Zirconia  ceramics have emerged in recent times as one of the highly sought  after, high performance materials developed in line with the national  industrial policy.
 

So, what makes an inorganic non-metallic substance like it so attractive as a raw material?

Compared  to other traditional ceramics, Zirconia is famous for being highly  resistant to high temperatures, corrosion, and abrasion, with high  fracture toughness unlike its other ceramic counterparts, all while  having excellent ionic conductivity.

Thanks  to its excellent characteristics in many aspects, Zirconia has a wide  range of applications – commonly used as the preferred material for  industrial purposes, refractory purposes, structural and functional  ceramics, decorative materials as well as biomedical applications.

Importance of Precision Engineering

To  adapt the material to its various applications, zirconia ceramics must  first undergo precise processing – during which the finishing process is  critical to the quality of the end ceramic product.

An example in industrial use is as follows:

Zrconia ceramic cylinder liners are commonly used components in the high-pressure mud pumps used for  oil field drilling – put to work continuously under extremely harsh and  long working environments.

Possible  issues? If the mechanical properties and machining accuracy of the  zirconia ceramic component is not up to standard due to inadequate  finishing processes, it could result in the following problems:

● Difficulty in fitting the metal parts well.

● Unable to withstand the intense wear and tear due to the high pressure.

● Resulting in high replacement costs

The Challenges Involved

Nonetheless,  there are quite a number of challenges involved in the processing of  this sought-after material due to its unique characteristics of high  hardness, low density, and brittleness.

For  example, large sized or thin-walled zirconia ceramics may not be able  to withstand grinding equipment due to the thinness which may  potentially result in crystal fragmentation. 

Looking for the Ideal Zirconia Ceramic Component?

Depending on the purpose of the end component, the chosen processing method and requirements will be different accordingly.

If  you want to achieve the ideal outcome with your zirconia ceramic  component, you will need a supplier with the following capabilities:

● A deep understanding in the various ceramic precision processing methods

● In-depth knowledge of processing technology design

● Has the right processing equipment and tools

● Ability to recommend the appropriate processing materials

Interested  in finding a partner who can help you in your journey design a zirconia  ceramic component with high efficiency and quality at a reasonable  cost?

Reach out to our team at sales@johncera.com today to learn more about how we can be of help to you.