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Alumina Ceramics

(Al₂O₃)

High-performance aluminum oxide ceramic materials engineered for excellent hardness, wear resistance, thermal stability, chemical resistance and electrical insulation. Available in 95%, 99% and high-purity 99.7% alumina grades.

95%–99.7% Alumina Purity
1700°C Max Working Temperature*
2000 HV Vickers Hardness*

Alumina ceramic material

What Is Alumina Ceramic?

Alumina ceramic, also known as aluminum oxide ceramic, is an advanced engineering ceramic primarily composed of aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃). It is one of the most widely used materials among oxide ceramics.

Alumina ceramics offer excellent material characteristics, including high hardness, high wear resistance, high mechanical strength, outstanding thermal stability, oxidation resistance, chemical resistance and electrical insulation properties.

High-purity alumina ceramic is an important engineering material that can replace conventional plastics, metals and other materials in demanding industrial environments.

  • High hardness and abrasion resistance
  • High mechanical strength
  • Excellent thermal stability
  • Outstanding electrical insulation
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Excellent dimensional stability

Why Choose Alumina Ceramics?

Alumina ceramics combine excellent mechanical, thermal, chemical and electrical properties to meet the requirements of demanding industrial applications.

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High Hardness

Excellent hardness provides outstanding resistance to scratching, abrasion and surface damage.

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Wear Resistance

Excellent resistance to friction and mechanical wear helps extend component service life.

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Thermal Stability

Maintains structural integrity and mechanical performance in high-temperature environments.

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Electrical Insulation

High electrical resistivity and dielectric strength make alumina suitable for insulating components.

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Chemical Resistance

Good resistance to many chemical environments, acids and alkalis under appropriate conditions.

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Mechanical Strength

High compressive strength and stiffness support reliable performance in precision components.

Alumina Ceramic Grades

Different alumina purity grades offer different mechanical, thermal and electrical characteristics. Select the right material according to your application requirements.

95% Alumina Ceramic

Standard alumina ceramic for general industrial, wear-resistant and electrical insulation applications.

  • Density3.6 g/cm³
  • Bending Strength300 MPa
  • Hardness1400 HV
  • Thermal Conductivity20 W/mK
  • Max Temperature1500°C

99% Alumina Ceramic

High-purity alumina for demanding mechanical, thermal and electrical applications.

  • Density3.8 g/cm³
  • Bending Strength310 MPa
  • Hardness1600 HV
  • Thermal Conductivity29 W/mK
  • Max Temperature1600°C

99.7% Alumina Ceramic

High-purity microcrystalline alumina designed for precision and demanding industrial applications.

  • Density3.9 g/cm³
  • Bending Strength360 MPa
  • Hardness2000 HV
  • Thermal Conductivity28 W/mK
  • Max Temperature1700°C

Alumina Ceramic Products

We manufacture a wide range of precision ceramic components for industrial, electronic and high-temperature applications, with customized shapes and dimensions available.

Ceramic Tube

Ceramic Tube

High-temperature ceramic tubes for electrical insulation, thermal protection and industrial applications.

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Ceramic Sealing Parts

Ceramic Sealing Parts

Wear-resistant ceramic sealing components offering excellent hardness and chemical stability.

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Electronic Ceramics

Electronic Ceramics

Precision electronic ceramic components with excellent electrical insulation and dimensional stability.

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Structural Ceramic Parts

Structural Ceramic Parts

High-strength structural ceramic components for mechanical systems and precision industrial equipment.

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Alumina Ceramic Properties

Typical engineering properties of 95%, 99% and 99.7% alumina ceramic materials.

Mechanical & Thermal Characteristics

Properties Unit 95% Al₂O₃ 99% Al₂O₃ 99.7% Al₂O₃
Color - Ivory Light Yellow White / Ivory
Density g/cm³ 3.6 3.8 3.9
Bending Strength MPa 300 310 360
Compressive Strength MPa 2,300 2,200 3,900
Elastic Modulus GPa 320 340 390
Fracture Toughness MPa·m¹/² 3–4 3–4 5.2*
Weber Coefficient m 12 12 12
Vickers Hardness HV 0.5 1,400 1,600 2,000
Thermal Expansion Coefficient 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ 7–8 7–8 5.5–8.4
Thermal Conductivity W/mK 20 29 28
Thermal Shock Resistance ΔT °C 250 200 280
Maximum Working Temperature °C 1,500 1,600 1,700

Electrical Characteristics

Properties Unit 95% Al₂O₃ 99% Al₂O₃ 99.7% Al₂O₃
Volume Resistance at 20°C Ω·cm >10¹⁴ >10¹⁴ >10¹⁵
Dielectric Strength V/m or kV/mm 15×10⁶ 15×10⁶ 30 kV/mm
Dielectric Constant εr 9 10 10
Dielectric Loss Angle at 1 MHz tanδ 0.0004 0.0002 0.0005

Chemical Characteristics

Test Conditions 95% Al₂O₃ 99% Al₂O₃
Nitric Acid (60%), 90°C 0.1 0.1
Sulphuric Acid (95%), 95°C 0.3 0.34
Caustic Soda (30%), 80°C 0.9 0.95

Note: Chemical test results are expressed as weight loss (mg/cm²/day). The referenced source does not provide corresponding chemical values for 99.7% alumina. All engineering data are representative. Actual properties may vary depending on manufacturing methods, dimensions, shape and test conditions. Please confirm specifications before engineering use.

Applications of Alumina Ceramics

Alumina ceramic components are widely used across various industries due to their excellent hardness, wear resistance, thermal stability and electrical insulation properties.

Engineering and Structural Applications

Engineering & Structural

Precision structural components, wear-resistant parts and industrial machinery applications.

Metallurgy Applications

Metallurgy

High-temperature resistant components, insulation parts and abrasion-resistant ceramic products.

Chemical Processing Applications

Chemical Processing

Corrosion-resistant ceramic components for chemical equipment and demanding processing environments.

Automotive Industry Applications

Automotive Industry

Wear-resistant and heat-resistant ceramic components for automotive systems and equipment.

Electrical and Electronic Applications

Electrical & Electronic

Electrical insulation components, ceramic substrates and precision electronic parts.

Aerospace Applications

Aerospace

Lightweight, heat-resistant and high-performance ceramic components for demanding aerospace applications.

From Ceramic Powder to Precision Components

A controlled production process helps ensure consistent material properties, dimensional accuracy and product quality.

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Powder Preparation

Raw material selection and powder processing.

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Forming

Pressing, molding and ceramic shaping.

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Sintering

High-temperature densification and firing.

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Precision Machining

Grinding, polishing and dimensional machining.

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Quality Inspection

Dimensional and material quality verification.

Advanced Ceramic Manufacturing Solutions

From material selection to precision machining, we provide ceramic component solutions for a wide range of industrial applications.

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Material Expertise

Different alumina purity grades to meet application-specific requirements.

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Custom Manufacturing

Customized ceramic geometries and dimensions based on technical drawings.

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Precision Machining

Grinding and finishing processes for precision ceramic components.

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Quality Control

Material and dimensional inspection to support product consistency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about alumina ceramic materials and their applications.

Alumina ceramic is an advanced oxide ceramic primarily composed of aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃). It is known for its high hardness, mechanical strength, wear resistance, thermal stability and electrical insulation.
Common grades include 95% alumina, 99% alumina and high-purity microcrystalline alumina with Al₂O₃ content above 99.7%. The appropriate grade depends on the mechanical, thermal and electrical requirements.
According to the referenced material data, maximum working temperatures are approximately 1500°C for 95% alumina, 1600°C for 99% alumina and 1700°C for high-purity 99.7% alumina. Actual operating limits depend on the application and environment.
Yes. Alumina ceramic offers high electrical resistivity and dielectric strength, making it suitable for electrical insulators, ceramic substrates and electronic components.
Yes. Alumina ceramic components can be manufactured according to customer drawings, dimensions, tolerances, material grades and application requirements.
To evaluate a project, provide the material grade, 2D or 3D drawings, dimensions, tolerances, quantity and application environment. This information helps determine the suitable material and manufacturing process.

 

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