Chromium Carbide Powder (Cr3C2 Nanoparticles and Mircons)
Princeton Powder is a wholesale supplier of thermal spraying Chromium Carbide Refractory Powder, offering Cr3C2 nano and microns particles. Our Chromium Carbide powder, with low oxygen content, is for sale at a competitive price in the United States, Canada and Europe.
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Formula | Chromium Carbide Cr3C2 |
CAS Number | 12012-35-0 |
Purity | 99.5% min |
Synonyms | Chromium Carbide nano powder Chromium Carbide thermal spray powder Chromium Carbide microns powder |
Particle Sizes | -325 mesh, -100 mesh or be customized |
Appearance | Black Color |
Melting Point | 1890 °C |
Boiling Point: | 3800 °C |
Density | 6.68 g/cm3 |
Carbon content | 13.344% |
Description of Chromium Carbide Powder
Chromium Carbide (CrC) powder is a hard, refractory ceramic material known for its excellent wear resistance, high melting point, and strong bonding properties. It typically appears as fine black or gray powder and is characterized by a high degree of hardness, making it suitable for applications requiring durability and resistance to abrasion. Chromium Carbide is commonly used in surface coatings, hardfacing, and as an additive in cemented carbides to enhance the wear resistance and toughness of cutting tools, mining equipment, and other industrial components. Additionally, it exhibits good oxidation resistance and thermal stability, allowing it to perform effectively in high-temperature environments. Its unique properties make Chromium Carbide powder a valuable material in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and metalworking.
Chemical Composition of Chromium Carbide Powder
Product | Particle Size (μm) | Chemical Composition (%) | ||||||||
Total Carbon | Free Carbon | Impurity (%max) | ||||||||
O | N | Fe | Ca | Si | Na | Al | ||||
Cr3C2-1 | 0.8-1.0 | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.02 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.02 |
Cr3C2-2 | 1.0-1.5 | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.02 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.02 |
Cr3C2-3 | 1.5-2.0 | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.60 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.02 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.02 |
Cr3C2-4 | 2.0-3.0 | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.50 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.02 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.02 |
Cr3C2-5 | -100 mesh | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.25 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.01 | 0.10 |
Cr3C2-6 | -325 mesh | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.25 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.01 | 0.10 |
Cr3C2-7 | -140+325 mesh | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.25 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.01 | 0.10 |
Cr3C2-8 | 0-10 nm | 12.8-13.6 | ≤0.50 | 0.25 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.05 | 0.30 | 0.01 | 0.40 |
Key Parameters of Chromium Carbide Powder
Particle Size Distribution
- Thermal Spray Coatings: Require narrow size ranges for optimal spraying performance.
- Additive Manufacturing: May need finer powders (e.g., submicron or 1–5 µm) for smooth layer deposition.
- Cermets: Slightly larger particles (~10–50 µm) might be acceptable.
Purity and Composition
- High-purity powders (≥99%) reduce unwanted contamination.
- Carbon content (~13.0–13.5%) is critical to maintaining hardness and wear resistance.
Morphology
- Spherical powders: Provide better flowability, packing density, and uniform coatings, essential for thermal spray and additive manufacturing.
- Irregular powders: Suitable for cost-sensitive applications where flowability is less critical.
Flowability and Bulk Density
- High flowability is crucial for efficient powder delivery in thermal spray or additive manufacturing processes.
Application
Hardfacing and Wear-Resistant Coatings: CrC powder is commonly used in hardfacing applications to create durable surface coatings on tools, machinery, and components exposed to high abrasion.
Cutting Tools and Inserts: It is often added to cemented carbides to enhance the toughness and wear resistance of cutting tools, making them suitable for machining hard materials.
Mining and Construction Equipment: CrC is used in the manufacturing of components for mining and construction equipment, such as drill bits and bucket liners, where high wear resistance is essential.
Aerospace Components: Due to its high-temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, CrC powder is utilized in aerospace applications, including turbine blades and exhaust components.
Thermal Spray Coatings: Chromium Carbide powder is employed in thermal spray coatings to provide protection against wear and oxidation in high-temperature environments.
Reference
Synthesis of Chromium Carbide Powder by Vacuum-Free Electric Arc Plasma Method
- In this work, chromium carbide powder Cr3C2 was obtained by vacuum-free electric arc synthesis at 1200 ℃ within 60 s using a mixture of pure chromium and carbon powders in a ratio of Cr:C = 3.00:2.45. This technique is feasible since it can be implemented in open air (without protective media) within relatively short time (60 s). The feasibility of obtaining a product consisting of two crystalline phases – Cr3C2 or Cr7C3 – was experimentally established.