Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Description
Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) is an ultra-high temperature ceramic (UHTC). Its relatively low density and good high-temperature strength make it a candidate for high-temperature aerospace applications such as hypersonic flight or rocket propulsion systems. It is an unusual ceramic, having relatively high thermal and electrical conductivities, properties it shares with isostructural titanium diboride and hafnium diboride.
Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Properties
- Extreme Hardness: Nano Zirconium Diboride exhibits exceptional hardness, ranking among the hardest materials known. It offers outstanding resistance to wear and abrasion, making it an excellent choice for applications requiring durability.
- High-Temperature Stability: This powder can withstand extreme temperatures, remaining stable even in challenging thermal conditions. It is an ideal material for applications involving high-temperature environments, such as aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
- Superior Thermal Conductivity: Nano Zirconium Diboride is a highly efficient thermal conductor.
- Chemical Inertness: The material's chemical stability allows it to resist corrosion and chemical attack.
Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Specifications
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APS
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50nm
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Purity
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99.9%
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Specific Surface Area(m2/g)
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45
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Bulk Density(g/cm3)
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1.24
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Tap Density(g/cm3)
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3.39
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Morphology
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Hexagonal
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Color
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Black
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Chemical Formula
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ZrB2
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CAS Number
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12045-64-6
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Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Applications
1. Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramics (UHTCs): ZrB2 is a key component in ultra-high-temperature ceramics, capable of withstanding temperatures above 3,000°C. This makes it ideal for applications such as thermal protection systems in hypersonic vehicles, rocket engines, and re-entry vehicles.
2. Aerospace Components: Due to its high melting point, excellent thermal conductivity, and low density, ZrB2 is used in aerospace components that require materials capable of enduring extreme thermal environments while minimizing weight.
3. Cutting Tools and Wear-Resistant Coatings: The exceptional hardness and wear resistance of nano ZrB2 make it an ideal material for cutting tools and wear-resistant coatings, especially in high-temperature and high-wear conditions.
4. Electrodes and Electrical Contacts: ZrB2 exhibits good electrical conductivity, making it suitable for use in electrodes and electrical contacts, particularly in environments that combine high temperatures and electrical conductivity requirements.
5. Nuclear Applications: ZrB2's ability to withstand high temperatures and its chemical stability make it a candidate for use in nuclear reactors, particularly in components that must resist thermal and radiation-induced damage.
6. Protective Coatings: Nano ZrB2 can be used as a coating material to protect substrates from oxidation, corrosion, and thermal degradation in extreme environments, extending the lifespan of critical components.
7. Refractory Materials: ZrB2 is utilized in the production of refractory materials that can withstand extremely high temperatures, making it valuable in industries such as metallurgy, glassmaking, and cement production.
Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) Packaging
Our Nano Zirconium Diboride (ZrB2) is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
