Zirconium Carbide

Zirconium Carbide Powder (ZrC) is an ultra-high-temperature ceramic material with the chemical formula ZrC. It features an extremely high melting point, excellent hardness, outstanding chemical stability, and good electrical and thermal conductivity.

VIMATERIAL supplies high-purity zirconium carbide powder with controlled particle size distribution and customized specifications for advanced material applications. Contact us for more information.

Properties

Key Properties of Zirconium Carbide Powder

• Ultra-High Temperature Resistance: Zirconium carbide has an extremely high melting point of approximately 3540°C, allowing it to maintain excellent structural stability and performance under extreme temperature conditions.
• High Hardness and Wear Resistance: ZrC powder features high hardness and excellent abrasion resistance, making it suitable for wear-resistant components, coatings, and advanced ceramic applications.
• Excellent Chemical Stability: Zirconium carbide provides good resistance to corrosion and chemical attack, maintaining reliable performance in harsh environments.
• Good Electrical and Thermal Conductivity: Unlike many traditional ceramics, zirconium carbide offers good electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity, making it suitable for high-temperature electronic and energy-related applications.

Applications of Zirconium Carbide Powder

• Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics: Used in aerospace thermal protection systems, rocket nozzles, and high-temperature structural components due to its exceptional thermal stability.
• Wear-Resistant Materials: Applied in cutting tools, protective coatings, and wear-resistant ceramic components to improve durability and service life.
• Ceramic Matrix Composites: Used as a reinforcing phase to enhance the strength, toughness, and thermal performance of advanced ceramic composites.
• High-Temperature Electronic Materials: Suitable for electrodes, heating elements, conductive ceramics, and other electronic components operating under high temperatures.

Packaging & Storage

Packaging:

• Vacuum-sealed aluminum bags
• Double-layer plastic bags
• Customized packaging available

Storage:

• Store in a dry and clean environment
• Protect from moisture and contamination
• Keep container tightly sealed when not in use

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is zirconium carbide powder used for?

Zirconium carbide powder is mainly used in ultra-high-temperature ceramics, aerospace components, wear-resistant materials, ceramic matrix composites, and high-temperature electronic applications due to its high melting point and excellent mechanical properties.

2. What is the melting point of ZrC powder?

The melting point of zirconium carbide powder is approximately 3540°C, making it one of the highest melting point ceramic materials available.

3. Is zirconium carbide electrically conductive?

Yes. Unlike most ceramic materials, zirconium carbide has relatively good electrical conductivity due to its metallic bonding characteristics.

4. What particle sizes of zirconium carbide powder are available?

Particle size can be customized according to application requirements, including fine powder and micron-sized powder for ceramic processing and composite manufacturing.

5. What is the difference between zirconium carbide and zirconium oxide?

Zirconium carbide (ZrC) offers higher temperature resistance and electrical conductivity, while zirconium oxide (ZrO₂) is mainly known for its toughness, ionic conductivity, and ceramic applications.