Calcium oxide Nanoparticles / Nanopowder (CaO, 30-50nm, purity: 99.5%)
₹1475.00
Technical Specifications
Property | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Name | Calcium Oxide (CaO) |
CAS Number | 1305-78-8 |
Molecular Weight | 56.08 g/mol |
Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
Appearance / Color | Fine White Powder |
Particle Size (Average) | 30–50 nm |
Morphology | Irregular / Near-Spherical |
Crystal Structure | Cubic (Periclase) |
Density | 3.34 g/cm³ |
Bulk Density | 0.5–0.9 g/cm³ |
Specific Surface Area (BET) | 40–80 m²/g |
Melting Point | 2570 °C |
Boiling Point | 2850 °C |
pH (in Aqueous Suspension) | ~12.4 |
Solubility (in Water, 20°C) | 1.7 g/L (reacts to form Ca(OH)₂) |
Reactivity | Reacts exothermically with water and CO₂ |
Stability | Hygroscopic; absorbs moisture and CO₂ forming Ca(OH)₂ / CaCO₃ |
Key Features
High Purity (≥ 99.5%) ensuring minimal impurities for advanced material use.
Nanoscale Particle Size (30–50 nm) providing enhanced surface reactivity and catalytic efficiency.
High Surface Area: Increases chemical reactivity, adsorption, and reaction kinetics.
Thermally Stable: Extremely high melting and boiling points make it suitable for high-temperature applications.
Strong Basic Nature: Ideal for acid neutralization and catalytic base reactions.
Highly Reactive Toward Moisture/CO₂: Converts readily to calcium hydroxide or carbonate—useful for CO₂ capture research.
Uniform Morphology: Fine white powder with consistent particle distribution for easy dispersion.
Applications
1. Environmental Applications:
CO₂ sequestration and gas purification.
Wastewater treatment and acid neutralization.
Flue gas desulfurization and pollution control.
2. Construction & Cement Industry:
Nano-additive in cement and concrete for strength enhancement and reduced porosity.
Quicklime source for high-performance building materials.
3. Catalysis & Chemical Reactions:
Catalyst and catalyst support in transesterification, biodiesel production, and organic synthesis.
Precursor for calcium-based nanocomposites and ceramics.
4. Ceramics & Glass Manufacturing:
Used as a flux and stabilizing agent in glass and ceramic materials.
Enhances thermal and mechanical properties.
5. Biomedical & Antibacterial Uses (Research Grade):
Investigated for antimicrobial coatings and bioceramic composites.
Used in controlled release and biomineralization studies.
6. Research & Nanotechnology:
Useful in materials science, adsorption studies, and photocatalysis.
Ideal for developing high-reactivity calcium-based nanomaterials.