.
7) What should be considered when selecting Ti2SnC for MXene precursor research?
Purity, particle size, phase composition and the chemistry of the A layer are important selection parameters. Nanografi's Ti2SnC grade is supplied at 99+% purity with a 325 mesh particle specification, providing a defined starting material for MAX-to-MXene conversion studies.
8) How does Ti2SnC compare with Ti2AlC for MAX phase research?
Both materials belong to the 211 MAX phase family, but they differ in A-layer chemistry and therefore in bonding and etching behavior. Researchers comparing tin- and aluminum-containing MAX phases can also review Nanografi's Ti2AlC MAX phase powder as a directly related 211-phase alternative.
9) Is Ti2SnC relevant for nuclear materials research?
Yes. Ti2SnC is being investigated for structural and cladding-related concepts where layered ceramics are studied for radiation tolerance, chemical stability and defect accommodation. Application-specific validation is required for any nuclear environment.
10) Can Ti2SnC be used in chemical-processing environments?
Ti2SnC is considered for chemically demanding environments because MAX phases combine corrosion resistance with thermal stability. It can be evaluated for liners, coatings or structural components exposed to aggressive chemical or thermal conditions, depending on the process chemistry.
11) Where can related MAX, MAB and MXene materials be compared?
Researchers working across layered carbides and borides can explore Nanografi's broader MAB, MAX and MXene materials portfolio to compare precursor chemistries, phase families and two-dimensional material options.
12) Where can other MAX phase powders be reviewed?
Nanografi's MAX phase powder selection includes Ti2SnC together with Ti2AlC, Ti3AlC2, V2AlC, Nb2AlC and other layered ternary carbides for comparative research.
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