Atomfair Vanadium Carbide (VC) Powder, Total Carbon 16.0–16.9%, Free Carbon ≤0.5%, FSSS 2.0–4.0 μm
Product Description
Atomfair vanadium carbide (VC) powder is supplied as grey powder with a total carbon specification of 16.0–16.9%, free carbon ≤0.5%, oxygen ≤0.40%, nitrogen ≤0.35%, and FSSS 2.0–4.0 μm. It is intended for hard alloy additive research.
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Technical Specifications
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Customization & Ordering
Custom composition and particle-size requirements may be evaluated for selected grades upon request. Alternative package sizes may also be available. Minimum order quantities, pricing, and lead times vary by specification and will be confirmed during technical review and quotation.
Key Features and Advantages
- Defined composition and particle-size specification for hard alloy materials research.
- Source-defined chemical composition and impurity limits are listed for technical review.
- Powder format suitable for cermet or hard alloy additive research.
APPLICATION SCOPE: hard alloy additive research
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For grade selection, particle-size confirmation, documentation support or custom specification review, contact our technical sales team.
How does the free carbon content in Atomfair Vanadium Carbide powder affect its suitability for hard alloy additive research?
The free carbon is ≤0.5%, which minimizes undesirable carbon contamination during sintering, while the total carbon is tightly controlled to 16.0–16.9% to ensure stoichiometry. This is critical for achieving consistent mechanical properties in cermet or hard alloy composites.
What are the maximum impurity levels in Atomfair Vanadium Carbide powder that could affect alloy performance?
The powder has specified maximum impurities: Fe ≤0.10%, Ca ≤0.05%, Al ≤0.20%, Si ≤0.20%, Na ≤0.01%, oxygen ≤0.40%, nitrogen ≤0.35%. These low impurity levels are important to avoid detrimental effects on hardness and corrosion resistance in the final hard alloy.
What documentation is available for Atomfair Vanadium Carbide powder to ensure safe handling and storage?
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) are available upon request for batch-specific confirmation. These documents provide detailed information on composition, impurities, and safety precautions necessary for proper laboratory handling and storage.
Atomfair Vanadium Carbide (VC) powder with total carbon 16.0–16.9% and FSSS 2.0–4.0 μm provides a defined composition for hard alloy additive research, with controlled impurity limits including oxygen ≤0.40% and nitrogen ≤0.35%.
Positive
- Controlled carbon and impurity levels: The total carbon spec (16.0–16.9%) and strict limits on free carbon, Fe, Ca, Al, Si, Na, oxygen, and nitrogen ensure reproducible hard alloy additive research.
- Defined FSSS particle size range: The FSSS 2.0–4.0 μm particle size distribution is suitable for direct incorporation into cermet or hard alloy formulations without further milling.
Trade-offs
- Free carbon up to 0.5%: The ≤0.5% free carbon content may alter carbide stoichiometry in precision alloy systems, requiring verification during formulation.
- Oxygen and nitrogen sensitivity: Oxygen (≤0.40%) and nitrogen (≤0.35%) limits require controlled atmosphere storage and handling to prevent contamination and preserve specified purity.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
