Niobium carbide (NbC) is a refractory ceramic compound known for its exceptional hardness and high melting point, making it valuable in various industrial applications. It typically appears as a gray to black powder or solid and exhibits a cubic crystal structure. NbC is characterized by its high thermal and electrical conductivity, which makes it suitable for use in electronic components and as a conductive additive in composite materials. Additionally, it demonstrates excellent resistance to oxidation and corrosion, enhancing its durability in harsh environments. Niobium carbide is often utilized in the production of cutting tools, wear-resistant coatings, and as a hardening agent in steel alloys. Its ability to form solid solutions with other carbides further expands its applicability in metallurgy. However, handling NbC requires caution due to its potential health hazards when inhaled as dust. Overall, niobium carbide is a significant material in advanced manufacturing and materials science due to its unique properties.

Niobium carbide, (NbC)

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Niobium carbide is used in tool bits for cutting tools.  Zirconium carbide and niobium carbide can be used as refractory coatings in nuclear reactors. It is used to produce arc-welding rods and in corrosion-resistant steel.  This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

CAS 12069-94-2: Niobium carbide, (NbC)

Niobium carbide, 99+% (metals basis)

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Niobium carbide, 99+%

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Niobium carbide (NbC)

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