Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC), >98% Purity, D50 1.02 μm
Product Description
Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC) is supplied with >98% purity, D50 1.02 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 1.02 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.
What does the D50 of 1.02 μm and a tap density of 0.81 g/cm³ indicate about the flow and packing behavior of this high-flow beta-SiC powder?
The median particle size of 1.02 μm, with D10 0.43 μm, D90 2.43 μm, and D97 ≤2.85 μm, is combined with a tap density of 0.81 g/cm³. The product is described as having a regular, rounded particle morphology with good flowability and dense-packing characteristics, which are the relevant parameters when formulating feedstocks, slurries, or spray compositions where reproducible packing is required.
Which research applications is this 3C-SiC powder intended for, and what purity constraints apply?
This beta-SiC powder is intended for 3D printing, ceramics, spraying, and composite-materials research. It is specified as >98% pure with the cubic 3C-SiC phase and impurity limits of Fe₂O₃ <0.2%, SiO₂ <0.5%, F.Si <0.2%, and F.C <0.1%.
What batch-specific safety and quality documentation is available for this SiC powder?
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation. Additional documentation requirements can be discussed before order confirmation.
Atomfair High-Flow Beta Silicon Carbide Powder (3C-SiC) with >98% purity and D50 1.02 μm offers a regular, rounded particle morphology that promotes good flowability and dense packing, making it suitable for 3D printing, ceramics, spraying, and composite feedstock research. However, the impurity profile (Fe2O3<0.2%, SiO2<0.5%) and low tap density (0.81 g/cm³) impose constraints on high-purity sintering and final part density.
Positive
- Regular rounded morphology for flowability: The regular, rounded particle shape combined with D50 1.02 μm enables good flowability, which is critical for consistent powder feeding in 3D printing and thermal spraying processes.
- High filling density for feedstock: The tap density of 0.81 g/cm³ and good moldability support high filling density in ceramic green bodies and composite feedstock formulations, reducing shrinkage during processing.
Trade-offs
- Impurity profile limits high-purity uses: The specified impurities (Fe2O3<0.2%, SiO2<0.5%, F.Si<0.2%, F.C<0.1%) may introduce dopants or secondary phases that degrade performance in semiconductor-grade or ultra-high-purity ceramic applications.
- Low tap density compared to theoretical: With a tap density of 0.81 g/cm³ versus the theoretical density of SiC (~3.2 g/cm³), the powder exhibits significant porosity, which can lead to high sintering shrinkage and require careful process optimization for dense final parts.
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