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ESTABLISHED  1973

Siliconised Silicon Carbide Tubes

The composite radiant tubes (CRTs) discussed here are based on silicon and silicon carbide. They can be used in most atmosphere heat treating furnaces in place of conventional metal alloy and mullite radiant tubes.

Bulk density (g/cm³)
2.85
Apparent porosity (Vol.%)
0
Modulus of rupture (MPa)
78
Compressive strengths (MPa)
580
Vickers hardness (MPa)
SiC 25.000

Si 9.000

Thermal expansion coefficient20°-1000°C (1/°C)
4.2 x 10¯6
Thermal conductivity (W/mK) 100°C 1280°C
160

24

Specific heat (J/kgK) RT 1280°C
600

1200

Limit of application (°C)
1340

Tubes (CRTs) are available in a variety of diameters and configurations.

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