Ta2SnC

ceramic

· Ta2SnC

Ta₂SnC is a ternary ceramic compound belonging to the MAX phase family, characterized by a layered hexagonal crystal structure combining metallic and ceramic properties. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest, investigated for high-temperature structural applications and advanced aerospace/defense components where its combination of rigidity, damage tolerance, and thermal stability could provide advantages over conventional monolithic ceramics or refractory metals. Ta₂SnC remains an experimental compound rather than a production material, but represents the broader potential of MAX phases to enable lightweight, thermally stable structures in extreme environments.

high-temperature structural ceramicsaerospace propulsion systemsrefractory applicationsthermal protection systemsresearch and developmentadvanced composites reinforcement

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions
Bulk Modulus(K)	25,526.6	ksi	DFT
Shear Modulus(G)	11,748.1	ksi	DFT
Young's Modulus(E)	30,603	ksi	DFT

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Regulatory Screening

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Ta2SnC

Mechanical Properties

Regulatory Screening

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