Reaction-Bonded Silicon Carbide (RB-SiC): The Benchmark for High-Performance Ceramics
In demanding thermal and corrosive environments, material performance is non-negotiable. Our Reaction-Bonded Silicon Carbide (RB-SiC) products are engineered to deliver unmatched reliability and efficiency. By combining exceptional mechanical strength, outstanding thermal properties, and superior chemical resistance, RB-SiC sets the standard for components in high-temperature heat transfer, wear-resistant linings, and precision engineering applications.
Engineered for Extreme Conditions
RB-SiC is a composite ceramic material fabricated through a unique reaction-sintering process. This method results in a fully dense, pore-free microstructure that provides:
- Exceptional Thermal Stability & Conductivity: Maintains integrity and efficiently transfers heat at extreme temperatures.
- Superior Mechanical Strength & Hardness: Offers excellent resistance to wear, abrasion, and mechanical shock.
- Outstanding Chemical Inertness: Withstands corrosive attack from acids, alkalis, and molten metals.
Precise, Reliable Technical Specifications
The following table details the rigorous performance standards our RB-SiC products consistently meet, providing the quantifiable assurance needed for critical industrial designs.
| Property |
Unit |
Value |
| Maximum Service Temperature |
°C |
≤ 1380 |
| Density |
g/cm³ |
≥ 3.02 |
| Porosity |
% |
≤ 0.1 |
| Flexural Strength |
MPa |
250 (20°C); 281 (1200°C) |
| Elastic Modulus |
GPa |
332 (20°C); 300 (1200°C) |
| Thermal Conductivity |
W/m*K |
45 (1200°C) |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
K⁻¹ × 10⁻⁶ |
4.5 |
| Mohs Hardness |
-- |
9 |
| Acid & Alkali Resistance |
-- |
Excellent |
Key Performance Highlights
Strength That Increases with Heat: Unique among engineering materials, our RB-SiC's flexural strength actually increases from 250 MPa at room temperature to 281 MPa at 1200 °C, ensuring reliability when it matters most.
Near-Zero Porosity: With ≤ 0.1% porosity, the material is impermeable to gases and liquids, enhancing its corrosion resistance and mechanical integrity.
Optimal Thermal Management: The combination of high thermal conductivity (45 W/m*K at 1200°C) and a low thermal expansion coefficient (4.5 ×10⁻⁶/K) ensures minimal thermal stress, excellent thermal shock resistance, and efficient heat transfer.
Ideal for Mission-Critical Applications
Our Reaction-Bonded Silicon Carbide is the material of choice for:
- High-Temperature Furnace Components: Radiation tubes, beams, rollers, and burner nozzles.
- Heat Exchangers & Recuperators: For corrosive and high-temperature environments.
- Wear- & Corrosion-Resistant Parts: Seals, bearings, nozzles, and linings in chemical and mineral processing.
- Semiconductor & Solar Manufacturing: Wafer-processing fixtures and susceptors.
Partner for Advanced Solutions
Choose our RB-SiC products for applications where failure is not an option. We provide not just components, but durable, high-performance solutions backed by technical expertise. Contact our engineering team today to discuss how Reaction-Bonded Silicon Carbide can solve your most challenging material requirements.