Du-Co Ceramics manufactures mullite ceramic components for demanding high-temperature applications requiring excellent thermal shock resistance and dependable mechanical strength. Mullite is an alumina-silica ceramic material that offers a unique combination of low thermal expansion, good strength, and cost-effective performance, making it an excellent alternative to dense alumina in many industrial applications. Mullite ceramics are commonly used in furnaces, kilns, thermocouples, and other applications exposed to repeated heating and cooling cycles.
Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal and Physical Properties
| Material Grade | Mullite | |
| Physical Properties | ||
| Water Absorption (%) | Impervious: 0.00 – 0.00 | |
| Density (g/cc) | 2.3 | |
| Color | Off White | |
| Mechanical Properties | ||
| Flexural Strength (MPa/20 C) | 115 | |
| Thermal Properties | ||
| C.O.T.E. (20-1000 C) | 5.1 x 10-6 | |
| Safe Operating Temperature (C) | 1500 | |
| Note: This information is for design guidance only. Du-Co will not guarantee this information as absolute values. Various geometries can affect properties | ||
Need a Ceramic Material That Can Handle Extreme Heat and Thermal Cycling?
Du-Co Ceramics manufactures mullite ceramic components for demanding high-temperature applications where thermal shock resistance and mechanical strength are critical. Our engineering team can help determine whether mullite is the right material for your application and recommend the most economical ceramic solution for your requirements. Contact us today to discuss your project or request a quote.