Macor Custom Parts
Macor Custom Parts
Macor Custom Parts are precision-engineered components made from high-performance glass-ceramic, designed to meet complex requirements in advanced applications. These parts can be machined into intricate shapes using standard metal tools, without the need for sintering or specialized ceramic processing. Offering excellent electrical insulation, dimensional stability, and resistance to high temperatures (up to 1000°C without load), Macor custom parts are commonly used in aerospace, semiconductor, medical, and high-vacuum systems. We can supply high-quality macor custom parts with various specifications and competitive prices, offering customized solutions to meet specific requirements.
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Color: | White |
Material Composition: | Fluorphlogopite & Borosilicate Glass |
Dimensions: | Customized |
Processing Precision: | 0.01mm |
Roughness: | 0.8μm |
Macor Custom Parts Description
Macor Custom Parts provides a reliable solution for applications that demand both thermal resistance and design flexibility. Unlike conventional ceramics, Macor can be machined into detailed geometries—threads, holes, slots—without cracking or requiring post-firing. Its non-porous structure ensures zero outgassing, making it ideal for ultra-high vacuum and cleanroom environments. Engineers and designers often choose Macor custom parts for electrical feedthroughs, insulating fixtures, or mounting plates, especially when tight tolerances and rapid turnaround are critical. The ability to fabricate directly from raw blocks speeds up development and reduces tooling costs.
Macor Machinable Glass Ceramic Chemical Composition
Element / Compound | Approximate Weight (%) |
---|---|
Silicon (SiO₂) | 46% |
Magnesium (MgO) | 17% |
Aluminum (Al₂O₃) | 16% |
Potassium (K₂O) | 10% |
Boron (B₂O₃) | 7% |
Fluorine (F) | 4% |
Macor Custom Parts Features
- Complex Geometry Machinability: Can be machined into intricate shapes—slots, threads, and grooves—using standard metalworking tools, with no need for post-firing.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Performs reliably from –270°C to +800°C, making it suitable for cryogenic and high-heat applications.
- Excellent Electrical Insulation: Offers high dielectric strength and low electrical conductivity, ideal for precision electronic components.
- Zero Porosity and Outgassing: Fully dense and non-porous, Macor does not outgas in vacuum conditions, perfect for aerospace and semiconductor use.
- High Dimensional Stability: Maintains tight tolerances even under thermal cycling, ensuring consistent performance in critical assemblies.
Macor Custom Parts Applications
- Vacuum System Components: Used in vacuum chambers and electron beam systems due to their zero outgassing and excellent insulation.
- Semiconductor Processing Tools: Ideal for custom insulators, wafer holders, and alignment fixtures in cleanroom environments.
- Medical Device Insulators: Applied in diagnostic equipment and surgical tools requiring biocompatibility and thermal stability.
- Aerospace Instrumentation: Supports sensor mounts, housing parts, and electrical isolators exposed to extreme temperatures and vibration.
- Laboratory and Research Fixtures: Machined into custom jigs, test holders, or dielectric supports in scientific instrumentation setups.
Macor Machinable Glass Ceramic Properties
Macor Machinable Glass Ceramic Material Machining
Macor is one of the rare ceramics that can be machined using standard metalworking tools without the need for post-sintering processes. This makes it especially useful for prototyping and custom part production with tight tolerances. However, understanding its machining behavior is key to achieving clean, precise results.
- Standard Tool Compatibility: Macor can be drilled, milled, turned, and tapped using regular carbide or high-speed steel tools, eliminating the need for diamond tooling.
- No Plastic Deformation: Unlike metals or plastics, Macor does not deform before breaking. Operators must prevent stress concentrations to avoid edge chipping or cracking.
- Machining Precision: Surface finishes up to 0.5 µm and tolerances as tight as ±0.005 mm are achievable with careful planning and skilled handling.
- Dry Machining Preferred: Coolants are generally not required. Dry machining helps prevent contamination and simplifies cleanup in high-purity applications.
- Practice Recommended: Due to Macor’s unique cutting behavior, it’s recommended to practice machining techniques on scrap material before processing final components.
Macor Machinable Glass Ceramic Packaging
Macor machinable glass ceramic products are typically packaged in vacuum-sealed bags to prevent moisture or contamination and wrapped with foam to cushion vibrations and impacts during transport, ensuring the quality of products in their original condition.
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