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4. Applications
4.1 Existing applications
In the late 1990s, Kanthal AB (Sweden, Sandvik Group) acquired the license from Drexel University (USA) to synthesize MAX phases by sintering. Production increased from a few dozen grams to 100 kg/year in 2005.
Kanthal AB still produces and markets MAX phase powders and finished products under the Maxthal® brand name, with heating elements as the main application. Two grades are produced: Maxthal211 and Maxthal312, Ti 2 AlC and Ti 3 SiC 2 respectively.
Thanks to their temperature stability in air, resistance to mechanical shock (thermal cycling possible), machinability and electrical...
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