Calcium Disilicide Powder, CaSi2, CAS 12013-56-8

Calcium Disilicide (CaSi2) Powder is a versatile compound that can be used to create ternary or multiple compound alloys by adding other elements to the silicon-calcium alloy base. The specific applications of these compound alloys will differ depending on the impurities that are introduced.

• Formula: CaSi2
• Density: 2.5g/cm³
• Melting point: 1033℃
• Molecular weight: 96.251g/mol
• CAS: 12013-56-8

Calcium Disilicide Powder Chemical Analysis

Calcium Disilicide Powder SEM

Calcium Disilicide Powder Features

• It is insoluble in water but decomposes when met with water to produce hydrogen gas and calcium hydroxide.
• It can decompose in hot water.
• It is soluble in acids and bases.
• It is flammable and can self-ignite in the air.

Calcium Disilicide Powder Applications

• Used as phosphorus removal
• Used as deoxidizer of special metal alloy
• Used in the manufacture of certain detonating agents, pyrotechnics, and smoke components
• Used as a desulfurizing agent and deoxidizing agent in the steel and foundry industry
• Used as an inoculant and denaturant in the cast iron industry
• Used as an additive in the production of spheroidal graphite cast iron

Calcium Disilicide Powder Storage and Packing

Calcium Disilicide (CaSi2) Powder should be kept sealed and stored in a dry and cool place, avoiding heavy pressure and oxidizing agents. The powder is available in vacuum-sealed packaging options of 100g/bag, 500g/bag, 1kg/bag, 25kg/drum, or customized as per specific requirements.