A silicon carbide beam is a structural component made from silicon carbide (SiC) material. Silicon carbide is a ceramic compound known for its exceptional mechanical properties, high-temperature resistance, and excellent chemical resistance. Silicon carbide beams are commonly used in industries such as ceramics, metallurgy, and high-temperature applications where structural support is required. They are designed to withstand extreme temperatures and provide stability in various processes. These beams have high thermal stability and can withstand temperatures up to 1600°C (2912°F) or even higher. They have low thermal expansion coefficients, which means they can resist cracking or warping under rapid temperature changes. Silicon carbide beams also offer excellent mechanical strength and stiffness, allowing them to support heavy loads and endure physical stresses in industrial applications. These beams are often used as structural supports in kilns, furnaces, reactors, and other equipment where high temperatures and harsh conditions are present. They provide stability and structural integrity to the overall system. Silicon carbide beams can be customized in terms of dimensions and configurations to suit specific application requirements. They can be used as load-bearing components or as part of a larger support structure. Overall, silicon carbide beams are reliable structural components for high-temperature applications that require thermal stability, mechanical strength, resistance to thermal shock, and stability during various processes.
Item | Unit | Data | |||
RBSIC(SISIC) | NBSIC | SSIC | RSIC | ||
SiC content | % | 85 | 80 | 99 | 98.5 |
Free Silicon content | % | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Max service temperature | ℃ | 1380 | 1550 | 1600 | 1650 |
Density | g/cm3 | 3.02 | 2.72 | 3.1 | 2.60 |
Open porosity | % | 0 | 12 | 0 | 15 |
Bending strength 20℃ | Mpa | 250 | 160 | 380 | 100 |
Bending strength 1200℃ | Mpa | 280 | 180 | 400 | 120 |
Modulus of elasticity 20°℃ | Gpa | 330 | 220 | 420 | 240 |
Modulus of elasticity 1200*℃ | Gpa | 300 | / | / | 200 |
Thermal conductivity 1200℃ | W/m.k | 45 | 15 | 74 | 10 |
Coeficient of thermal expansion | K-1×10-6 | 4.5 | 5 | 4.1 | 4.8 |
HV | kg/mm2 | 2500 | 2500 | 2800 | / |