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In this section
we have listed some Frequently Asked Questions regarding our
products and services. We hope this information is helpful to
you. If you don't find the answers that you are looking for,
contact our office at (417) 673-2463, or use the contact
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What is Slip Casting?
What are some useful applications
for MgO crucibles?
Why is MgO used for high
performance heater application?
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Q:
What is Slip Casting?
A:
Slip Casting is a technique for production of hollow shapes
with uniform wall thickness and an opening to the interior.
This is ideal for shapes such as crucibles, trays, tubes, boats,
etc. |
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Q:
What are some useful applications for MgO crucibles?
A:
The MgO crucible was developed by Los Mamos National Laboratories
during the Manhattan Project to purify the world's first plutonium.
The unique properties of MgO have commercial uses for Molten
Metal Alloy Processing, High Temp Ceramic Superconductor Materials,
and Piezoelectric Materials Processing. The low cost and ready
availability also make it attractive as a substitute for Al203
ware. |
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Why is MgO used for high performance heater application?
A:
MgO has a rare combination of properties that recommend it for
high temperature electrical resistance applications. It has
High Thermal Conductivity as ceramics go, not in comparison
to metals, and High Insulation Resistance and Dielectric strength
by comparison to most simple oxide ceramics, but not as good
as low temperature polymers. It has a High Melting Point and
Thermal Stability with a low cost. |
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