Silicon Carbide Foam

Silicon Carbide Foam

Silicon Carbide Foam

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  • Silicon Carbide Foam is an advanced ceramic material ideal for high-temperature filtration applications, particularly in the casting of ductile iron, gray iron, and copper-based alloys. It offers outstanding thermal shock resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical stability, allowing it to perform reliably in extreme molten metal environments. The open-cell structure enables effective removal o

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Silicon Carbide Foam Data Sheet

Shape:

Round, Square

Chemical Composition

SiC, Al2O3, SiO2

Porosity (%)

80–90%

Pore Density (PPI)

7PPI–45PPI

Operating Temperature (°C)

≤1500°C

Room Temperature Bending Strength (MPa)

0.8 MPa

Silicon Carbide Foam Description

Silicon Carbide Foam is an advanced ceramic material ideal for high-temperature filtration applications, particularly in the casting of ductile iron, gray iron, and copper-based alloys. It offers outstanding thermal shock resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical stability, allowing it to perform reliably in extreme molten metal environments. The open-cell structure enables effective removal of inclusions and impurities, while also reducing turbulence and gas content during pouring. This contributes to improved surface finish, structural integrity, and overall quality of cast components.

Silicon Carbide Foam

Silicon Carbide Foam Filtration Capacity

Dimensions (mm)Filter Capacity(kg) (10ppi)Flow Rate (kg/s) (10ppi)Filter Capacity(kg) (20ppi)Flow Rate (kg/s) (20ppi)Filter Capacity(kg) (30ppi)Flow Rate (kg/s) (30ppi)
40×40×15644503422
50×30×22604473402
50×50×151006783.5663
50×50×2214491126955
75×50×2222014175101498
100×50×222001215591337
100×75×22300182321319911
100×100×22400243101826515
150×150×22900546984059633
200×200×30160095124058106048
Dia 40×22403392332
Dia 50×22704.5614523
Dia 60×221006.5885754
Dia 70×221408.811971026
Dia 75×221701013781176.5
Dia 80×222001115691337
Dia 90×2224014197111699
Dia 100×22280172431420812
Dia 125×22400243802232518
Dia 150×22700385483246826
Dia 200×301240679735683246

Silicon Carbide Foam Specifications

Shape And Size (mm)CircularΦ40×15, Φ50×22, Φ60×22, Φ70×22, Φ80×22, Φ90×22, Φ100×22, Φ125×25, Φ150×30, Φ200×40
Square30×50×22, 40×40×22, 50×50×22, 75×50×22, 100×50×22, 75×75×22, 100×75×22, 100×100×22, 150×100×22, 150×150×40, 300×150×40, 125×125×30, 120×120×25
Custom DimensionsSizes can be customized to specific requirements.

Silicon Carbide Foam Applications

  • Molten Metal Filtration: Widely used in aluminum, copper, and iron casting to remove impurities and improve metal quality.
  • High-Temperature Insulation: Acts as a thermal barrier in industrial furnaces and kilns due to its excellent heat resistance.
  • Gas and Liquid Filtration: Serves in chemical plants and environmental systems to filter aggressive gases and corrosive liquids.
  • Catalyst Support: Used in petrochemical processes as a durable and chemically stable support structure.
  • Aerospace and Defense Components: Provides lightweight, strong support structures for thermal protection and vibration damping.

Silicon Carbide Foam Ceramic Packaging

Silicon carbide 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 the products in their original condition.

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To customize your silicon carbide foam, please provide the following details:

  1. Porosity
  2. Cell Size (PPI)
  3. Density
  4. Thickness
  5. Size and Shape
  6. Purity (Specify the purity of material required.)
  7. Quantity of the products you need
  8. Alternatively, you can provide a drawing with your specifications..

Once we have these details, we can provide you with a quote within 24 hours.

We carry a wide variety of silicon carbide products in stock, and for these, there is generally no minimum order requirement. However, for custom orders, we typically set a minimum order value of $200. The lead time for stock items is usually 1-2 weeks, while custom orders usually take 3-4 weeks, depending on the specifics of the order.

It offers exceptional thermal stability and can withstand temperatures above 1600°C, making it suitable for extreme heat environments like furnaces and foundries.

Absolutely. By trapping non-metallic inclusions and reducing turbulence, SiC foam significantly enhances the surface finish, dimensional stability, and mechanical performance of the final cast product.

Silicon carbide foam generally offers higher thermal conductivity, superior thermal shock resistance, and greater chemical durability than aluminum oxide foam.

Advanced Ceramic Hub, established in 2016 in Colorado, USA, is a specialized supplier and manufacturer of silicon carbide products. With extensive expertise in supply and export, we offer competitive pricing and customized solutions tailored to specific requirements, ensuring outstanding quality and customer satisfaction. As a professional provider of ceramics, refractory metals, specialty alloys, spherical powders, and various advanced materials, we serve the research, development, and large-scale industrial production needs of the scientific and industrial sectors.

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