Silicon nitrides (Si3N4) advanced ceramic materials are characterized by their high strength, toughness and hardness combined with chemical and thermal stability.
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Insaco typically works with a Hot Pressed form of Silicon Nitride.
Chemical Formula of Silicon Nitride
The chemical formula of Silicon Nitride is given in the table below:
Property |
Value* |
Chemical Formula |
Si3N4 |
* All properties are at room temperature unless otherwise noted.
Mechanical Properties of Silicon Nitride
The mechanical properties of Silicon Nitride are mentioned in the table below:
Property |
Value* |
Density |
3.2-3.31 gm/cc |
Hardness |
1500-2000 Knoop |
Tensile Strength |
85 kpsi |
Modulus of Elasticity |
45-49 x 106 psi |
Flexural Strength |
65-132 kpsi |
Compressive Strength |
>435-500 kpsi |
Poisson's Ratio |
0.27 |
Fracture Toughness |
4-6 MPa m1/2 |
* All properties are at room temperature unless otherwise noted.
Electrical Properties of Silicon Nitride
The electrical properties of Silicon Nitride are mentioned in the table below:
Property |
Value* |
Dielectric Strength |
17700 ac V/mm |
Dielectric Constant |
8.4(@ 1 MHz) |
Volume Resistivity |
>1013 ohm-cm |
* All properties are at room temperature unless otherwise noted.
Thermal Properties of Silicon Nitride
The thermal properties of Silicon Nitride are mentioned in the table below:
Property |
Value* |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
3.0-3.9 x 10-6/°C |
Thermal Conductivity |
15-30 W/mK |
Specific Heat |
0.13 cal/g°C |
Maximum Working Temperature |
1200°C |
Shock Resistance |
750°C Diff. |
* All properties are at room temperature unless otherwise noted.
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