Silicon Carbide Seals Description
Silicon carbide is a suitable material for pump seals. Silicon carbide seals demonstrate corrosion resistance, mechanical strength at elevated temperatures, and wear resistance. They possess consistent mechanical characteristics. Carbon-impregnated silicon carbide materials improve self-lubrication efficiency.
Stanford Advanced Materials supplies silicon carbide seals produced by sintering and reaction bonding to meet specific customer requirements. We deliver both flat silicon carbide seals and custom-made seals with complex geometries.
Silicon Carbide Seals Specifications
Type |
Material |
Description |
Sintered Silicon Carbide (S-SiC) |
SMB1 Fundamentally pure SiC |
SiC purity > 98% Hv: 26 GPa |
SMG1 Graphite impregnated |
15%‒20% graphite content |
SMP1 Porous |
Exhibits improved friction resistance |
Reaction-bonded Silicon Carbide (RB-SiC) |
SMB2 Basic SiC |
SiC purity > 88% |
SMG2 Graphite impregnated |
20%‒30% graphite content |
Applications of Silicon Carbide Seals
- Silicon carbide is employed in sectors such as the semiconductor industry and coating processes.
- Silicon carbide is used for pump seals.
Packaging of Silicon Carbide Seals
The silicon carbide seals are packaged to minimise any damage during storage and transportation and to ensure that the product quality remains in its original state.