CAS 12022-95-6
:Iron silicide (FeSi)
Description:
Iron silicide (FeSi) is a chemical compound composed of iron and silicon, characterized by its metallic properties and a crystalline structure. It typically appears as a gray or black solid and is known for its high melting point and good electrical conductivity, making it useful in various industrial applications, particularly in electronics and metallurgy. FeSi exhibits a complex phase behavior, with different stoichiometries and structures depending on the temperature and composition. It is often utilized as a deoxidizing agent in steelmaking and as an alloying element to improve the mechanical properties of iron and steel. Additionally, iron silicide can form in various forms, including amorphous and crystalline phases, which can influence its physical and chemical properties. The compound is also of interest in semiconductor technology due to its potential applications in electronic devices. However, handling FeSi requires caution, as it can react with moisture and air, leading to the formation of potentially hazardous byproducts.
Formula:FeSi
InChI:InChI=1/Fe.S/rFeS/c1-2
InChI key:InChIKey=XWHPIFXRKKHEKR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[Fe]#[Si]
Synonyms:- Eisensilicid
- Iron Silicide
- Iron monosilicide
- Iron silicide (Fe0.5Si0.5)
- Iron silicide (Fe<sub>0.5</sub>Si<sub>0.5</sub>)
- Siliciure de fer
- Siliciuro De Hierro
- Iron silicide (FeSi)
- thioxoiron
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Found 3 products.
Iron silicide, 99.9% (metals basis)
CAS:<p>Iron silicide is used in deoxidation and alloying of steel melts, alloying of cast iron charges and melts (Iron foundries), silicothermic reduction of precious metals (chromium, molybdenum and vanadium) and others (Nb, W), Production of some inoculants and nodulisers by alloying (melting). High puri</p>Formula:FeSiPurity:99.9%Molecular weight:83.93
