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Tantalum carbide, 99.5% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Tantalum carbides is used in tungsten carbide. It is also used as a coating for steel moulds in the injection moulding of aluminum alloys. While providing a hard, wear resistant surface, it also provides a low friction mould surface. It is also used in the production of sharp instruments with extreme mechanical resistance and hardness, tool bits for cutting tools.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Boiling Point | 5500°C |
Melting Point | 3880°C |
Color | Black to Gray |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 50 g |
UN Number | UN3178 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in hydrofluoric acid and nitric acid. Partially soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 192.96 |
Percent Purity | 99.5% |
Odor | Odorless |
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