Titanium Carbide
Titanium carbide is a compound composed of titanium and carbon, with the chemical formula TiC. It belongs to the family of metal carbides and is known for its exceptional hardness and high melting point. Titanium carbide is often used as a ceramic material in various industrial applications, particularly as a component in cutting tools, coatings, and wear-resistant materials.
The following table provides a comprehensive list of titanium carbide properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | TiC |
| Molar Mass | 59.878 g/mol |
| Density | 4930 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 258 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 450 GPa |
| Shear Modulus (G) | 110 - 193 GPa |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.18 - 0.19 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Melting Point | 3065 °C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 17 - 21 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 841 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 7.5×10-6 - 7.7×10-6 1/°C |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Electrical Resistivity | 1.8×10-4 - 2.5×10-4 Ω·cm |
| Magnetic Susceptibility | 0.000008 cm3/mol |
Note: unless stated otherwise, all values are taken at room temperature (approximately 20°C or 68°F) and 1 atm pressure. (1 atm = 101,325 Pa)