Diamond Hard Alumina Ceramic Zirconia Grinding Balls For Paint & Pigment Grinding
Product Description
Diamond-Hard Zirconia Balls: Superior Fracture Toughness – Ideal for Paint & Pigment Grinding
Understanding Zirconia Balls
Key Properties of Zirconia Balls
- High Density: With a density ranging from 5.65 to 6.05 g/cm³, zirconia balls provide significant shearing force, enhancing grinding efficiency.
- Superior Hardness: Their Vickers hardness ranges from 1200 to 1450 HV, making them one of the hardest grinding media available.
- Fracture Toughness: Zirconia balls exhibit a fracture toughness of 6-10 MPa·m1/2, ensuring they withstand the rigors of high-energy milling.
- Chemical Resistance: These balls resist corrosion from acids, alkalis, and salts, maintaining their integrity in various chemical environments.
- Non-Toxic and Pollution-Free: Zirconia balls are non-toxic, making them suitable for applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Applications of Zirconia Balls in Paint and Pigment Grinding
Advantages in Paint and Pigment Grinding
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High Grinding Efficiency: The high density and hardness of zirconia balls result in faster grinding speeds and finer particle sizes, essential for producing high-quality paints and pigments.
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Minimal Contamination: Thanks to their wear resistance and chemical inertness, zirconia balls prevent contamination of the ground material, ensuring the purity of paints and pigments.
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Long Service Life: Zirconia balls last significantly longer than other grinding media, reducing the frequency of media replacement and downtime.
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Versatility: Suitable for various milling equipment, including ball mills and sand mills, zirconia balls can handle high-viscosity and high-hardness materials.
Why Choose Zirconia Balls Over Other Grinding Media?
- Durability: Zirconia balls have a service life that is 8 times longer than zirconium silicate beads and 50 times longer than glass beads.
- Impact Resistance: They exhibit high impact resistance, reducing the risk of breakage during high-speed milling.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Although initially more expensive, the long lifespan and reduced contamination make zirconia balls a cost-effective choice in the long run.

| Diameter(mm) | Each ball weight(g) | 100g balls qty(pcs) |
| 1 | 0.00314 | 31847 |
| 2 | 0.02512 | 3981 |
| 3 | 0.08478 | 1180 |
| 4 | 0.20096 | 498 |
| 5 | 0.3925 | 255 |
| 6 | 0.67824 | 147 |
| 7 | 1.07702 | 93 |
| 8 | 1.60768 | 62 |
| 10 | 3.14 | 32 |
| 12 | 5.42592 | 18 |
| 15 | 10.5975 | 9 |
| 20 | 25.12 | 4 |
●Chemical Composition:
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Composition |
ZrO2 |
Y2O3 + Others |
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Content % |
94.6 |
5.4 |
●Physical Properties:
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Specific Gravity g/cm3 |
Bulk Density kg/L |
Hardness Mohs |
Hardness Hv |
Fracture Toughness MPam1-2 |
Crushing Load Kg.f (Φ0.3mm) |
Grain size um |
Sphericity (%) |
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≥6.03 |
≥ 3.76 |
9 |
≥1210 |
9 |
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≤0.3 |
≥98 |
40times under microscope for 0.3mm YSZ ball


● Inner structure:
● Size distribution:
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product name: |
Yttria stabilized zirconia bead |
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Φ0.3mm |
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0.29 |
0.3 |
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0.32 |
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●Features:
It has high density and hardness, making it suitable for high-quality products, such as ceramic inking, automobile, paints and coating.
It is suitable for high-efficiency horizontal mills and basket mills.
Low contamination of the milling product.
It is suitable for industries requiring nano-sized particles.
●Pakage:
25KG/Plastic Drum, 800-1000KG/Pallet with shrink wrapped
●Storage:
The grinding media should be stored in a dry and clean place.
Factory equipment
Exhibition & Partner
Case
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FAQ
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How do I store zirconia grinding beads?
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Store them in a dry, clean environment to prevent contamination or moisture absorption.
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What is the cost of zirconia grinding beads?
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They are more expensive than other grinding media due to their superior properties, but their durability and efficiency often justify the cost.
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Can zirconia beads cause contamination?
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They are highly wear-resistant, but prolonged use may cause minimal wear. Regular inspection is recommended to avoid contamination.
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What industries use zirconia grinding beads?
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They are used in pharmaceuticals, paints, coatings, ceramics, electronics, and nanotechnology industries.
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