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Alumina Ceramics

Alumina ceramics, also known as aluminum oxide ceramics, are among the most widely used advanced ceramic materials due to their outstanding combination of mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Composed primarily of Al2O3, these ceramics offer excellent hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability, making them suitable for demanding applications across various industries. Their unique characteristics allow them to outperform many traditional materials under extreme conditions, such as high temperatures, corrosive environments, or abrasive processes. With their exceptional versatility, alumina ceramics have become an indispensable material in modern engineering and scientific research.

Main Features

Alumina ceramics possess a range of outstanding properties, which can be summarized as follows:

  • High Hardness and Wear Resistance: Exceptional mechanical strength and superior durability under abrasive and high-stress conditions.
  • Outstanding Thermal Stability: Capable of withstanding temperatures above 1000 °C without losing structural integrity.
  • Low Thermal Expansion & High Thermal Conductivity: Ensures excellent dimensional stability and efficient heat dissipation.
  • Excellent Chemical Resistance: Inert to most acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, making it ideal for harsh environments.
  • Superior Electrical Insulation: High dielectric strength and low dielectric loss support reliable performance in electronic applications.
  • Good Corrosion Resistance: Maintains stability and integrity in corrosive environments.
  • Biocompatibility: Safe and effective for medical implants, prosthetic components, and surgical instruments.

Product Specifications

We mainly offer three series of alumina ceramics. The specific specifications of these ceramics are as follows:

Catalog NumberALCM-AC-01ALCM-AC-02ALCM-AC-03
MaterialAl2O3 > 99.7%Al2O3 > 99%Al2O3 > 95%
ColorWhite, IvoryIvoryWhite
Density3.9 g/cm33.78 g/cm33.65 g/cm3
Flexural Strength390 MPa368 MPa300 MPa
Compressive Strength3900 MPa3000 MPa3400 MPa
Elastic Modulus390 GPa350 GPa350 GPa
Impact Strength5.2 MPa m1/24.6 MPa m1/24 MPa m1/2
Weibull Modulus12 m10 m10 m
Vickers Hardness2000 (HV 0.5)2000 (HV 0.5)1800 (HV 0.5)
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion5.5-8.4 × 10-6K-15.1-8.3 × 10-6K-15.0-8.3 × 10-6K-1
Thermal Conductivity28 W/mK25 W/mK24 W/mK
Thermal Shock Resistance280 △T°C250 △T°C250 △T°C
Maximum Operating Temperature1700 °C1600 °C1500 °C
Volume Resistivity at 20 °C>1015 Ω·cm>1014 Ω·cm>1014 Ω·cm
Dielectric Strength30 kV/mm30 kV/mm20 kV/mm
Dielectric Constant10 εr10 εr10 εr
Dielectric Loss Angle (1MHz, 20 °C)0.0005 tanδ0.0005 tanδ0.0001 tanδ

These properties are measured on test samples. Due to different manufacturing processes and product forms, the actual properties of ceramics may vary.

Typical Applications

Due to their superior properties, alumina ceramics are widely used in industries such as electronics, aerospace, metallurgy, medical technology, and automotive engineering. In the electronics sector, they serve as substrates for circuit boards, insulators, and sensor housings. In the medical field, their biocompatibility allows for applications such as prosthetic components, surgical tools, and dental implants. In heavy industries, alumina ceramics are used in cutting tools, wear-resistant nozzles, bearings, and seals, significantly extending the service life of critical components.


With rich experience in the field of advanced ceramic materials, Alfa Chemistry is capable of providing customers with high-quality alumina ceramics. These products can meet the diverse industrial and research needs of customers. If you are interested in our products, please feel free to contact us to learn more.

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