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Q: I have an application where I need pan head, insulating, high vacuum compatible, screw. It will also need to be usable at a service temperature up to 150C. Do I need a ceramic? A: Though ceramics are excellent insulators, they are usually only used for high temperature applications, where … Continue reading

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Q: Why does Zirconia cost more than Alumina? A:  1) Raw material cost: Aluminia is far more abundant, whereas Yttrium oxide which is a stabilizer for Zirconia ceramic, is a rare earth element. 2) Shaping costs: Due to its higher density it takes approximately 10x longer to grind down and shape … Continue reading

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Q: What advantages does Zirconia have over Alumina? A:   Usually for most high temperature or electric insulator applications where ceramics are needed, alumina ceramic fasteners are the most popular choice due to their properties and relatively affordable price compared to zirconia fasteners. However sometimes the extreme properties of zirconia fasteners … Continue reading

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Q: I’m using a high temperature vacuum furnace at 2500F. What type of material do you suggest using and is there any advantage of using a metal over a ceramic? A:   Under vacuum conditions with little to no oxygen present, there are some metallic options for fasteners which include … Continue reading

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Q: Why does Zirconia cost more than Alumina? A:   1.) Raw material cost. Alumina is far more abundant, whereas Yttrium oxide which is a stabilizer for Zirconia ceramic, is a rare earth element. 2.) Shaping costs. Due to its higher density it takes approximately 10x longer to grind down … Continue reading

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