Zirconia Ceramic Crucible
Your Professional Zirconia Ceramic Crucible Supplier
Superior Ceramics Times Technology Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer specializing in the production of advanced ceramic materials, including nitrides, oxides, carbides, and composite ceramics. Our product portfolio encompasses silicon carbide, aluminum nitride, alumina, ultrapure alumina, yttria, zirconia, high-purity and high-performance boron nitride ceramics, zirconia toughened alumina (ZTA), alumina toughened zirconia (ATZ), silicon nitride, as well as other reinforced, composite, and high-performance ceramic materials.
Advanced Production Technology
The company employs advanced manufacturing technologies, including sintering, molding, grinding, CNC machining, laser drilling, precision grinding, and polishing processes.
Complete Production Equipment
Key production equipment includes sintering furnaces, isostatic presses, grinders, engraving machines, laser cutters, double-sided grinding machines, sand wire cutting devices, and injection molding machines.
Professional R&D Team
Our team consists of experienced experts dedicated to researching advanced ceramic materials. To date, the team has published over 100 academic papers, filed five Chinese invention patents, and obtained more than 20 utility model patents.
Professional Service
The product has technical support from Ph.D. experts and other experts during the research and development stage. The process is rigorous during the production process, and the after-sales service is on call 24 hours a day.
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Parameter
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Parameters |
Calcium-stabilized zirconia |
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Zirconia |
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Density |
g/cm3 |
5.5 |
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Flexural strength |
MPa |
800 |
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Fracture toughness |
MPa·m1/2 |
7 |
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Dielectric constant |
εr(20℃,1MHz) |
9 |
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Hardness |
GPa |
13 |
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Hardness |
HRC |
65 |
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Volume resistivity |
Ω·cm(20℃) |
10 14 |
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Elastic modulus |
GPa |
180 |
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Coefficient of thermal expansion |
×10-6/k |
10.2 |
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Thermal conductivity |
W/m×k(25℃) |
14 |
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Compressive strength |
MPa |
1500 |
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Abrasions |
g/cm2 |
0.01 |
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Thermal conductivity |
W/m×k(20℃) |
3～4 |
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Poisson's ratio |
/ |
0.3 |
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Insulation strength |
kv/mm |
32 |
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Temperature |
℃ |
1480 |
Advantages of Zirconia Ceramic Crucible
High Strength and Toughness
Zirconia ceramic (ZrO2 ceramic) exhibits high flexural strength, fracture toughness, and Vickers hardness. Among all ceramic materials, it has one of the highest bending and tensile strengths, making it an excellent choice for wear-resistant applications in demanding environments.
Superior Hardness
Superhard zirconia has a Mohs hardness of approximately 8.5, making it one of the hardest materials available. Its scratch and wear resistance are comparable to that of steel, ensuring long-lasting performance in high-friction applications.
Excellent Biocompatibility
Zirconia ceramic is highly biocompatible and does not release harmful substances when in contact with biological tissues. Due to its exceptional hardness and smooth surface, it is commonly used for dental crowns, bone implants, and medical applications. Additionally, its aesthetic appeal makes it a popular material for jewelry and decorative items.
Outstanding Chemical Inertness
Zirconia ceramic is highly resistant to various chemical substances and corrosive environments, making it a preferred choice for industrial applications requiring extreme durability.
Excellent Thermal Insulation
With its low thermal conductivity, zirconia ceramic is an effective thermal insulator. It helps reduce heat transfer and improves energy efficiency, making it ideal for insulation applications in high-temperature environments.
Applications of Zirconia Ceramic Crucible
Metallurgy
Zirconia ceramic crucibles are commonly used in metallurgy for materials testing and analysis. They are ideal for testing the melting point and composition of metals, as they can withstand high temperatures and do not react with most metals.
Materials Science
In materials science, zirconia ceramic crucibles are used for research and development of new materials. They can be used to test the properties of different materials at high temperatures, which is essential for understanding their behavior in real-world applications.
Chemical Analysis
Zirconia ceramic crucibles are used in chemical analysis for measuring the composition of various compounds. They are highly resistant to chemical corrosion, ensuring that the test results are accurate and not affected by contamination.
Glass Production
In glass production, zirconia ceramic crucibles are used for melting and refining glass. They can withstand high temperatures and do not react with glass, ensuring that the final product is of high quality.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Zirconia ceramic crucibles are also used in pharmaceutical manufacturing for testing the purity and composition of drugs. They can withstand high temperatures and are highly resistant to chemical corrosion, ensuring that the test results are accurate and reliable.
Precautions for Using Zirconia Ceramic Crucibles
Handle your alumina crucible carefully as your crucible container stands very high temperatures.
Large alumina crucibles need to be preheated to avoid cracking due to the sudden change in temperature. Placing an alumina substrate under the crucible can also reduce the risk. A heating rate of 150°C/ hr is recommended for even heating.
The following heating and cooling down processes should also be carried out slowly.
Keep a close watch on the temperature of your crucible. Do Not exceed the maximum temperature limit (as for the alumina crucible, the temperature is about 1750 °C), or your crucible will be damaged.
Some substance is not allowed to be put inside the crucible.
Do Not put compounds of bismuth, lead, silicon, tin, antimony, and rare earth inside because these materials react with alumina and form eutectic.
Do Not put too many materials in your alumina crucible to avoid potential uneven heating.
Never fill the crucible with cold metals, which are likely to expand and cause the crucible to crack.
Storage Precautions for Zirconia Ceramic Crucibles
Always store them in a dry environment at temperatures above 0°C.
Do not use cold or wet crucibles.
Never stack crucibles inside one another to prevent cracking.
Never roll the crucible. Although they are in round shape, the rolling might damage the protective glaze and even the inside layers.
Packaging and Shipping
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Packaging |
The package of our products usually includes bubble wrap, carton, pallet and wooden case, etc. Also it can be designed according to your demands. |
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Shipping |
Shipping by sea, by air, by express are acceptable. According to your requirements. |
Our Factory
Superior Ceramics Times Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2005 and has several production plants in Taizhou, Shaoxing, etc. We also have a registered company in the United States, located at 10 ROBIN, IRVINE, CA 92604.
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