Titanium Carbide
Titanium Carbide powder (TiC, CAS 12070-08-5), min. 99.0%, supplied wholesale by Zyntex. Hard ceramic for steel-cutting hardmetals, cermets, CVD wear coatings and abrasives. CoA and SDS with every lot.
Description
Titanium Carbide Product Overview
Titanium carbide (TiC) is a gray powder with a cubic crystal structure, a hardness of about 9–9.5 on the Mohs scale and a melting point of about 3160°C. It is lighter than Tungsten Carbide and highly resistant to wear and chemical attack.
Hardmetal producers add it to tungsten carbide-cobalt grades for machining steel, because it reduces crater wear at high cutting temperatures. Combined with nickel or molybdenum binders, it forms cermets for finishing tools and wear parts. Coating producers deposit thin TiC layers by CVD on tools and components.
It also serves as an abrasive and polishing material and as a reinforcement in metal matrix composites. For related hard materials, see Vanadium Carbide, Silicon Carbide and Titanium dioxide as the titanium oxide counterpart.
Key Applications of Titanium Carbide
Main application areas:
🔧 Cutting Tools
Additive in steel-cutting hardmetal grades.
⚙️ Cermets
Main hard phase in TiC-based cermets.
🛡️ Wear Coatings
CVD coatings on tools and components.
💎 Abrasives
Abrasive and polishing material.
Titanium Carbide Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Titanium Carbide |
| CAS Number | 12070-08-5 |
| EC Number | 235-120-4 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | TiC / 59.88 g/mol |
| Assay / Purity | Min 99.0% |
| Appearance | Grey powder |
| Melting Point | approx. 3160°C |
| Documents | CoA and SDS with every lot |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: Not classified as hazardous under GHS, but fine powder may irritate the respiratory tract and eyes and may be combustible. Avoid dust formation and ignition sources, and wear dust protection and eye protection. Store in tightly closed containers in a dry place. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is titanium carbide added to tungsten carbide?
In steel machining, it reduces diffusion and crater wear at high temperatures, which extends tool life.
Which particle sizes do you supply?
Submicron and micron grades are available. Please specify particle size and carbon content when requesting a quote.
How can I get a price and documents?
Prices depend on quantity, packaging and destination. Contact us with your required volume to receive a quotation together with the CoA and SDS.
