Discover the 4 main ceramic types: earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, and bone china. Learn their properties, uses, and how to choose the right one for your project.
Explore examples of ceramic powders like alumina, zirconia, and silicon carbide. Learn their classifications, properties, and how to select the right material for your application.
Ceramic tubes provide thermal resistance, electrical insulation, and chemical inertness for furnaces, kilns, sensors, and high-voltage systems in demanding environments.
Learn the key properties of alumina powder for polishing and critical handling precautions to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety for a perfect surface finish.
Discover why silicon carbide is difficult to machine and the specialized processes like diamond grinding and EDM required for shaping this hard ceramic.
Zirconia is the strongest dental ceramic (>1000 MPa), but optimal material choice balances strength, esthetics, and longevity. Learn how to select the right ceramic.
Learn how ceramic powders are classified by chemical composition (oxide, carbide, nitride) and application (structural, electronic, bioceramic) for optimal material selection.
CVD vs PVD inserts: Understand the key differences in coating processes, performance, and the right application for each to optimize your machining operations.
Learn the proper procedure for using a porcelain crucible, including heating, cooling, and weighing techniques to ensure precise results in your lab work.