Ceramic Zirconia
Ceramic Y-TZP Specifications
Y-TZP Yttria Tetragonal Zirconia Polycrystal is 95% zirconia, 5% yttria
Features high strength and toughness for use in severe structural applications.
Resistant to wear, corrosion, abrasion and impact.
Technical Data Ceramic Y-TZP
| Properties | Units | Value |
| Composition | wt% | 95% zirconia, 5% yttria |
| Color | Ivory | |
| Bulk Density | g/cm3 | 6.01 |
| Water Absorption | % | 0 |
| Gas Permeation | % | 0 |
| Grain Size | Microns | 0.5 |
| Hardness (Vickers) | HV | 1290 |
| Flexural strength | MPa (kpsi) | 1000 (145) |
| Modulus of Elasticity | GPa (psi – 106) | 204 (30) |
| Fracture Toughness | MPa – m1/2 | 7 |
| Poisson’s Ratio | – | 0.31 |
| Thermal Expansion (25°C – 1000°C) | 10-6/°C (10-6/°F) | 10.3 (5.8) |
| Thermal Conductivity | Btu – in/ft2 | 15 |
| Specific Heat | Cal/g – °C | 0.32 |
| Maximum Temperature Use (no load) | °C [° F] | 2400 ° [4350 °] |