Ti4Sn2C2 is a titanium-tin carbide compound belonging to the MAX phase family of ternary ceramics, which combine metallic and ceramic characteristics. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest, explored for potential applications in high-temperature structural components, thermal protection systems, and wear-resistant coatings where the combination of electrical conductivity, thermal properties, and oxidation resistance of MAX phases could offer advantages over traditional monolithic ceramics or refractory metals.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7570 | eV/atom | — |