Al4 C3

semiconductor
· Al4 C3

Al₄C₃ (aluminum carbide) is a ceramic compound formed at the interface between aluminum and carbon-containing materials, typically encountered as an unwanted phase in aluminum matrix composites and welded aluminum joints rather than as a deliberately engineered material. It appears in research contexts exploring aluminum-carbon interactions, ceramic coatings, and composite degradation mechanisms, where its brittle nature and chemical reactivity make it a concern for engineers designing aluminum-based structural systems. Its presence is generally avoided in high-performance applications, though fundamental studies examine its potential in specialized ceramic or composite applications.

aluminum matrix composites (unwanted phase)composite interface researchaluminum welding studiesceramic coating researchdegradation mechanism analysismaterials science education

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Band Gap(Eg)
eV
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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