Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC), >98% Purity, D50 0.47 μm
Product Description
Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC) is supplied with >98% purity, D50 0.47 μm particle size, and a regular, rounded particle morphology with good flowability and dense-packing characteristics. It is intended for 3D printing, ceramics, spraying, and composite-materials research.
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Technical Specifications
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Customization & Ordering
Custom particle-size and purity 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 >98% purity grade with D50 0.47 μm particle size.
- Regular, rounded particle morphology with good flowability and cleanliness.
- High filling density and good moldability for formulation and feedstock evaluation.
APPLICATION SCOPE: 3D printing, ceramics, spraying, and composite-materials research
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation. Additional documentation requirements may be discussed before order confirmation.
LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For grade selection, particle-size confirmation, documentation support or custom specification review, contact our technical sales team.
How does the tap density of 0.80 g/cm³ and regular rounded morphology of this beta-SiC powder influence densification behavior in ceramic spray applications?
The tap density of 0.80 g/cm³ indicates efficient particle packing, which combined with the regular rounded morphology, reduces porosity in green bodies and promotes uniform densification during spraying. This is critical for achieving high-density coatings with minimal defects and is supported by the narrow particle size distribution (D10=0.08 μm, D90=0.95 μm) that minimizes segregation.
What are the typical impurity constraints for using beta-SiC powder in high-temperature ceramic composite applications?
The impurity profile shows Fe2O3<0.2%, SiO2<0.5%, F.Si <0.2%, F.C <0.1%. These low impurity levels are suitable for ceramic matrix composites where excessive SiO2 can degrade high-temperature strength and iron can catalyze unwanted reactions. The >98% purity and controlled impurity profile ensure compatibility with demanding sintering and spraying processes.
What particle size distribution metrics (D10, D50, D90, D97) should be monitored to ensure consistent flowability in 3D printing feedstock?
The D10=0.08 μm, D50=0.47 μm, D90=0.95 μm, and D97≤1.21 μm define a narrow distribution that minimizes fines and coarse particles, ensuring consistent flow and preventing nozzle clogging in 3D printing. The regular rounded morphology further enhances flowability, and batch-specific COA confirmation is recommended for reproducibility.
Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder is a >98% pure 3C-SiC grade with a defined D50 of 0.47 μm, rounded particle morphology, and stated particle-size distribution bounds, making it directly relevant for feedstock evaluation in 3D printing, ceramics, spraying, and composite research.
Positive
- Controlled submicron particle size: The product specifies D50 of 0.47 μm with D10, D90, and D97 bounds, giving formulation researchers a defined particle-size distribution for feedstock evaluation.
- Rounded flowable particle morphology: Regular, rounded particles with good flowability and high filling density are stated as providing dense packing and good moldability for 3D printing, ceramic, spraying, and composite research feedstocks.
Trade-offs
- Impurity ceilings require batch evaluation: This >98% grade allows Fe2O3 below 0.2%, SiO2 below 0.5%, free silicon below 0.2%, and free carbon below 0.1%, so impurity-sensitive formulation work should verify batch-specific COA data before finalizing the material.
- COA and SDS only upon request: Batch-specific COA and SDS are not automatically supplied; they must be requested during the quotation stage to confirm lot-level compliance with the stated purity and particle-size specification.
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).
