CAS 12069-32-8 Boron Carbide - Materials / Alfa Chemistry

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Boron Carbide

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Catalog Number

ACM12069328

CAS Number

12069-32-8

Product Name

Boron Carbide

Structure

Category

3D Printing Materials

Description

DryPowder; DryPowder, PelletsLargeCrystals; OtherSolid

IUPAC Name

2,3,4,5-tetraboratetracyclo[2.1.0.01,3.02,5]pentane

Molecular Weight

‎55.251 g/mol

Molecular Formula

B4C;CB4

Canonical SMILES

B12B3C14B2B43

InChI

InChI=1S/CB4/c2-1-3(2)5(1)4(1)2

InChI Key

INAHAJYZKVIDIZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Melting Point

‎2,763 °C

Purity

99%

Density

2.51 g/mL

Application

Boron carbide (B4C) serves as a versatile, high-performance material known for its significant hardness, nearing that of diamonds, and exceptional durability. This synthetic boron-carbon ceramic operates as an advanced abrasive, capable of efficiently handling tasks that require extreme toughness and wear resistance. Produced through the high-temperature reaction of boric oxide and carbon, boron carbide is utilized in a variety of specialized applications. It is employed in the fabrication of wear-resistant films and in crucible form for containing molten salts. Its resistance to burning, even in an oxygen flame, and its less brittle nature compared to many ceramics, make it an ideal choice for demanding environments. Furthermore, boron carbide's light weight and corrosion resistance make it suitable for protective gear like tank armor and bulletproof vests, as well as for sophisticated components such as special optical fibers and high-intensity electromagnets. The adaptability of boron carbide is further enhanced by its use in cermets and metal matrix composites, which benefit from its superior ballistic performance and high-temperature stability. The precise engineering of boron carbide through methods like hot pressing and sintering allows for the creation of complex shapes and formulations, catering to a vast range of industrial applications.

Average Particle Size

45-55nm

Chemical Formula

B4C

Color/Form

Black

Complexity

106

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count

EC Number

235-111-5;262-041-2;235-582-7

Exact Mass