Fused Silica
Consisting of sintered quartzglass high purity powder with a fine pore structure, Fused Silica properties include an extremely low expansion coefficient and subsequently, excellent thermal shock resistance.
At Morgan Technical Ceramics we deliver high performance, appropriate Fused Silica solutions for a wide range of applications. We do this through the combination of excellent technical knowledge and insight with a dedicated approach to developing materials and products with customers, ensuring that the end result adheres to the specifications.
Fused Silica, manufactured under the trade name of Quarzgut is widely used within the flat glass industry as rollers in tempering furnaces and is frequently utilised in the creation of refractory components.
Fused Silica properties include good thermal shock resistance, a thermal expansion coefficient close to zero and excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures, making Fused Silica refractory components particularly useful. Additional properties include chemical stability and low electrical conductivity; although it should be noted that due to its physical structure use at temperatures exceeding 1000°C is not possible. Despite this, the material performs well in the refractory environment, often being used in components such as firing supports, ignition crucibles and dishes.
Typical Fused Silica characteristics include:
- Excellent thermal shock resistance
- Good mechanical properties at high temperatures
- Near zero thermal expansion coefficient
Typical Fused Silica applications include:
- Conveyor rollers
- Refractories components
Morgan Technical Ceramics combine the excellent properties of this material with cost effective manufacturing and production. If you would like to receive further information on our products or materials please contact us today.
