Is MACOR a ceramic?

Macor  is a ceramic material produced by Corning Inc. Macor is a machinable glass ceramic with high heat resistance and mechanical strength. It is composed of a glass matrix and crystals, with fluorine pits being the main component. One of the main advantages of Macor is that it can be processed using standard metal processing tools without the need for special ceramic processing equipment. This makes it very useful in applications that require complex shapes and high precision

Macor, as a ceramic material, has the following advantages:

1. Machinability: The biggest feature of Macor is that it can be machined using conventional metal processing tools. It can drill, cut, mill, and grind without the need for expensive ceramic processing equipment.

2. Thermal stability: Macor has excellent thermal stability and can maintain its mechanical properties in high temperature environments. Its maximum operating temperature can reach 1000 ° C (1832 ° F).

3. Low thermal expansion coefficient: Macor's thermal expansion coefficient is similar to some metals such as molybdenum and tungsten, which allows it to maintain dimensional stability under temperature changes, making it very suitable for use in precision machinery and electronic devices.

4. Electrical insulation performance: Macor has excellent electrical insulation performance and can maintain insulation effect under high temperature and high voltage conditions. This makes it highly valuable in electronic and electrical applications.

5. Chemical stability: Macor has strong corrosion resistance to most chemicals and can be used for a long time in harsh chemical environments.

6. Non porous: Macor is non porous, which means it does not absorb liquids or gases, making it suitable for use in vacuum environments and other applications that require cleanliness.

7. Mechanical strength: Although Macor is a glass ceramic material, it has high mechanical strength and hardness, and can withstand certain mechanical stresses.

8. Dimensional stability: Due to its low thermal expansion coefficient and high mechanical strength, Macor can maintain a high degree of dimensional stability during processing and use, making it suitable for the manufacturing of precision parts.

Based on years of professional processing experience, we can achieve complex and precise machining in different fields, providing you with the most perfect Macor glass ceramic solution for your project