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Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride (ZSBN)

Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride (ZSBN) is a composite material that marries the superior thermal and chemical stability of boron nitride (BN) with the enhanced toughness and thermal resistance of zirconia (ZrO2). By integrating the distinctive properties of boron nitride, such as high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation, with the mechanical strength and fracture toughness provided by zirconia, ZSBN emerges as a material exceptionally suited for demanding applications. This synergy results in a composite that not only withstands high temperatures and corrosive environments but also excels in thermal management and electrical insulation, making it a prime choice for advanced engineering solutions.

The properties of ZSBN encompass enhanced mechanical strength and toughness, thanks to the zirconia content, making it more resistant to wear and mechanical shock than pure boron nitride. Furthermore, it retains the high thermal conductivity characteristic of boron nitride, ensuring efficient heat dissipation. Its excellence in thermal shock resistance is attributed to the thermal stability of zirconia, while its chemical inertness against most chemicals and molten metals is retained from boron nitride. Additionally, ZSBN's electrical insulation properties make it ideal for a wide range of electronic applications, where these combined properties are essential for performance and durability.

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Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride Properties

Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride (ZSBN) is a composite material that leverages the unique advantages of both boron nitride and zirconia, resulting in a set of enhanced properties suitable for high-performance and high-temperature applications. Here are the key properties of ZSBN:

  • Enhanced Mechanical Strength: The inclusion of zirconia significantly improves the mechanical strength and toughness of boron nitride, making ZSBN more resistant to mechanical shock and wear.
  • High Thermal Conductivity: ZSBN maintains the excellent thermal conductivity characteristic of boron nitride, facilitating effective heat dissipation, which is critical in applications requiring efficient thermal management.
  • Superior Thermal Shock Resistance: The composite material exhibits exceptional resistance to thermal shock, a benefit attributed to the thermal stability of zirconia. This property is essential for materials used in environments experiencing rapid temperature changes.
  • Chemical Inertness: ZSBN retains the chemical inertness of boron nitride, offering resistance to attack from most chemicals and molten metals. This makes it suitable for use in chemically aggressive environments.
  • Excellent Electrical Insulation: Like boron nitride, ZSBN provides outstanding electrical insulation properties. This feature, combined with its thermal management capabilities, makes it highly suitable for electronic applications where electrical insulation is a critical factor.
  • Low Thermal Expansion: The material exhibits low thermal expansion, similar to boron nitride, which minimizes dimensional changes and mechanical stress in response to temperature fluctuations.
  • Good Metallization Compatibility: ZSBN can be effectively combined with metals through metallization processes, enhancing its utility in electronic packaging and device fabrication.

These properties make Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride a versatile material choice for a wide range of applications, including electronics, aerospace, industrial processing, and wherever high temperature, wear resistance, and thermal management are required.

Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride Specification

Grade BN-SZ
Compositions BN+SiC+ZrO2
Density 2.3-3.0 g/cm3
25°C Volume Resistivity >10^12 Ω·cm
Max. Service Temp. (°C) 900 (Oxygen)
1700 (Inert Gas)
1700 (High Vacuum)
Flexural Strength 100 Mpa
Compressive Strength 300 Mpa
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (25-1000°C) 4.0 10^-6/K
Thermal Conductivity 40 W/mK

Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride Applications

Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride (ZSBN) combines the best of boron nitride's thermal and chemical stability with zirconia's mechanical toughness. This unique composite material finds applications across various high-demand sectors:

Electronics and Semiconductor Industry

ZSBN's exceptional electrical insulation and high thermal conductivity make it ideal for electronic packaging and as substrates in semiconductor devices. Its ability to efficiently dissipate heat is crucial for high-power electronic components, ensuring reliability and extended service life.

Aerospace and Defense

In aerospace and defense, ZSBN is used for components that require high thermal shock resistance and stability under extreme conditions. Its applications include thermal insulators, heat shields, and components within propulsion systems, where material performance is critical at high temperatures.

Industrial Processing

The material's resistance to chemical attack and thermal stability make it suitable for use in high-temperature industrial processes. ZSBN can be found in crucibles, nozzles, and other components that come into contact with molten metals, providing longevity and reliability.

Cutting Tools and Abrasives

Leveraging its enhanced mechanical strength, ZSBN is used in the manufacture of cutting tools and abrasives for machining hard materials. Its wear resistance ensures tools maintain their edge and performance, reducing downtime and tool replacement costs.

Thermal Management Solutions

For applications requiring efficient thermal management, such as heat sinks and heat spreaders, ZSBN offers superior thermal conductivity. It's particularly beneficial in electronics cooling, where managing device temperature is key to operational efficiency and preventing overheating.

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Your ZSBN Ceramics Supplier

Advanced Ceramic Materials is a leading supplier of Zirconia Stabilized Boron Nitride (ZSBN) products of the highest quality for a wide range of applications. We are happy to provide advice on materials, design, and application. Feel free to contact us with any questions about ZSBN or other ceramic materials that are not listed on the website. 

FAQs
Can ZSBN Be Customized for Specific Applications?

Yes, the properties of ZSBN can be tailored through the adjustment of zirconia and boron nitride ratios, processing conditions, and the addition of other materials to meet specific application requirements.

How Does ZSBN Handle Thermal Shock?

ZSBN's superior thermal shock resistance allows it to withstand rapid temperature changes without degrading, a critical property for materials used in aerospace, defense, and industrial processing.

Is ZSBN Chemically Inert?

Yes, ZSBN exhibits chemical inertness, resisting attack from most chemicals and molten metals, which is crucial for its use in chemically aggressive environments.

How Does ZSBN Compare to Pure Boron Nitride or Zirconia?

ZSBN offers a balanced combination of boron nitride's excellent thermal and chemical properties with the mechanical toughness of zirconia, making it more versatile for applications requiring both high thermal management and mechanical strength.

How Does ZSBN's Thermal Conductivity Compare to Other Materials?

ZSBN maintains high thermal conductivity, superior to many ceramics and similar to pure boron nitride, making it effective for thermal management applications.

How Does ZSBN Perform in Corrosive Environments?

ZSBN's chemical inertness makes it highly resistant to corrosion and attack by most chemicals and molten metals, ensuring its integrity in harsh environments.

How Does the Addition of Zirconia Improve the Properties of Boron Nitride?

The addition of zirconia to boron nitride enhances its mechanical strength and toughness, making ZSBN more resistant to wear and mechanical shock, while still maintaining the high thermal conductivity and chemical resistance of boron nitride.

Are There Any Limitations to Using ZSBN?

While ZSBN offers superior properties, it may be more costly to produce than some other ceramic materials due to the complex manufacturing processes required. Additionally, machining ZSBN to precise dimensions can be challenging due to its hardness.

Properties
Chemical Formula BN+SiC+ZrO2
Mechanical
Density 2.3-3.0 g/cm3
Hardness 20-25 GPa
Modulus of Elasticity 300-350 GPa
Flexural Strength 100 Mpa
Compressive Strength 300 Mpa
Poisson's Ratio 0.21-0.22
Fracture Toughness 5-8 MPa m½
Electrical
Dielectric Strength 10-20 kV/mm
Dielectric Constant 4-6
Volume Resistivity 10^10 - 10^12 Ω·m
Thermal
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 4.0 10^-6/K
Thermal Conductivity 40 W/mK
Specific Heat 0.5 J/g·K
Shock Resistance -
Maximum Working Temperature 1700℃
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