Zirconia Tube

Material:	Yttria Stabilized Zirconia, Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia, Calcia Stabilized Zirconia, Ceria Stabilised Zirconia, Zirconia Toughened Alumina, and Others
Appearance:	White Solid
Size:	Customized with Strict Tolerance

 

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Product Description

Zirconia tubes are high-performance ceramic tubes made from various stabilized forms of zirconia, offering excellent resistance to high temperatures, abrasion, and wear. These tubes are commonly used in industries requiring materials that can withstand harsh environments and offer superior mechanical properties. The choice of stabilization material (Yttria, Magnesia, Calcia, Ceria) influences the thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties of the zirconia tube, making them suitable for diverse applications.

 

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Features & Properties

High Temperature Resistance: Excellent performance at temperatures above 2000°C, particularly with Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ), which has an exceptional melting point.

Mechanical Strength: Superior toughness, especially with Zirconia Toughened Alumina (ZTA), offering enhanced fracture resistance.

Chemical Resistance: Inert to most acids, alkalis, and molten metals, making these tubes ideal for chemical processing and laboratory applications.

Wear Resistance: Outstanding wear and abrasion resistance, ensuring longer life in applications involving high friction.

Electrical Insulation: High dielectric strength, making YSZ ideal for use in electrical insulation and ceramic capacitors.

Thermal Insulation: Excellent thermal insulation properties, especially for Magnesia and Calcia Stabilized Zirconia.

 

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Applications & Related Industries

Aerospace: Used for high-temperature seals and thermal barrier coatings due to their thermal insulation and heat resistance.

Chemical Processing: Ideal for reactors, vessels, and chemical pipes due to their corrosion and chemical resistance.

Metallurgy: Used in furnaces and kilns for handling molten metals.

Electrical & Electronics: YSZ tubes are widely used in fuel cells, electrical insulators, and sensors.

Medical: Zirconia tubes are utilized for implants and medical devices requiring biocompatibility and high strength.

Automotive: Applied in components exposed to extreme temperatures such as fuel injectors and catalytic converters.

 

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Synonyms

Zirconia Ceramic Tube

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Tube (YSZ Tube)

Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia Tube

Calcia Stabilized Zirconia Tube

Zirconia Toughened Alumina Tube (ZTA Tube)

 

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Health & Safety Information

Non-toxic: Zirconia and its stabilized forms are generally non-toxic in their solid state.

Dust Hazard: Handling of zirconia powder or fumes should be done with appropriate respiratory protection to avoid inhalation risks.

Storage: Store in a dry, cool environment to prevent contamination or degradation of material properties.

 

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Production Method & Equipment

Manufacturing Process:

Extrusion: Common method for forming zirconia tubes of varying diameters and lengths.

Isostatic Pressing: For high-performance, high-density tubes with tight tolerances.

Sintering: Zirconia tubes are sintered at high temperatures to achieve the desired mechanical properties and density.

Equipment Used:

High-temperature furnaces for sintering.

Isostatic presses for uniform compression.

CNC machines for precise cutting and finishing.

 

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Size & Customization

Zirconia tubes can be tailored to meet specific size and shape requirements:

Standard Sizes:

Diameter: 1mm to 100mm

Length: 10mm to 3000mm

Wall Thickness: 0.5mm to 10mm

Custom Sizes:

Diameter, length, and wall thickness can be customized based on specific project requirements.

Custom shapes such as conical, straight, or custom profiles are available.

 

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Certifications & Quality Assurance

ISO 9001: Certified production facilities ensuring consistent quality and adherence to international standards.

High-purity Standards: Manufactured to meet high-purity requirements, with controlled specifications for purity and density.

Product Testing: Available upon request for testing properties such as thermal conductivity, fracture toughness, and dielectric strength.

 

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Lead Time & MOQ

Lead Time: Typically 3-6 weeks depending on the size and complexity of the order.

MOQ: Custom orders are accepted with a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 5 pieces or 10kg of material.

 

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FAQs

Q1: What is the difference between Yttria Stabilized Zirconia and Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia tubes?
A1: YSZ provides better electrical insulation and is more commonly used in high-temperature electronics applications, while Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia is known for its superior mechanical strength and wear resistance.

Q2: Can I get Zirconia tubes with customized dimensions?
A2: Yes, we offer custom sizes for diameter, length, and wall thickness to meet your specific requirements.

Q3: What industries benefit most from Zirconia tubes?
A3: Zirconia tubes are widely used in chemical processing, aerospace, metallurgy, electronics, and medical industries.

 

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Contact Us for Custom Orders or More Information

For custom zirconia tube products, inquiries, or additional technical details, feel free to contact us. We offer tailored solutions to meet your specific application needs.

 

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Typical Types of Zirconia

Material	Abbrev.
Tetragonal Zirconia Polycrystals	TZP
Partially Stabilised Zirconia	PSZ
Fully Stabilised Zirconia	FSZ
Transformation Toughened Ceramics	TTC
Zirconia Toughened Alumina	ZTA
Transformation Toughened Zirconia	TTZ

Typical Properties of Zirconia

Property	Y-TZP	Ce-TZP	ZTA	Mg-PSZ	3Y20A
Density (g.cm-3)	6.05	6.15	4.15	5.75	5.51
Hardenss (HV30)	1350	900	1600	1020	1470
Bend Str. (MPa)	1000	350	500	800	2400
Compressive Str. (MPa)	2000	-	-	2000	-
Young's Modulus (GPa)	205	215	380	205	260
Poisson's Ratio	0.3	-	-	0.23	-
Fracture Toughness (MPa.m-1/2)	9.5	15 - 20	4 - 5	8 - 15	6
Thermal Exp. Co-Eff (x10-6 °C-1)	10	8	8	10	9.4
Thermal Conductivity (W.m-1.K-1)	2	2	23	1.8	3

 

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