SC4426 Silicon Carbide Whiskers, SiC

Silicon Carbide Whisker Description

Silicon Carbide Whiskers possess high strength, a high modulus of elasticity, high hardness, excellent heat resistance, and corrosion resistance. They serve as reinforcement material for ceramics, metals, and plastics.

Silicon Carbide Whisker Specification

Silicon Carbide Whisker Applications

• Reinforcement material for hard ceramics in cutting tools
• Used in wear-resistant applications
• For cooking and industrial heating
• Reinforcement material for plastics

Silicon Carbide Whisker Packaging

Our Silicon Carbide Whiskers are carefully handled during storage and transport to maintain the quality of our product in its original condition.

Silicon Carbide Whisker FAQs

Q1: Why are Silicon Carbide Whiskers used as reinforcement in composites?

A: Silicon Carbide Whiskers enhance the mechanical properties of composites by significantly increasing their strength, toughness, and wear resistance. They improve the performance of the base materials, making them suitable for high-load and high-temperature applications.

Q2: How are Silicon Carbide Whiskers manufactured?

A: Silicon Carbide Whiskers are typically produced through methods such as chemical vapour deposition (CVD), vapour-liquid-solid (VLS) process, or through thermal decomposition of silicon-containing compounds in the presence of carbon sources.

Q3: What precautions should be taken when handling and storing Silicon Carbide Whiskers?

A: Silicon Carbide Whiskers should be handled with caution to avoid inhalation, as fine whiskers may pose a respiratory hazard. Appropriate personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves should be used. They should be stored in a dry, cool environment to prevent contamination and degradation.