Atomfair Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC), D50 0.37 μm
Product Description
Atomfair beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC) is supplied with D50 0.37 μm particle size, a cubic beta-SiC (3C-SiC) crystal structure, and controlled powder consistency. It is intended for advanced ceramics, composite materials, thermal-spray coatings, and semiconductor-related 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 D50 0.37 μm particle-size grade.
- Cubic beta-SiC (3C-SiC) structure.
- Good thermal conductivity with low thermal-expansion behavior in the product family.
- Suitable for advanced ceramics, coatings, composites, and semiconductor-related materials evaluation.
APPLICATION SCOPE: advanced ceramics, composite materials, thermal-spray coatings, and semiconductor-related 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.
Does the D50 0.37 μm specification mean the beta-SiC powder is monodisperse, and how should the D10/D90/D97 distribution be interpreted?
No, D50 0.37 μm is the median particle size, not a monodispersity guarantee; the stated distribution is D10 0.08 μm, D90 0.72 μm and D97 ≤0.9 μm with equiaxed crystal grains. Because no flowability, green density, or sintering curves are published, this submicron distribution should be validated in your specific compaction, coating, or composite process. Batch-specific COA confirmation is available on request.
Can this 3C-SiC (beta) powder be used directly in semiconductor-related materials research?
Atomfair lists semiconductor-related materials research as an intended application for this cubic beta-SiC (3C-SiC) powder, along with advanced ceramics, composite materials, and thermal-spray coatings. The source does not state a semiconductor-grade purity, dopant level, or electronic-grade certification, so purity requirements should be confirmed with the supplier before process qualification.
What handling and infrastructure information is specified for this 0.37 μm beta-SiC powder?
The only density-related parameter stated is tap density of 0.70 ± 0.1 g/cm³, which should be used as a handling and die-filling reference for the D50 0.37 μm equiaxed powder. Since the source does not give flowability, compaction, or sintering data, process parameters require empirical confirmation. COA and SDS can be provided on request for batch-specific safety and quality documentation.
Atomfair Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC) with D50 0.37 μm offers a defined submicron particle size and cubic beta-SiC crystal structure, suitable for advanced ceramics, thermal-spray coatings, and semiconductor materials research, though its low tap density and fine particle size require careful handling and processing optimization.
Positive
- Defined submicron particle size: D50 of 0.37 μm with D97 ≤0.9 μm provides a narrow, controlled particle size distribution, enabling consistent densification and microstructure in advanced ceramics and composite applications.
- Cubic beta-SiC crystal structure: The 3C-SiC phase offers good thermal conductivity and low thermal expansion, beneficial for thermal management in semiconductor-related materials and thermal-spray coatings.
Trade-offs
- Low tap density: Tap density of 0.70 ± 0.1 g/cm³ indicates low packing efficiency, which may require additional processing steps such as granulation or pressing aids to achieve green density in ceramic forming.
- Fine particle handling challenges: Submicron particles (D50 0.37 μm) are prone to agglomeration and airborne dust generation, necessitating proper ventilation, moisture control, and dispersion techniques during handling and processing.
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).
