Zirconium Carbide Powder (ZrC Nanoparticles and Submicron ZrC Powder)
Zirconium Carbide (ZrC) Powder, known for its high purity, fine particle size, and exceptional thermal stability, is a superior ultra-high-temperature ceramic material widely used in cutting tools, white-hot flame applications, and high-temperature electrical conductors. Princeton Powder Inc supplies premium-quality Zirconium Carbide Powder with customizable purity and particle size (1-3 um or customized), offering competitive pricing and tailored solutions for aerospace, refractory coatings, and advanced ceramic applications.
Princeton Powder is a leading supplier of Zirconium Carbide refractory ceramic powder. Zirconium powders including Zirconium Nitride ZrN Powder, Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Powder, and Zirconia (Zirconium Oxide) ZrO2 Ceramic Powder are for sale in bulk.
Zirconium Carbide ZrC Powder
Formula | ZrC |
Synonyms | Zirconium Carbide |
Appearance | Black Powder |
Particle Size | 1-3 um,100-500nm can be customized upon request |
Melting Point | 3540°C |
Density | 6.78 g/cm 3 |
CAS Number | 12070-14-3 |
Purity | 99.5% – 99.99% |
Description of Zirconium Carbide Powder
Zirconium carbide (ZrC) powder is a Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic material known for its hardness, high melting point, and good electrical conductivity. It is used in various high-temperature and wear-resistant applications.
High-Purity ZrC, 99.9% ZrC is typically synthesized by carbothermic reduction, where zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂) is reacted with carbon (usually in the form of graphite) at high temperatures in an inert or reducing atmosphere.
Princeton Powder is a leading supplier of Zirconium carbide powder.
Zirconium Carbide Ceramic Powder Chemical Composition
Product | Particle Size (μm) | Chemical Composition (%) | ||||||||
Total C | Free C | Impurity (%max) | ||||||||
Fe | Si | Al | O | N | Na | Ca | ||||
ZrC-1 | 1.0-1.5 | 11.0-11.4 | ≤0.80 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
ZrC-2 | 3.0-5.0 | 11.2-11.8 | ≤0.80 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.50 | 1.00 | 0.02 | 0.02 |
ZrC Ceramic Powder powder Applications
- High-Temperature Structural Components: Used in applications requiring materials that can withstand extreme temperatures, such as in rocket nozzles, nuclear reactors, and furnaces.
- Abrasives: Due to its hardness, ZrC is used as an abrasive material in grinding and cutting tools.
- Protective Coatings: ZrC is used in coatings for parts that require resistance to wear and corrosion, especially in high-temperature environments.
- Nuclear Applications: Due to its low neutron absorption cross-section, ZrC is used as a coating material for fuel particles in nuclear reactors.
- Cutting Tools: ZrC is used in cutting tools for its hardness and thermal stability, providing a longer tool life and better performance at high cutting speeds.
- Ceramic-Matrix Composites: ZrC is used as a reinforcement phase in ceramic-matrix composites, which are used in aerospace and defense applications.
Zirconium Carbide Powder Reference
Preparation and characterization of zirconium carbide nano powder by hydrothermal and carbothermal reduction methods
- A hydrothermal method was employed to synthesize the precursor of nano-zirconium carbide, which was subsequently heat treated at high temperatures under vacuum to obtain finely dispersed nanometer-sized zirconium carbide powder through a carbothermic reduction reaction. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) was utilized to examine the microstructure of the precursors obtained under different hydrothermal conditions and carbon contents. The effects of different heat treatment temperatures on the microstructure of the products were analyzed.
Zirconium Carbide Powder FAQ
What particle sizes are available for ZrC powder?
We offer a wide range of particle sizes, including:
Nano ZrC powder (<100 nm)
Micron-sized ZrC (1–5 μm or custom ranges)
Custom granularity available upon request
Is Zirconium Carbide electrically conductive?
Yes, ZrC exhibits metallic-level electrical conductivity, making it suitable for conductive ceramic components in high-temperature environments.
How should ZrC powder be stored?
Zirconium Carbide powder should be stored in a sealed container under inert gas or vacuum conditions to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption. Keep in a cool, dry environment.