Atomfair Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder, 94.7% Purity, 30nm
Product Description
Atomfair Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder (Y2O3-stabilized ZrO2) has 94.7% purity, a particle size of 30 nm, tetragonal phase, and a specific surface area of 15-25 m2/g. It is intended for research involving structural ceramics and refractory materials.
Technical Specifications
| PARAMETER DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Product | Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder, 94.7% Purity, 30nm |
| Material | Yttria-stabilized zirconia |
| Chemical Formula | Y2O3-stabilized ZrO2 |
| CAS Number | 1314-23-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 123.22 |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Crystal Phase | Tetragonal phase |
| Y2O3 Content | 3 mol% Y2O3 |
| Purity | 94.7% |
| Particle Size | 30nm |
| Specific Surface Area | 15-25 m2/g |
Key Features and Advantages
- Specified 94.7% purity grade for research and development use.
- Controlled particle-size grade: 30nm.
- Defined crystal phase: Tetragonal phase.
- Specific surface area: 15-25 m2/g.
APPLICATION SCOPE: structural ceramics and refractory materials
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation. Technical specifications and package options are available to support procurement review.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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What is the role of 3 mol% yttria in stabilizing the tetragonal phase of this zirconia powder?
The 3 mol% yttria (Y2O3) stabilizes the tetragonal phase at room temperature, preventing transformation to the monoclinic phase. This is critical for structural ceramics where tetragonal zirconia exhibits high fracture toughness via transformation toughening. The product specification confirms a tetragonal crystal phase and 3 mol% Y2O3 content.
Can this 30nm yttria-stabilized zirconia powder be used for fabricating dense ceramic components via conventional sintering?
Yes, it is intended for structural ceramics and refractory materials. The 30nm particle size and specific surface area of 15–25 m²/g promote sinterability, though optimal sintering conditions (temperature, dwell time) must be determined experimentally. The source confirms suitability for structural ceramics but does not specify sintering parameters.
What safety precautions are recommended when handling 30nm yttria-stabilized zirconia nanopowder?
As a nanoscale powder, it should be handled in a fume hood or with appropriate respiratory protection to avoid inhalation. The manufacturer provides a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request for detailed handling, storage, and disposal guidelines. The product description notes that SDS can be provided for batch-specific confirmation.
Atomfair Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder (94.7% purity, 30 nm, tetragonal phase) offers controlled particle size and phase for structural ceramics research, but its moderate purity and surface area variability impose constraints for high-precision applications.
Positive
- Controlled 30 nm particle size: Narrow particle size distribution at 30 nm enables consistent sintering behavior and microstructural control in structural ceramic applications.
- Defined tetragonal phase: The specified tetragonal crystal phase provides predictable mechanical properties for refractory material research, with a specific surface area of 15-25 m2/g supporting reactivity characterization.
Trade-offs
- Moderate purity grade: At 94.7% purity, this powder contains 5.3% impurities that may affect performance in high-purity or catalytic applications where >99% is required.
- Specific surface area variability: The 15-25 m2/g range introduces batch-to-batch variation in surface reactivity, requiring careful calibration for reproducible sintering or densification studies.
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