Ceramic Fiber Products

Ceramic Fiber Products

Ceramic fiber is a lightweight and durable material, which can be used in various applications. Its composition includes aluminosilicate fibers, which are melted and spun together in a nonwoven matrix. This unique process produces lightweight, flexible sheets. The fibers are odorless and resistant to thermal shock.

Ceramic fiber products are available in a variety of forms, including die-cut and vacuum-formed shapes. They can be used in applications such as rope packing for doors, welding blankets, and ceramic rigidizers. Their high tensile strength makes them ideal for applications where tensile strength is required. The fibers are also resilient to vibrations. They are suitable for high-temperature applications and do not suffer from binder burnout.

Another important quality of ceramic fiber is flexibility. This material is versatile enough to accommodate various materials and processes, ranging from high-tech to medical devices. It is also versatile enough to be woven into preforms, such as in gas turbines, both aeronautical and ground-based. In addition to that, heat exchangers can be made out of ceramic fiber, which can act as the first containment wall in fusion reactors. Other applications include candle filters for high-temperature gas filtration and high-temperature heat exchangers.

RCF is an excellent insulating material, with low thermal conductivity and low thermal inertia. This property helps the fiber dissipate less heat, which results in energy savings. In fact, ceramic fiber products are used as insulation materials in high-temperature applications, and can be produced as textiles, blankets, and bulk fibers. They are also useful in a variety of high-temperature industries, such as the ceramic and petrochemical industries.

In addition to RCF fabric, RCF sleeving and tape are also available. These are essentially laminated fabrics that are flexible yet durable. They are ideal for patching and joining, and have excellent mechanical strength. They can also be cut easily using conventional finishing techniques, such as machining. Further, RCF glue can be used to create custom-sized fiberboard shapes.

The most popular type of ceramic fiber product is the blanket. It accounts for a significant share of the overall market and is expected to account for the largest market share in 2020. This is largely due to the demand for insulation material in the metal, automotive, space, and shipping industries. Refining and petrochemical industries are also predicted to have the highest demand over the next five years.

Ceramic fiber products are available in a variety of densities, thicknesses, and types. For example, Fiberfrax Durablanket S insulation is lightweight and extremely strong. It contains no binder, additives, or shot content, and exhibits excellent resistance to most corrosive agents and chemicals.