Silicates
Advanced silicate ceramics offering exceptional thermal shock resistance and dimensional stability
Versatile Silicate Materials
Silicate ceramics encompass a diverse family of materials including cordierite, mullite, steatite, and forsterite. These materials are characterized by their excellent thermal shock resistance, low thermal expansion, and outstanding electrical insulation properties.
Our silicate materials are engineered for applications requiring dimensional stability across wide temperature ranges, making them ideal for thermal management, kiln furniture, and high-temperature electrical components.
Material Properties
Thermal Properties
- Ultra-low thermal expansion
- Exceptional thermal shock resistance
- Service temp up to 1400°C
- Excellent dimensional stability
Electrical Properties
- High dielectric strength
- Low dielectric loss
- Excellent insulation resistance
- Stable at high temperatures
Mechanical Properties
- Good mechanical strength
- Lightweight options available
- Resistant to thermal cycling
- Minimal warping or cracking
Silicate Types
Cordierite
Ultra-low thermal expansion ceramic ideal for applications requiring extreme thermal shock resistance and dimensional stability.
- Kiln furniture and setters
- Automotive catalytic converters
- Heat exchangers
Mullite
High-temperature silicate offering excellent creep resistance and thermal stability for demanding refractory applications.
- Furnace linings and tubes
- Glass melting equipment
- High-temperature insulation
Steatite
Magnesium silicate ceramic with excellent electrical insulation properties and good mechanical strength at moderate temperatures.
- Electrical insulators
- Terminal blocks and connectors
- Heating element supports
Forsterite
Magnesium-rich silicate with excellent electrical properties and high-frequency insulation characteristics for specialized applications.
- High-frequency insulators
- Vacuum tube components
- Specialized electrical applications
Applications
Kiln Furniture
Setters, posts, and supports for ceramic firing
Automotive
Catalytic converter substrates and exhaust components
Electrical Insulation
High-voltage insulators and terminal blocks
Heat Exchangers
Recuperators and thermal management systems
Glass Industry
Melting tanks and forming equipment
Metal Casting
Molds, cores, and pouring equipment
Laboratory
Crucibles, tubes, and high-temperature apparatus
Electronics
Substrates and high-frequency components
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