Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying Description
The materials of thermal spraying coatings are commonly in forms of powder, wire or rod. They are heated and convert to micrometer-size particles. Then the particles are accelerated towards substrates and create a coating.
Metalloid silicon powder for thermal spraying can be applied as a coating using either atmospheric plasma spray or chambered plasma spray such as LPPS or LVPS.
Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying Specification
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Purity
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≥99.9%
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Particle Size
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-45 +16 µm
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Process
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Plasma Densification
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Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying Application
Typical uses of our metalloid silicon powder:
-where low thermal expansion coefficient, excellent thermal shock resistance and thermal stability are needed
-ideal environmental barrier coating (EBC) bond coat for ceramic matrix composites (CMCs)
Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying Packaging
Our product is clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.
Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying FAQs
Q1: What is Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying?
Silicon Metalloid Powder for thermal spraying is a fine, high-purity powder made from silicon (Si), a metalloid element. This powder is used in thermal spraying processes such as flame spraying, plasma spraying, and HVOF spraying to deposit a thin layer of silicon onto surfaces, providing enhanced properties such as wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature stability.
Q2: What are the key properties of Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying?
High Hardness: Silicon powder provides coatings with high hardness, improving the wear resistance of components.
Wear and Abrasion Resistance: Silicon coatings are effective in reducing wear and damage to parts subjected to friction or abrasion.
Corrosion Resistance: Silicon powder enhances the corrosion resistance of coatings, protecting against oxidation, acids, and other corrosive elements.
Q3: What are the methods of producing Silicon Metalloid Powder for Thermal Spraying?
Several methods are used to produce silicon metalloid powder for thermal spraying, including:
Atomization: Molten silicon is atomized into small droplets, which then solidify into powder particles.
Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Silicon powder can be produced by decomposing silicon-containing gases under high temperature to form fine particles.
