Monofilament Ceramic Fibre

The monofilament ceramic fibre is continuous and polycrystalline. It is composed of alumina, silica and boron oxide. This continuous metal oxide-composed fibre is easy to convert into ceramic textiles for applications in high temperature environments.
Composed of continuous and resistant filaments, monofilament ceramic textiles are rough-and are not reinforced. This fibre also has a very low elongation and shrinkage rate thanks to its application temperature. As a result, manufacture is dimensionally stable. This continuous fibre demonstrates a mechanical and thermal performance that fibrous materials do not achieve, such as aramid, silica, quartz or glass.
In addition, this fibre has excellent chemical resistance, excellent dielectric strength, low thermal conductivity, good thermal shock resistance and low porosity. It is mainly used in the aerospace, automotive, electrical and petrochemical industries.
Informations about Monofilament Ceramic
Mechanical and physical properties
Monofilament ceramic fibres are characterised by excellent dimensional stability thanks to their low shrinkage and elongation rate.
Property |
Unit |
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Material |
1100˚C Ceramic Fibre |
1370°C Ceramic Fibre |
|
Resistance to traction |
MPa |
1630 |
1840 |
Traction modulus |
GPa |
150 |
190 |
Retraction rate 1200°C |
% |
<1.5 |
<0.5 |
Mass loss at 1200°C |
% |
2.6 |
<0.1 |
Thermal properties
Monofilament ceramic fibres have low conductivity and excellent resistance to high temperatures, making them an incomparable thermal insulator.
Property |
Unit |
|
|
Material: |
1100˚C Ceramic Fibre |
1370°C Ceramic Fibre |
|
Continuous temperature |
°C |
1100 |
1370 |
Maximum temperature |
°C |
1700 |
1700 |
Thermal conductivity |
W/m.K at 100°C |
0.10 |
0.12 |
Thermal conductivity |
W/m.K at 500°C |
0.14 |
0.16 |
Thermal conductivity |
W/m.K at 1000°C |
0.18 |
0.19 |
Moisture uptake
Moisture absorption of monofilament ceramic fibres is extremely low. Thanks to their non-porous surface, the fibres are able to retain a maximum of 0.08% of their weight in water.
Advantages
- Low elongation rate
- Low retraction rate
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Excellent dielectric strength
- Low thermal conductivity
- Excellent resistance to thermal shock
- Low porosity
Applications of Monofilament Ceramic
- Thermal shield
- Fire barrier
- Thermal insulation
- Electrical insulation
- Composite reinforcement
- Sealing and insulation
Our Monofilament Ceramic products
Monofilament Ceramic Fibres Sleeves
Monofilament ceramic sheaths are resistant to continuous temperatures up to 1370°C. They are particularly suitable for the insulation and protection of cables, tubes, pipes and thermocouples. They can also be used as insulation seals.
Monofilament Ceramic Fibres Tapes
Monofilament ceramic strips are resistant to continuous temperatures up to 1170°C. They are particularly suitable for the insulation and protection of cables, tubes and pipes and to strengthen packaged products.
Monofilament Ceramic Fibres Fabrics
Monofilament ceramic fabrics are resistant to continuous temperatures of 1100°C and 1370°C, respectively. They are mainly used in the industry as a heat shield or fire barrier.