Zirconium Oxide (Zirconia)

is the toughest commercially available ceramic.We even have a hammer made out of this ceramic. This high-strength material manifestsexcellent wear and corrosion properties. The material can also be Hip’s foradded strength and edge retention. Zirconia possesses a very low coefficient offriction and is available in MgO or Yttria to stabilized grades. Commonapplications include:

- Ceramic razor blades

- Catalyst Extrusion Dies

- Sucker Rod Balls and Seats

- Wear Bushings

- Valve Trim

- Orifice plates

- Guide Rollers and sleeves in metal

- Computer drive components