FEPA F16 Black Silicon Carbide Abrasive Grit - 98% SiC Content, Mohs 9 Hardness for Industrial Grinding and Polishing
High-purity black silicon carbide manufactured through electric resistance furnace processing at 1800°C, delivering exceptional hardness and thermal properties for demanding industrial applications.
Black Silicon Carbide (SiC) is a synthetic mineral produced by fusing quartz sand and anthracite/petroleum coke in electric resistance furnaces at temperatures exceeding 1800°C. This manufacturing process creates a material with superior hardness, thermal conductivity, and mechanical strength ideal for abrasive applications.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| True Gravity | ≥3.15 g/cm³ |
| Bulk Density | 1.20-1.60 g/cm³ |
| Mohs Hardness | ≥9 |
| Color | Black |
| Melting Point | 2700°C |
| Available Sizes | F8-F220 |
| Silicon Carbide Content | 98% |
- Casting sand and foundry applications for metal processing
- Wear-resistant flooring and abrasion-resistant laminate surfaces
- Sand blasting, polishing, and surface etching on metal and non-metal substrates
- Free grinding and precision polishing of various metal and non-metal components
- Refractory materials and high-end ceramic manufacturing
- Foam ceramics, automotive parts, aviation components, and deoxidizer applications
Black Silicon Carbide F16 grit delivers exceptional cutting performance with minimal thermal expansion, ensuring consistent results across various industrial processes. The material's high thermal conductivity prevents heat buildup during grinding operations, while its 98% purity guarantees reliable performance in critical applications.
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