SILICON CARBIDE
SILICON CARBIDE
Basic properties
Low density
 High thermal conductivity (close to Aluminium)
 Good thermal shock resistance
 Liquid and gaz proof
 High refractoriness (can be used at 1450°C in air and 1800°C in neutral atmosphere)
 It is not affacted by corrosion and do not wet with melted aluminium or melted zinc.
 High hardness
 Low friction coefficient
 Abrasion resistance
 Resists to basic and strong acids
 Polisheable
 High mechanical strength
Applications
Mechanical components
 Rotating joints
 Plain bearings, bases, pads
 Pump components
 Chemical components
 Mirors
 Balistic protection
 Heat exchanger



