Zirconia is a very strong technical ceramic with excellent properties in hardness, fracture toughness, and corrosion resistance; all without the most common property of ceramics – high brittleness. Unlike traditional ceramics that tend to be hard and brittle, Zirconia offers high strength, wear resistance, and flexibility far beyond those of most other technical ceramics. 

There are several grades of Zirconia available, the most common of which are Yttria Partially Stabilized Zirconia (Y-PSZ) and Magnesia Partially Stabilized Zirconia (Mg-PSZ). Both of these materials offer excellent properties, however, the operating environment and part geometry will dictate which grade may be suitable for specific applications (more on this below). Its unique resistance to crack propagation and high thermal expansion make it an excellent material for joining ceramics with metals like steel. Due to Zirconia’s unique properties it is sometimes referred to as the “ceramic steel”.

With good performance,what can Zirconia brick be used for?

Wire forming/drawing dies

Insulating rings in thermal processes

Precision shafts and axles in high wear environments

Furnace process tubes

Wear resistance pads

Thermocouple protection tubes

Sandblasting nozzles

Refractory material

Extrusion dies

Bushings and caps

Kiln furniture crucible

Fiber optic ferrules and sleeves

Knives and blades

Fuel cell parts

Bearings & rollers

Welding nozzles & pins

Laser parts

Gas igniters

Electric insulator

Ceramic guiders

Oxygen sensors

Medical and surgical component

Mechanical seals

Pumps, pistons, and liners

Above is the main application of zirconia  tile.