Zirconium Dioxide

Description

A hard white amorphous powder, ZrO2, derived from zirconium and also found naturally, used chiefly in pigments, refractories, and ceramics and as an abrasive. Produced by thermal processes.
Chemical Name: Zirconium oxide
Chemical Formula: ZrO2

Specifications

Molecular Weight (g/mol.)	123.22
Density (g/cm3)	5.7
Specific Gravity	5.75
Specific Heat @25°C (cal/g-°C)	~0.10
Melting Point (°C)	~2700
Boiling Point (°C)	~5500
Surface Area (m2/g)	2.7-3.2
Thermal Conductivity @ RT (W/m-K)	2.7
Mohs Hardness @20°C	6.5
pH
Crystal Structure	tetragonal
Color	white / grey black

Chemical Properties

Various purities between ZrO2= 98 and 99.8%

Physical Properties

Various granulations are available

Typical Applications

Wear parts, extrusion dcies, wire and pipe extension, guide and other wear frollers, pressure valves, bearing materials, engine and machine components, mill media, refractories, ceramic pigments. fuel cells, laser, capacitors and ceramic injection molding.

Packaging

Fiber drums, steel drums, and bulk bags