Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia Crucible

• High-Temperature Performance: Suitable for demanding thermal processes.

• Mechanical Strength: Offers strong performance for advanced ceramic applications.

• Thermal Shock Resistance: Depends on composition, geometry, and heating conditions.

• Chemical Stability: Resistant to many materials, subject to chemical compatibility.

• Ceramic Durability: Designed for specialized high-temperature handling.

• Custom Specifications: Sourcing options may include different capacities and dimensions.

Property	Typical Information
Product Name	Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia Crucible
Material	Magnesium Oxide Stabilized Zirconia
Chemical Formula	MgO-stabilized ZrO₂
Main Components	Zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂), magnesium oxide (MgO)
Appearance	White, ivory, or cream ceramic
Material Structure	Partially stabilized zirconia; phase composition is grade-dependent
Density	Approximately 5.3–5.8 g/cm³, grade-dependent
Maximum Operating Temperature	Grade- and application-dependent; confirm with supplier
Thermal Shock Resistance	Grade- and geometry-dependent
Chemical Resistance	Depends on the molten material and process atmosphere
Electrical Properties	Generally electrically insulating
Product Form	Ceramic crucible
Available Dimensions	Capacity, height, outer diameter, and wall thickness subject to availability
Custom Options	Custom dimensions and configurations may be available
Documentation	Material specifications or test documentation, subject to supplier availability

• Standard Magnesia Stabilized Zirconia: For general high-temperature ceramic applications.

• High-Purity Mg-PSZ: For applications requiring controlled ceramic composition and impurity levels.

• Custom-Composition Zirconia: Stabilizer content and material properties specified according to application requirements, subject to supplier capability.

1. What is a magnesia stabilized zirconia crucible?

It is a high-performance ceramic crucible made from zirconia stabilized with magnesium oxide to control its phase structure and improve its suitability for demanding thermal and mechanical applications.

2. What is Mg-PSZ?

Mg-PSZ stands for magnesia partially stabilized zirconia. It is a zirconia-based ceramic whose microstructure and mechanical properties depend on the stabilizer concentration and processing conditions.

3. What is a magnesia stabilized zirconia crucible used for?

Common uses include high-temperature materials research, specialized melting processes, metallurgy, and laboratory testing where a compatible advanced ceramic container is required.

4. Can magnesia stabilized zirconia crucibles withstand high temperatures?

Yes, they are designed for high-temperature applications. The maximum recommended service temperature depends on the specific grade, atmosphere, thermal cycling, and material being processed.

5. Are magnesia stabilized zirconia crucibles chemically resistant?

They resist many materials, but they are not universally compatible with all molten metals, slags, fluxes, or chemicals. Compatibility should be confirmed for the intended process.

6. Can REG Metals source custom magnesia stabilized zirconia crucibles?

REG Metals can assist with sourcing crucibles to specified capacities, dimensions, material grades, and documentation requirements, subject to supplier availability.