AC8705 Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm

Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm Description

Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm is manufactured from high purity aluminium oxide (Al2O3). The 20 mm outer diameter supports integration with standard processing equipment. Its mechanical strengths, including a flexural strength of 300-450 MPa and compressive strength of ~1800–2200 MPa, ensure structural stability under load. The tube's thermal conductivity and high volume resistivity make it suitable for high-temperature environments, where controlled heat distribution is critical.

Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm Characteristics

*The above product information is based on theoretical data and is for reference only. Actual specifications may vary.

Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm Applications

Industrial Processing
- Used as a tube liner in high-temperature furnaces to maintain consistent heat distribution by leveraging its stable thermal conductivity.
- Acts as a structural component in kiln systems to enable high-pressure operations through its superior compressive strength.

Chemical Processing
- Applied as a containment tube in reactors to resist corrosion and thermal shock, taking advantage of its chemical inertness and high operating temperature.
- Frequently used in acid and base processing equipment to prevent contamination due to its stable material properties.

Laboratory Equipment
- Used as a sample holder in high-temperature analytical instruments to achieve uniform thermal behaviour via its precise dimensional control and mechanical properties.

Alumina Tube, Aluminium Oxide Tube (Al2O3 Tube) 99%, OD. 20 mm Packing

The tube is packaged in protective, anti-static wrapping and secured within cushioned, rigid boxes to prevent mechanical damage and contamination. Storage instructions advise a dry, temperature-regulated environment to preserve material integrity. Custom packaging, including sealed trays and adjustable inserts, is available to accommodate specific handling requirements and ensure safe transit.

Additional Information

Alumina, chemically recognised as aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃), is a vital ceramic material in various industrial applications due to its exceptional chemical inertness and mechanical durability. It is often selected for environments requiring resistance to wear, high temperatures, and corrosion. The advanced processing techniques applied help maintain its microstructural integrity, making alumina an important component in thermal management systems and high-stress environments.

In broader scientific contexts, alumina ceramics contribute to both structural and functional roles. Its consistent behaviour under thermal cycling is exploited in industrial furnace linings, electronic substrates, and critical laboratory instrumentation, ensuring precise performance where even minor deviations can compromise system functionality.