3YSZ Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder (3 mol% Y₂O₃), D50 0.2-0.4 μm, 1 kg | ATOMFAIRProduct Type: SOC zirconia-based functional powder
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This powder must be stored in a dry environment to prevent moisture uptake and maintain integrity. It is designed for co-firing with NiO and other common SOC components under standard sintering conditions.
- Moisture Sensitivity: Store in a dry environment and keep containers tightly sealed when not in use.
- Co-firing Compatibility: The sintering profile of this powder is compatible with NiO and other common SOC components.
How does the ionic conductivity and fracture toughness of 3YSZ compare to 8YSZ for SOC applications?
3YSZ, with 3 mol% Y₂O₃, offers moderate ionic conductivity but significantly higher fracture toughness than 8YSZ, making it better suited for mechanically demanding cell configurations such as anode-supported designs. The source specifies a composition of (Y₂O₃)₀.₀₃(ZrO₂)₀.₉₇ and states it provides 'enhanced toughness' and 'moderate ionic conductivity' for composite electrode functionality.
Is this 3YSZ powder compatible with NiO for co-firing in composite anode supports?
Yes, the powder is designed for co-firing compatibility with NiO and other common SOC components. The product description confirms 'good co-firing compatibility' and lists 'composite anode supports' and 'co-firing applications with NiO' as primary uses, supported by a D50 of 0.2–0.4 μm and low impurity content to minimize grain-boundary resistance.
What storage conditions are required to prevent moisture uptake and performance degradation of 3YSZ powder?
Store in a dry environment and keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. The source specifies moisture <1 wt.% and warns that moisture uptake can lead to contamination, which is critical for maintaining the powder's low impurity profile and preventing aging effects in SOC components.
The 3YSZ powder provides enhanced fracture toughness for mechanically demanding SOC applications, but requires careful moisture control during storage and handling.
Positive
- Enhanced fracture toughness: Partially stabilized 3YSZ offers higher fracture resistance than 8YSZ, making it suitable for mechanically demanding cell configurations such as anode-supported designs.
- Good co-firing compatibility: Sintering profile matches well with NiO and other common SOC components, enabling reliable integration in composite anode supports and structural layers.
Trade-offs
- Moisture sensitivity: The powder must be stored in a dry environment and containers kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture uptake and contamination, as moisture content is specified at <1 wt.%.
- Surface area variability: The specific surface area range of 8–14 m²/g may require optimization of sintering parameters or binder content depending on the target density and microstructure.
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