Description of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia Grinding Media
Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia Grinding Media possess a high density, high mechanical strength, and high chemical stability. They have a low coefficient of thermal expansion and high wear resistance. They provide extended performance in ball and attrition milling of ceramic materials. They also deliver high milling efficiency, low noise levels, and a long operational lifespan with materials that are free from contaminants.

Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia Products
YSZ Ceramic Balls
Article No.
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Description
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Batch Size
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YSZ-GMB
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Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia (YSZ) ceramic balls. Customisable diameters from 0.3 to 55 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ Ceramic Cylinders
Article No.
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Description
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Batch Size
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YSZ-GMC5.5X5.5
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Ceramic cylinders made of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia (YSZ), diameter 5.5 x 5.5 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ-GMC7X7
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Ceramic cylinders made of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia (YSZ), diameter 7 x 7 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ-GMC7,5X7,5
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Ceramic cylinders made of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia (YSZ), diameter 7.5 x 7.5 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ-GMC10X10
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YSZ ceramic cylinders, diameter 10 x 10 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ-GMC12.7X12.7
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Ceramic cylinders made of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia (YSZ), diameter 12.7 x 12.7 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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YSZ-GMC15X15
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YSZ ceramic cylinders, diameter 15 x 15 mm.
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20 kg 100 kg
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Custom sizes are available on request.
Features of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia Grinding Media
1. They carry impurity levels in the parts per million range to prevent contamination.
2. They achieve high milling throughput.
3. They lower overall costs through extended operational periods.
4. They are suitable for high-viscosity milling, wet processing, and dispersion tasks.
Applications of Yttrium Oxide Stabilised Zirconia Grinding Media
YSZ grinding media have a broad range of applications due to their defined properties. Some common applications are:
- Milling and size reduction: Used to mill and reduce the size of various materials, including minerals, pigments, ceramics, and advanced materials.
- Paints and coatings: Employed in the manufacture of paints, inks, and coatings.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes for milling and homogenising active pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients, and formulations.
- Ceramics and advanced materials: Used in the production of ceramic components, ceramic coatings, and high-performance ceramics.
- Electronics and semiconductors: Used in the production of electronic components, semiconductors, and electronic ceramics.
YSZ Grinding Media Packaging
YSZ grinding media from SAM are handled with care. They are packed to prevent damage during storage and transport. This process maintains the product quality in its original state.

Specification
Properties
Property |
Unit |
Value |
Composition |
wt% |
94.6% ZrO₂, 5.25% Y₂O₃ |
Specific Density |
g/cm³ |
6.0–6.1 |
Hardness |
Mohs |
>9.0 |
Elastic Modulus |
GPa |
200 |
Fracture Toughness |
MPa·m⁰·⁵ |
9 |
Grain Size |
μm |
0.5 |
Thermal Conductivity |
W/m·K |
3 |
Thermal Expansion Coefficient |
1 x 10⁻⁶/°C |
9.6 |
Bulk Density |
kg/L |
3.7 |
Abrasion Resistance |
ppm/year |
Extremely low |
Chemical Stability |
— |
Excellent (acid/alkali resistant) |
YSZ Ceramic Balls
Item No. |
Description |
Lot Size |
YSZ-GMB |
YSZ Ceramic Balls, Diameter 0.3 mm–55 mm |
20 kg / 100 kg |
YSZ Ceramic Cylinders
Item No. |
Description |
Lot Size |
YSZ-GMC5.5X5.5 |
Dia. 5.5 mm x 5.5 mm |
20 kg / 100 kg |
YSZ-GMC7X7 |
Dia. 7 mm x 7 mm |
20 kg / 100 kg |
YSZ-GMC10X10 |
Dia. 10 mm x 10 mm |
20 kg / 100 kg |
YSZ-GMC15X15 |
Dia. 15 mm x 15 mm |
20 kg / 100 kg |
Customized sizes are available according to your requests.