Titanium aluminum carbide powder is a 312-type MAX phase material composed of titanium, aluminum, and carbon. Its layered hexagonal structure gives it a combination of ceramic and metallic properties, including good thermal and electrical conductivity, high-temperature stability, and useful mechanical performance.
Ti3AlC2 powder is widely used in MAX phase research, ceramic composites, high-temperature materials, and thermal/electrical management applications. It is also an important precursor for the preparation of Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene. Contact us for more information.
| Property | Description |
| Chemical Formula | Ti₃AlC₂ |
| Material Type | 312 MAX Phase |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal, layered |
| Appearance | Gray to dark gray powder |
| Thermal Stability | Good |
| Thermal Conductivity | Good |
| Electrical Conductivity | Good |
| Purity | 99% |
| Particle Size | -200Mesh, Customized |
A representative elemental analysis of Ti3AlC2 powder is shown below:
| Element | Content (wt%) |
| Ti | 73.79 |
| Al | 13.86 |
| C | 12.35 |
| Total | 100.00 |
Note: The values above are representative test results for a specific sample and should not be interpreted as the theoretical stoichiometric composition of Ti₃AlC₂. Actual results may vary depending on the analytical method and sample characteristics.
Additional characterization such as XRD, SEM, particle size distribution, and chemical composition analysis can be provided upon request.
MXene Precursor
Ti3AlC2 is an important precursor for producing Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene through selective removal of aluminum. Ti₃C₂Tₓ is being investigated for energy storage, supercapacitors, sensors, electromagnetic interference shielding, catalysis, and adsorption applications.
Ceramic Composites
Ti3AlC2 can be incorporated into ceramic and metal-based composite systems to modify their mechanical, thermal, electrical, and tribological properties.
High-Temperature Materials
Its combination of thermal stability, conductivity, and mechanical performance makes Ti₃AlC₂ suitable for research into high-temperature structural and functional materials.
Thermal and Electrical Materials
The relatively good thermal and electrical conductivity of Ti₃AlC₂ makes it useful for developing conductive ceramics, thermal management materials, and multifunctional composites.
Tribological Materials
Ti3AlC2 has attracted attention in wear-resistant and self-lubricating material systems due to its layered structure and tribological characteristics.
We apply strict quality control to raw materials, production processes, and finished Ti₃AlC₂ powder. Products are inspected according to defined quality standards to ensure consistent composition and quality. Samples can be provided for customer evaluation and re-inspection upon request.
Ti3AlC2 powder is typically supplied in sealed vacuum packaging to minimize moisture and contamination.
Packaging options include:
Store in a sealed, dry, and cool environment. Avoid prolonged exposure to humid air, excessive pressure, and incompatible oxidizing substances to minimize moisture uptake and powder agglomeration.
Ti3AlC2 powder is a 312-type MAX phase material with a layered hexagonal structure. It combines several ceramic and metallic characteristics and is used in high-temperature materials, composites, and MXene research.
No. Ti3AlC2 is a MAX phase, while Ti₃C₂Tₓ is a MXene. Ti₃AlC₂ is commonly used as a precursor for producing Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene.
Ti3AlC2 is used for MXene synthesis, ceramic composites, high-temperature materials, thermal and electrical management materials, and tribological applications.
Yes. Purity, particle size, packaging, and quantity can be customized according to your application and processing requirements.
VI HALBLEITERMATERIAL GmbH (VIMATERIAL) employs a stringent quality assurance system to ensure the reliability of our product quality. Strict quality control is implemented throughout the entire production chain, and for defective products, we strictly enforce the principle of rework and redo. Each batch is released only after passing detailed specification tests.
Every batch of our materials is independently tested, and, if necessary, we send samples to certified companies for testing. We provide these documents and analysis certificates with the shipment to certify that our products meet the required standards.
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