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Method of forming impermeable carbide coats on graphite

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OSTI ID:4350718
A method of forming an impermeable refractory metal carbide coating on graphite is described in which a metal containing oxidant and a carbide former are applied to the surface of the graphite, heated to a temperature of between 1200 and 1500 deg C in an inert gas, under a vacuum and continuing to heat to about 2300 deg C. (Official Gazette)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-29-021385
Assignee:
to United States Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 3778300
OSTI ID:
4350718
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English