Macor:Machinable glass-ceramic

Macor: An Overview of Machinable Glass-Ceramic

Among advanced ceramic materials, Macor produced by Corning Inc. is a material that combines the precision machining characteristics of plastics and metals with the inherent excellent thermal, chemical, and electrical properties of advanced ceramics. Therefore, it is a typical choice for many industrial applications.

Key Characteristics: 

Processability

The machinability of Macor facilitates the achievement of stringent tolerances, with precision levels as low as 0.013 millimeters. This capability contributes to a reduction in both delivery time and production costs for prototypes and customized components.

Thermal Performance

Macor can endure temperatures of up to 1000 °C, rendering it appropriate for applications that necessitate insulation.

Electrical Insulation

In the electronics and aerospace sectors, this characteristic is essential for applications in high-pressure and high-temperature environments. The high resistivity of Macor, measured at 10^16 Ω·cm, renders it an exceptional electrical insulator, even under elevated thermal conditions.

Chemical Resistance

In corrosive environments, Macor exhibits inertness to the majority of acids, bases, and solvents.