ZC0516 Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) Grinding Media

Catalog No.	ZC0516
Size	Diameter: 0.3mm to 55 mm, Cylinder: 5mm to 15mm
Material	ZrO2+Y2O3
Purity	94.6%ZrO2 and 5.25%Y2O3
Shape	Ball or Cylinder

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) Grinding Media is made from ZrO₂ stabilized with Y₂O₃, offering superior density, wear resistance, and mechanical strength. With outstanding chemical stability, thermal resistance, and grinding efficiency, YSZ Grinding Media is the top choice for high-precision grinding, milling, and dispersion.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) provides consistently high-quality YSZ Grinding Media and offers custom material solutions tailored to your specifications or drawings.

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Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) Grinding Media

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Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Grinding Media Description

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) Grinding Media is known for its exceptional mechanical properties, including high density, wear resistance, and durability. It is ideal for ball milling, attrition milling, and other grinding processes requiring low contamination, high efficiency, and long operational life.

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Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Specification

Properties

Property	Unit	Value
Composition	wt%	94.6% ZrO₂, 5.25% Y₂O₃
Specific Density	g/cm³	6.0–6.1
Hardness	Mohs	>9.0
Elastic Modulus	GPa	200
Fracture Toughness	MPa·m⁰·⁵	9
Grain Size	μm	0.5
Thermal Conductivity	W/m·K	3
Thermal Expansion Coefficient	1 x 10⁻⁶/°C	9.6
Bulk Density	kg/L	3.7
Abrasion Resistance	ppm/year	Extremely low
Chemical Stability	—	Excellent (acid/alkali resistant)

YSZ Ceramic Balls

Item No.	Description	Lot Size
YSZ-GMB	YSZ Ceramic Balls, Diameter 0.3 mm–55 mm	20 kg / 100 kg

YSZ Ceramic Cylinders

Item No.	Description	Lot Size
YSZ-GMC5.5X5.5	Dia. 5.5 mm x 5.5 mm	20 kg / 100 kg
YSZ-GMC7X7	Dia. 7 mm x 7 mm	20 kg / 100 kg
YSZ-GMC10X10	Dia. 10 mm x 10 mm	20 kg / 100 kg
YSZ-GMC15X15	Dia. 15 mm x 15 mm	20 kg / 100 kg

Customized sizes are available according to your requests.

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Grinding Media Features

Ultra-Low Contamination: Extremely low material shedding to ensure product purity.
High Grinding Efficiency: Enhances the grinding process for reduced milling time.
Durability: Long operational life minimizes replacement costs.
Chemical and Thermal Stability: Performs effectively in high-viscosity, wet grinding, and dispersion processes.
Wide Range of Sizes: Customizable for precise milling needs.

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Grinding Media Applications

Advanced Ceramics and Materials: Used for milling and dispersion of ceramics, pigments, and advanced materials.
Electronics and Semiconductors: Grinding in the fabrication of electronic components and semiconductor materials.
Paints, Coatings, and Inks: High-efficiency grinding in the production of paints, coatings, and ink formulations.
Pharmaceuticals: Homogenization and grinding of APIs, excipients, and formulations.
Food and Cosmetics: Milling of food products and cosmetic ingredients.
Energy Applications: Grinding in battery manufacturing and renewable energy material processing.

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Grinding Media Packing

SAM's YSZ Grinding Media is securely packaged in plastic drums or cartons, ensuring protection during transportation and storage. Custom packaging solutions are available to meet specific requirements.

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Packaging: Carton, Wooden Box, or Customized.

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Grinding Media FAQs

Q: What is the difference between Zirconia and Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)?

Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) is zirconia that has been stabilized by adding yttrium oxide (Y₂O₃), which maintains it in the cubic phase at room temperature. This stabilization enhances YSZ’s strength, wear resistance, and thermal stability, making it more suitable for high-performance applications such as fuel cells, dental implants, and cutting tools.

Q: Are YSZ Grinding Media compatible with all types of mills?

Yes, YSZ Grinding Media are compatible with most grinding mills, including ball mills, planetary mills, and attritors. However, it's essential to verify compatibility based on specific mill requirements and operational conditions. If you are unsure, please contact us for assistance.

Q: What factors should be considered when selecting YSZ Grinding Media?

Consider factors such as the material to be ground, mill type, desired particle size, operational conditions, and cost-effectiveness to choose the appropriate YSZ Grinding Media.