Atomfair Atomfair Calcium Hexaboride (CaB6) Powder, 96% Purity, 10-20 um
Product Description
Atomfair calcium hexaboride powder is supplied with 96% purity as crystalline particles approximately 10�20 �m in size. It is intended for deoxidizer, composite-ceramic, and wear-resistant material research.
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Technical Specifications
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Customization & Ordering
Custom specifications, quantities, or packaging may be available upon request. Please submit your target specifications, required quantity, packaging requirements, and delivery timeline through Request a Quote.
Key Features and Advantages
- Specified purity: 96%.
- Particle-size specification: Approximately 10�20 �m.
- Morphology: Crystalline particles.
APPLICATION SCOPE: deoxidizer, composite-ceramic, and wear-resistant material 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.
What are the main performance trade-offs when using 96% purity calcium hexaboride powder for wear-resistant composite ceramics?
At 96% purity, this CaB6 powder provides cost-effective deoxidation and hardness enhancement for composite ceramics, but the impurity fraction may influence grain-boundary chemistry and long-term wear stability compared to higher-purity grades. The 10–20 µm crystalline particle morphology is appropriate for uniform dispersion in ceramic matrices; however, for applications demanding maximum densification or extreme corrosion resistance, additional purification or post-processing may be required.
Can this calcium hexaboride powder be directly integrated into existing deoxidizer formulations for boron-alloyed steels?
Yes, the powder’s 10–20 µm crystalline particle size and 96% purity are compatible with standard steelmaking deoxidizer additions, though the presence of residual impurities must be accounted for in final alloy chemistry. For critical grade confirmation and particle-size verification before batch integration, a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available upon request from the manufacturer.
What handling and storage precautions are recommended for CaB6 powder during laboratory research?
While a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is provided upon request, standard precautions for fine refractory boride powders apply: store in sealed, dry containers away from moisture and oxidizing agents, and use local exhaust ventilation or a fume hood during transfer to avoid inhalation of respirable dust. The 250 g or 500 g package sizes are suitable for small-batch synthesis, but custom packaging can be arranged for larger quantities.
Atomfair calcium hexaboride powder (96% purity, 10–20 µm crystalline particles) is evaluated for deoxidizer, composite-ceramic, and wear-resistant material research. The specified particle size and purity provide a defined baseline for experimental reproducibility, but the 96% purity level introduces a known impurity fraction that must be accounted for in stoichiometric and reactivity calculations.
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- Crystalline morphology for consistent packing: The 10–20 µm crystalline particle morphology promotes predictable packing density and uniform dispersion in ceramic or composite matrices, supporting reproducibility in wear-resistant and structural research formulations.
- Documentation available for batch validation: Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet can be provided upon request, enabling batch-specific impurity and hazard verification for laboratory and process safety compliance.
Trade-offs
- 4% impurity requires stoichiometric correction: At 96% purity, the 4% impurity fraction must be characterized and accounted for in quantitative deoxidizer or ceramic reactions; uncorrected stoichiometry may yield unintended phases or performance deviations.
- Crystalline particles limit immediate dissolution: The 10–20 µm crystalline morphology may reduce reaction kinetics in processes requiring rapid dissolution or high surface area, necessitating milling or extended mixing times for homogeneous incorporation.
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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.
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