Silicon Carbide

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Silicon Carbide Specification

Product Name
Silicon Carbide

Product Type
Industrial Abrasive

Material
Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Color
Black

Application
Abrasives, Refractories, Metallurgical Applications

Shape
Granules

Density
3.2 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Hardness
Mohs 9.0

About Silicon Carbide

To meet the varied needs of our global patrons, we are able to offer supreme grade Silicon Carbide. This product is widely used for diverse applications such as producing grinding wheel, castables, refractories and silicon carbide plates. Appreciated for its excellent effectiveness, offered product is produced by fusing raw petroleum coke or coal and silica sand with the aid of advanced furnaces. Available at reasonable prices, this Silicon Carbide can be purchased from us in numerous packaging options by our clients.

Features:

Low density
Excellent hardness
Low thermal expansion
High thermal conductivity

Production : Silicon Carbide is produced by Fusing Raw Petroleum Coke/ Coal and Silica sand in a resistance furnace.
Silicon Carbide is used in refractories to produce Silicon Carbide plates used in the Ceramic and Carbon Black industry. They are used to produce Castables and Trough/ Taphole mass

Black silicon carbide for refractory

Technical Specification :

Size		SIC (%)	Free C(%)	Fe2O3(%)	Moisture
C85	8-5/5-3/3-1/1-0mm	85.0 min	6.0 max	3.0 max	0.5 max
	-200 F	85.0 min	6.0 max	4.0 max	0.5 max
	-325 F	85.0 min	6.0 max	4.0 max	0.5 max
C90	8-5/5-3/3-1/1-0mm	90.0 min	3.0 max	2.0 max	0.5 max
	-200 F	90.0 min	3.0 max	3.0 max	0.5 max
	-325 F	90.0 min	3.0 max	3.0 max	0.5 max
C95	8-5/5-3/3-1/1-0mm	95.0 min	1.0 max	1.4 max	0.5 max
	-200 F	95.0 min	1.0 max	1.4 max	0.5 max
	-325 F	95.0 min	1.0 max	1.4 max	0.5 max
C97	8-5/5-3/3-1/1-0mm	97.0 min	0.6 max	0.7 max	0.5 max
	-200 F	97.0 min	0.6 max	0.7 max	0.5 max
	-325 F	97.0 min	0.6 max	0.7 max	0.5 max
C98	8-5/5-3/3-1/1-0mm	98.0 min	0.3 max	0.4 max	0.5 max
	-200 F	97.5 min	0.3 max	0.6 max	0.5 max
	-325 F	97.5 min	0.3 max	0.7 max	0.5 max

Silicon Carbide for Abrasive : Silicon Carbide Black and green Grains are used to produce Grinding Wheels and coated abrasives for grinding of non metals.

C	Size	SIC (%)	Free C(%)	Fe2O3(%)	Moisture
C97	F12-F220	98.0 min	0.2 max	0.3 max	0.5 max
GC99	F12-F220	98.0 min	0.3 max	0.2 max	0.5 max

Exceptional Physical Properties

Silicon Carbide stands out due to its high melting point and remarkable hardness, registering Mohs 9.0. These attributes make it exceptionally durable, resistant to extreme temperatures, and suitable for applications from abrasives to foundry materials. Its semi-conductive nature further broadens its industrial use.

Flexible Sizing and Packaging Options

Silicon Carbide is available in multiple mesh sizes, allowing for customization according to specific industrial tasks. Customers can choose between convenient packaging options such as bags or drums, ensuring secure and efficient storage and transport for both small and large-scale operations.

Diverse Industrial Applications

Highly valued in industries like abrasives, refractories, ceramics, and metallurgy, Silicon Carbides robust composition supports applications involving intense wear, heat, and chemical exposure. It is indispensable for processes such as grinding, polishing, blasting, and as a foundry material.

FAQs of Silicon Carbide:

Q: How is Silicon Carbide typically used in industrial applications?

A: Silicon Carbide is widely employed in abrasives, refractories, ceramic production, and metallurgical processes. Its main uses include grinding, polishing, lapping, blasting, and as a foundry material due to its extreme hardness and thermal resistance.

Q: What advantages does Silicon Carbide offer over traditional abrasive materials?

A: Silicon Carbides superior hardness (Mohs 9.0), high thermal conductivity, and chemical stability make it more durable and effective for high-pressure applications compared to many other abrasives. It also maintains integrity at high temperatures, enhancing performance and lifespan.

Q: When should different grain sizes of Silicon Carbide be selected?

A: Different grain sizes are chosen based on the specific requirements of the taskfor example, finer mesh sizes are used for detailed polishing or lapping, while coarser grains are applied in heavy-duty grinding or blasting operations.

Q: Where is Silicon Carbide commonly supplied and sourced from in India?

A: Silicon Carbide is supplied, exported, and imported across India through specialized suppliers serving various sectors, including abrasives manufacturers, refractory producers, and metallurgical industries.

Q: What is the process for packaging Silicon Carbide for industrial distribution?

A: Silicon Carbide is packaged in robust bags or drums to ensure product integrity during transport and storage. The choice depends on the quantity required and the specific logistics needed by the end user.

Q: How does the semi-conductive property of Silicon Carbide benefit industrial applications?

A: As a semi-conductive material, Silicon Carbide is particularly useful in electronic and high-temperature environments, making it valuable for certain metallurgical and technical ceramic applications where electrical behavior matters.

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