Diamond–Aluminum Composite is an advanced metal matrix composite that combines the excellent thermal conductivity of diamond with the lightweight characteristics of aluminum. By incorporating diamond particles into an aluminum or aluminum alloy matrix, the material delivers high thermal conductivity, adjustable thermal expansion, and a favorable balance between thermal performance and weight.
High Thermal Conductivity:The diamond reinforcement provides highly conductive heat-transfer pathways. With suitable material composition and interface design, the composite can support rapid heat spreading in high-power electronic devices.
Lightweight Construction:The aluminum matrix helps maintain a relatively low material density compared with many conventional high-conductivity metal solutions, making the composite attractive for weight-sensitive equipment.
Adjustable Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:The thermal expansion behavior can be tailored through diamond content and material design to help reduce thermal mismatch between heat spreaders, semiconductor chips, and ceramic substrates.
Mechanical Support and Structural Stability:The composite combines heat-spreading functionality with mechanical support. Actual strength and structural reliability depend on material density, interface bonding, and component design.
Application-Specific Customization:Material composition and component geometry can be selected according to project requirements, including target thermal conductivity, CTE, dimensions, and installation interfa
2. Application
Semiconductor Packaging and AI Computing: Heat spreaders and thermal management plates, high-performance semiconductor packaging, thermal management for high-power and high-density electronic devices;
Power Electronics: Thermal management components for SiC and IGBT modules, power conversion and inverter systems, high-power electronic assemblies;
Laser and Optoelectronic Devices: Laser diode heat spreaders, thermal management for optical communication devices, high-power optoelectronic assemblies;
Aerospace and Advanced Electronics: Lightweight thermal management components, precision electronic assemblies, applications requiring low mass and controlled thermal expansion.
3. Specifications
Diamond–Aluminum Composite Material Properties
Property Category
Parameter
Unit
Range
Typical Value
Physical Properties
Diamond Volume Fraction
vol.%
30–70
40–60
Density
g/cm³
2.9–3.3
3.0–3.2
Relative Density
%
95–99.5
98–99
Thermal Properties
Thermal Conductivity at Room Temperature
W/(m·K)
450–700
450–600
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE)
ppm/K
4–12
4–8
Heat Resistance / Operating Temperature
°C
—
Depends on material structure and test conditions
Mechanical Properties
Flexural Strength
MPa
100–400
200–300
4. Available Product Forms
Plates and Substrates:For heat spreaders, thermal interfaces, and custom plate applications.
Discs and Round Components:For circular thermal management structures and application-specific assemblies.
Custom-Machined Components: Custom geometries and mounting features, subject to manufacturing capability.
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