Silicon Carbide, also known as carborundum, is a compound of silicon and carbon produced from quartz and petroleum coke in electric furnaces at 2200 °C. It is an extremely hard, sharp, and aggressive abrasive with high chemical stability and resistance to oxidation. Its hardness enables fast cutting and effective cleaning or etching of very hard surfaces, while remaining unaffected by acids and only reactive to alkali at very high temperatures.
Performance
Extreme Hardness
Provides aggressive cutting and grinding action
Fast Cutting Speed
Efficiently cleans and etches hard surfaces
Chemical Stability
Resistant to oxidation and unaffected by acids
Durable Ceramics Formation
Bonds into high-strength ceramics for demanding applications
High-Temperature Endurance
Maintains performance under high heat and voltage conditions
Features
High strength
High hardness
Aggressive abrasive action
Stable under harsh conditions
Ensures reliable mechanical performance in abrasive and ceramic applications.
Enables precision cutting, grinding, and polishing of tough materials.
Reduces cycle times with faster material removal.
Performs consistently in chemical and thermal extremes.
Major Industries & Applications
Aerospace / Aviation
High-strength components and surface preparation
Granite / Stone Cutting
Fast cutting and carving of hard surfaces
Automotive
Brakes, clutches, and polishing operations
Semiconductor Manufacturing
High-temperature and high-voltage electronic applications
Foundry / Die Cast
Grinding and finishing of non-ferrous materials
