From the Experts

for Advanced Ceramics

Safety and Functionality S a f et y a n d F u n cti o n a l it y

Experts

Often unseen, but always indispensable. Understated through perfect function. Indispensable for performance, safety and Electronics Experts
reliability. This is how we interact with CeramTec advanced ceramics every day, often without even noticing them. When wash- Our substrates and many other components are used
ing our hands, making espresso, talking on our cell phones, driving our cars or at the dentists office. Everywhere where other throughout the field of electronics. For example, ceramic
materials are unable to satisfy the specific demands of special areas of application. Or where high levels of functionality and heat-sinks provide the right climate for high-power electron-
safety are required. There are already many areas of application that depend on the unrivaled properties of advanced ceramics. ics. Our components ensure reliable operation in aerospace
And this materials potential is far from being exhausted because CeramTec a dvanced ceramics offer decisive advantages and technology, the automotive industry, opto-electronics, mea- of life, for instance with implant components for artificial hip
benefits for meeting the challenges of the future. surement and control technology and in industry and enter-
tainment electronics. CeramTec is one of the leading manu-
facturers of these components. Electronics keep the world in
contact and in motion CeramTec advanced ceramics make
it possible that every-thing works the way we expect it to.
Medical Products Experts
Advanced ceramics are at work in a wide range of medical
devices, such as litho
tripters and ultrasonic cleaners or
in dental ceramics in the field of dentistry. Whats more,
CeramTec bioceramics help maintain and increase the quality
and knee joints. Biocompatible and e xtremely resilient ad-
vanced ceramics enable doctors to provide patients with op-
timum care and help patients master the challenges of every-
day life again. Today, every minute, a hip joint replacement
featuring BIOLOX components is implanted around the world.

Equipment and Mechanical Engineering Experts Automotive Industry Experts

CeramTec advanced ceramics make it possible to securely
control processes, reduce emissions and take responsible care
of our resources in many areas of chemicals and process en-
gineering. Highest wear resistance, temperature resistance
and high corrosion resistance make CeramTec advanced
ceramics a reliable alternative to other materials in equip-
ment, machine and plant engineering. Whether in chemical,
environmental or energy technology, in precision engineering
or in metal forming CeramTec products make a decisive
contribution to increasing the operating life and performance
capability of machines and plants. Metalworking is a good
example where high-performance machining with our SPK
cutting materials and tools offers high process
reliability
along with economic and efficient production by decisively
reducing production times and costs.
CeramTec advanced ceramics play a vital role in increasing
safety, cost-effectiveness and comfort in vehicle engineering.
Areas of application
Piezoceramic components act as sensors for electronic con-
advanced ceramics
trols and provide them with information on the vehicles en-
gine running smoothness, position and changes in direction. Chemicals and process engineering
Electronic components based on ceramic substrates react to  Equipment, machine and plant engineering
this information and control motor management, safety sys-   Energy supply and environmental technology
tems like ABS and ASR and release the airbag when neces- Metalworking
sary. In engines heat-resistant ceramic parts like valve compo- Recycling and processing
nents, backings in the crankshaft housing and components Sanitary fittings
for gasoline and water pumps ensure increased efficiency, Water treatment
less wear and lower noise emission. As a composite MMC Engine and turbine construction
Metal Matrix Ceramics open up new horizons in light metal Sensor and actuator technology
construction. And last but not least, modern LED lighting sys- Lighting systems
tems with ceramic components significantly improve visibility   Electronics and communications technology
and protective ceramics deliver the required safety. Medical devices
  Medical implants and prosthetics
Application Experts Divisions anD Subsidiaries

Comprehensive material, production and application expertise combined with over 100 years of experience make us the lead-
ing advanced ceramics specialist for every area of application. As part of an overall, user-oriented organization, independent
divisions at CeramTec are responsible for customer support in individual market segments. Every division represents a specific
range of services from development to production all the way to sales. For our customers, this means: proximity, flexible,
dynamic partners, a high level of expertise and rapid decisions.

The Divisions Product Portfolios

Chemical Applications
The division manufactures components especially designed to meet the
highest demands even under the most difficult working conditions in
the chemicals industry, in laboratory and environmental technology and
in foundries. Additional application areas include pyrometry, pharma-
ceuticals, temperature control technology, galvanic technology and cus-
tomized products. The division offers a wide range of ceramic materials
for these application areas including aluminum titanate paired with
comprehensive manufacturing and application engineering expertise and
a broad portfolio of forming and processing methods.

Electronic Applications Medical Products

As a manufacturer of substrates, circuit carriers and core materials made
of alumina and aluminum nitride, the division plays a crucial role in every
area of the electronics world. Components are highly versatile and enjoy
widespread use in almost all sectors of the industry from automotive
engineering to high-performance electronics and optoelectronics, aero-
space technology or telecommunications. Depending on the application,
components are laser treated, stamped, grooved, dry pressed, extruded
or film cast. In addition the division also offers heat-sinks and cooling ele-
ments for optimized thermal management and LED technology.
CeramTecs Medical Products division has set standards in the field of
endoprosthetics since the early 1970s with its BIOLOX components.
BIOLOX components for hip and knee joint replacements have been
implanted millions of times worldwide and help patients master the chal-
lenges of everyday life again. No other manufacturers material is used as
often for tribological pairing as BIOLOX ceramics. More than 11 million
BIOLOX components have been implanted since 1974.

Mechanical Applications Multifunctional Ceramics

Components from the division make a decisive contribution to extending
the service life and performance capability of machines and plants, espe-
cially whenever aggressive media and high temperatures are at play. This
is in part due to the tremendous wear resistance, temperature insensitiv-
ity and high corrosion resistance of the ceramic materials used such as
alumina, zirconium oxide, silicon nitride or silicon carbide. To learn more
about custom-tailored solutions for industrial applications and machine
and plant engineering, speak with the ceramics experts at CeramTecs
Mechanical Applications division.
Silicate ceramic insulation components, metalized alumina ceramics and
expertise in piezo-ceramics make the Multifunctional Ceramics division
your system partner for electronics and automotive engineering along
with many other areas of application. One of this divisions special areas
of expertise includes piezo-ceramics or functional ceramics in the form
of advanced piezo-ceramic components, which are indispensable in the
areas of sensor and actuator technology.

SPK Cutting Tools
Cutting ceramics and inserts made of ceramic cutting materials with
matching tools and clamping systems for turning, milling and boring
cast iron, hardened steels and materials that are very difficult to machine
make the CeramTec SPK Cutting Tools division the expert on productiv-
ity. The high-performance ceramic cutting materials, tools and clamping
systems are developed and produced in Ebersbach, Germany, where we
also design tailor-made products for customers. The division also boasts
its own test center, where custom solutions are developed for optimum,
cost-effective component machining.
Mechanical Systems
CeramTec Mechanical Systems division parts and components are used
in seal and regulator technology applications throughout the world.
From sanitary fixtures and household appliance engineering to automo-
tive engineering, ceramic seal and regulator discs and components for
pumps, roller bearings, valves and compressors play a key role in ensur-
ing smooth, low-maintenance operation of gas and liquid circuits. The
Ceramdisc and triduon brands prove CeramTec competency in sanitary
engineering.
The Subsidiarys Product Portfolios
CeramTec North America
Vacuum-tight electrical and optical
Ceramaseal components.
Divisions anD Subsidiaries
CeramTec-ETEC
CeramTec-ETEC is a CeramTec subsidiary headquartered in Lohmar,
Germany that offers solutions made from ALOTEC advanced ceramics
for wear and corrosion protection, ceramic armor for ballistic protection
of personnel, vehicles and assets, ALOSLIDE inrun track systems for ski
jumping events, and PERLUCOR transparent ceramics.
Emil Mller
Established in 1921 as a metal packaging manufacturer, Emil Mller
GmbH began manufacturing stamping and bending parts, garnering the
company a permanent position the automotive industry in the years the-
reafter. The company headquarters in Wilhermsdorf has been manufactu-
ring salt cores exclusively for piston manufacturing for over 25 years now
along with other casting components such as engine blocks and oil pans.
DAI Ceramics
Ceramic cores for precision casting applications.
 Divisions anD Subsidiaries

CeramTec Czech Republic CeramTec Malaysia

Seal and regulator discs for sanitary fittings and
devices, components for use in machine and
equipment engineering made from ROCAR
silicon carbide.
Dipping formers for manufacturing rubber
gloves for medical, industrial and household
use.

CeramTec China
Components for textile machinery, laser processing of substrates, seal
and regulator discs for fittings and devices.

CeramTec Korea
Lasered substrates.
Market Experts L o cati o n s

With a comprehensive range of products and services, the CeramTec Group satisfies the necessary prerequisites for playing an
active role in international markets. However, this also requires a local presence. In addition to locations in Germany, world-
wide subsidiaries, sales organizations, offices and trading partners ensure we are as close to our customers as possible.

Ceramtec Facts
China Korea Spain and Portugal
Over 100 years of experi-
ence in Advanced Ceramics CeramTec Suzhou CeramTec Korea CeramTec Ibrica
 More
 than 3,000 Suzhou Suwon City Vilassar de Mar/Barcelona
employees worldwide CeramTec www.ceramtec.kr www.ceramtec.es
www.ceramtec.cn
 Production
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subsidiaries in Europe, Marktredwitz
Asia and America Phone +49 9231 69-0 Brazil Malaysia Czech Republic
www.ceramtec.com/location/ CeramTec PST Press Sintertcnica Brasil CeramTec Malaysia CeramTec Czech Republic
marktredwitz Nova Odessa/Estado de So Paulo Seremban Sumperk
CeramTec-ETEC  Chemical Applications www.ceramtec.com.br www.ceramtec.my www.ceramtec.cz
Lohmar division
Phone +49 2205 9200-0 Electronic Applications France Mexico Turkey
www.ceramtec-etec.de division CeramTec Representation Office CeramTec PST Mexiko CeramTec Representation Office
M edical Products
Paris Puebla Istanbul
division
www.ceramtec.fr www.ceramtec.com.tr
Poland
Great Britain CeramTec PST Press + Sintertechnik USA
CeramTec Wittlich CeramTec Lauf CeramTec UK Gorzyce CeramTec North America
Mechanical
 Systems Phone +49 9123 77-0 Colyton Laurens, SC
division www.ceramtec.com/location/lauf www.ceramtec.co.uk Russia www.ceramtec.us
Multifunctional Ceramics CeramTec Representation Office
division India Moskau DAI Ceramics
CeramTec Ebersbach/Fils M  echanical Systems CeramTec India www.ceramtec.ru Willoughby, OH
Phone +49 7163 166-239 division Panaji, Goa www.daiceramics.com
www.ceramtec.com/location/ebersbach www.ceramtec.in Sweden
  SPK
 Cutting Tools division CeramTec Representation Office
CeramTec Plochingen Emil Mller Italy Gothenburg
Phone +49 7153 611-0 Wilhermsdorf CeramTec Commerciale Italiana www.ceramtec.se Detailed
contact information
www.ceramtec.com/location/plochingen Phone +49 9102 9935-35 Bergamo
is available at:
Medical Products division www.emil-mueller-gmbh.de www.ceramtec.it www.ceramtec.com/contact/
Mechanical Applications division
 Ceramic Materials Experts C e r amic mate r ia l s a n d thei r p r o pe r ties

Each application and each ceramic component places individual demands on the capabilities and properties of the material. Piezo-Ceramics Silicon Nitride
Therefore, the successful deployment of a product depends above all on selecting the correct material, fine-tuning it and de- Thanks to their unique, active properties, p
iezo-ceramics Silicon nitride materials are perfectly suited for manu-fac-
signing the component. This is the domain of the ceramic materials experts at CeramTec, who know the optimal advanced have already made their mark in a wide variety of appli- turing mechanically stressed components and for engine-
ceramic material for each requirement profile, and hence the optimal solution to the problem. cation areas. The piezo-ceramic manufacturing process specific appli
c ations, especially at high temperatures.
is specifically targeted to give these materials unusual They possess remarkable characteristics:
properties in these combinations, which enable piezo- H igh mechanical strength
ceramic components to:  H igh fracture toughness and impact resistance
 Transform pressure, expansion or acceleration into elec- E xcellent wear resistance
trical energy G ood thermal conductivity
 Transform electrical voltage into mechanical action or Very low thermal expansion
oscillation T hermal shock resistance
P iezo-ceramics are characterized by their high energy These characteristics and its low weight make silicon nitride
Temperature Thermal insulation Hardness and Bending fracture Corrosion resistance Electric insulation Chemical resistance Heat conductivity Piezoelectricity
resistance wear resistance andcompressive and biocompatibility and dielectric and thermal shock and dynamics density and efficiency. an excellent material choice for demanding applications.
strength strength resistance This is why components made of silicon nitride c eramics
Silicon Carbide are successfully used in various welding processes, for ex-
Alumina Aluminum Titanate Silicon carbide materials are extremely light but almost ample.
Alumina in its various levels of purity is p
robably the most This material is unique in that it does not expand, even at comparable to diamond in terms of hardness and temp-
important oxide ceramic material. CeramTec has a wide high temperatures. Components made of this material can erature resistance. Special characteristics include: Aluminum Nitride
range of
l ow-density and lightweight materials with a withstand even the most abrupt temperature changes of Very high hardness Among other applications, aluminum nitrides are suitable
variety of property combinations at its d
isposal: several hundred degrees without damage. Aluminum tita-  E xcellent corrosion resistance even at very high applica- for use as electrical
insulation materials in micro elec-
 H igh to extremely high mechanical strength nate is characterized by: tion temperatures tronics, as resonator materials in aluminum
m etal
lurgy
G ood thermal conductivity E xcellent thermal shock resistance T hermal shock resistance and in laser technology or as heat e xchangers. They are
H igh corrosion and wear resistance H igh thermal insulation Very high thermal conductivity (higher than steel) characterized by:
G ood gliding properties A low Youngs modulus L ow thermal expansion Very high thermal conductivity
Very good electrical insulation G ood chemical resistance  H igh wear resistance and very good g
liding properties H igh electrical insulation capacity
These properties make aluminum titanate especially ideal Silicon carbide masters corrosion, abrasion and erosion Favorable temperature cycle resistance
Zirconium Oxide for use in metallurgical m elting. as skillfully as it stands up to frictional wear. Components G ood metallization characteristics
Depending on their crystal structure, zirconium oxides can are used in chemical plants, mills, expanders and ex- L ow thermal expansion
exhibit pseudo-elastic reactions, thus enabling extremely Silicate Ceramics truders or as nozzles, for example. Silicon carbides non- Moreover, aluminum nitrides are used to make substrates
high component strengths. Alongside their e xcellent tri- Silicate ceramics are considered traditional materials and toxicological character makes it ideal for use in the food for semi-conductors and high-performance electronics.
bological properties with respect to friction and wear on exhibit the following outstanding properties: and beverage industry. Another typical application area
objects that move in opposite directions, zirconium oxides  Very good electrical and thermal insulation capacity for silicon carbide components is dynamic sealing tech- Metal-Ceramic Composites
also demonstrate: H igh temperature cycle resistance nology using friction bearings and mechanical seals, for Composite materials are required when using light metal
E xtraordinary fracture toughness  M inimal and/or predefined thermal e xpansion instance in pumps and drive systems. Compared to metals, components in stress conditions. For composite compo-
H igh wear resistance Corrosion resistance silicon carbide enables highly economical solutions with nents from metal and ceramics (Metal Matrix Composites,
H igh corrosion resistance These advantages and favorable processing conditions longer tool life when used with aggressive, high-temper- MMC or Ceramic Matrix Composites, CMC), a m etallic
L ow thermal conductivity make silicate ceramics highly economical solutions for in- ature media. Silicon carbide fittings are also excellently substrate is hardened with ceramic particles for reinforce-
A coefficient of expansion similar to steel sulation components for the electronics industry, for the suited for use in demanding conditions in chemical pro- ment. The low weight of the metal can thus be combined
This has helped zirconium oxides gain ground as structural automotive sector, for electrical, heating and lighting duction, energy technology, paper manufacturing and as with the resistance of ceramics under tribological, me-
materials for components subject to high stress: Wher- technology and for environmental, thermal, precision and pipe system components. chanical and thermal loads. Highly porous ceramic pre-
ever wear resistance, corrosion resistance or electrical and measurement technology. forms are infiltrated by the light metal during the casting
thermal insulation are required, zirconium oxide is the process and thus assure a seamless transition between
ideal material in machine and equipment engineering, metal and ceramic material. Wherever lightweight metal-
making it possible to develop new areas of use or replace lic components need to be reinforced or optimized, the
steel components. use of metal/ceramic c omposites is a technically and eco-
nomically attractive solution.
Experts for the Challenges T he f u t u r e i n s y stems , d e v e l o pme n t, p r o d u cti o n

of the Future

Continued miniaturization in electronics, innovative surface technologies, trends and developments in the healthcare,
neo-ecology (including regenerative energies), mobility and communications technology markets the challenges of the
future are multifaceted and demand innovative solutions. Advanced ceramic materials open up new, undreamed of pos-
sibilities for design engineers and de-velopers that take us to new dimensions. The experts at CeramTec help maximize the
potential of advanced ceramics. Their extensive experience makes them indispensable partners on the path to new solu-
tions and applications. They are specialists whose expertise ensures the greatest safety and probability of success in the
development process.

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Development Experts Systems Experts

Each field of application calls for its own development work
and close interaction among users, designers and ceramics
experts.
Basically everything is possible. Comprehensive technology
management controls the myriad research and development
facilities at CeramTec. Modern methods like design of experi-
ments and simulation techniques guarantee rapid develop-
ment times.
Experienced employees from the research, development and
application engineering departments are available right from
the start to help you realize your product ideas. Together
with your experts we engage in dialog to define the applica-
tion conditions, specification criteria and constructive prereq-
uisites and develop economical solutions. Our innovation
management delivers the expertise our customers need for
advanced solutions.
The only way to create true added value and achieve
success is to optimally integrate c eramic components within
the system as a whole. This is why the experts at CeramTec
do not think in terms of products, but rather in terms of sys-
tem solutions. Comprehensive expertise in connection and
integration technology creates economical, ceramics-orient-
ed solutions for every application. Continuous improvement
of functional safety, optimization of component resilience,
leveraging of savings potential and concentration on a single
system supplier makes our ceramics expertise a true advan-
tage for our customers.
Production Experts
The manufacturing and processing methods for advanced
ceramics are as varied as the options available for their use
and the precisely tuned materials. Every material, and every
component design requires individualized production tech-
nology. As production experts we have had over 100 years to
perfect these methods.
Monitored processes form the basis for production in which The book Technical Ceramics
customized prototypes are produced with the same precision CeramTec is a partner to the book and provides information,
and reliability as standard parts in mass production. Processes images and suggestions on this topic. The chapters cover a
like extrusion, pressing, injection and casting help form the number of subjects including a materials overview, the manu-
raw ceramic mass into complex geometries. Our furnaces facturing process, design and technical ceramics in applica-
produce high-quality products with fine crystal microstruc- tion, and offer detailed insight into the world of advanced
tures under predefined conditions. Taking into consideration ceramics.
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The final finishing process transforms raw ceramic products
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Quality Experts
As a specialist for the development, production and sale of
innovative products made from advanced ceramics, CeramTec
is committed to uncompromising quality in every area of busi-
ness. For CeramTec this means: Being a step ahead today in
order to meet our customers expectations tomorrow.
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