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| The field of technical ceramics began with the development of
porcelain in 1849. Today, porcelain is primarily used in
electrotechnical applications. Porcelain is a good insulator against
electrical currents, even at higher temperatures.
It provides a high dielectric strength and creep resistance as well
as resistance to corrosion and aging. It is highly resistant to
temperatures up to 1000°C (1830°F) and a multitude of chemicals.
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Porcelain is a silicate
based, naturally occuring material. Its main chemical components are
SiO2 (30-75%) and Al2O3 (20-65%). Imbedded in the glass phase portion of
the porcelain matrix (60-70%) are crystalline components like mullite (3
Al2O3 2 SiO2), quartz (SiO2), cristobalite (SiO2) and corundum (Al2O3).
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Based on the shaping
process utilized, there are different types of porcelain:
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C 110: quartz porcelain is formed into shapes by either
casting or extruding. C 111: the material for pressed porcelain is
being plastisized with oil and water and then formed usind steel
moulds. This process allows highly intricate shapes to be produced. A
firing process with temperatures of 1350-1400°C (2460-2550°F)
follows the forming process. Technical standards IEC 672 or DIN VDE
0335 apply respectively.
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porcelain
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Its high dielectric
strength combined with its creep resistance even in humid environments,
its inflamability as well as its absolute temperature resistance up to
1000°C (1830°F) make porcelain an excellent insulator for the
electrotechnical industry (high and low tension). Thread guides for
textile machines made out of glazed porcelain will reliably guide modern
fibres out of carbon, aramid, kevlar and other materials.
Its chemical resistance makes porcelain an invaluable material for use
in chemical processing plants.
Other typical porcelain applications can be found in the sanitary and
furniture industries.
The quality of door and faucet handles as well as kinds of knobs are
emphazied by the use of noble porcelain.
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Inquiries |
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Please send us your drawing, skecth or sample. Let us know your requirements.
We will promptly respond with our most cost competitive quote.
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