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    Electrically-Insulating Boron Nitride Ceramic Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Electrically-Insulating Boron Nitride Ceramic Rods.
    Also known as white graphite, boron nitride ceramic is an excellent electrical insulator that is often used in high-temperature, high-power electrical applications, such as arc welding and semiconductor equipment. It's a low-friction material with a slippery feel.
    Temp.,
    ° F
    6" Lg.
    12" Lg.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Color
    Min.
    Max.
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Hardness
    Each
    Each
    1/8"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2100000084995K310000000
    1/4"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K220000084995K32000000
    3/8"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K230000084995K33000000
    1/2"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2400000084995K34000000
    3/4"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2500000084995K35000000
    1"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2600000084995K36000000
    1 1/4"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2800000084995K38000000
    1 1/2"0.000" to 0.020"White321,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000Knoop 19 HK 0.184995K2700000084995K37000000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Boron Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars

    Also known as white graphite, boron nitride ceramic is an excellent electrical insulator that is often used in high-temperature, high-power electrical applications, such as arc welding and semiconductor equipment. It's a low-friction material with a slippery feel.
    Sheets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Electrically-Insulating Boron Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars.
    5" Long
    6" Long
    12" Long
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Wd.
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Each
    Each
    Each
    1/16"-0.010" to 0.010"3"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K110000000———0———0
    1/8"-0.010" to 0.010"5"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000———084995K120000000———0
    1/4"-0.010" to 0.010"5"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000———0———084995K130000000
    3/8"-0.010" to 0.010"5"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000———084995K1400000084995K15000000
    1/2"-0.010" to 0.010"5"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,000———0———084995K1600000000
    Bars
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Electrically-Insulating Boron Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars.
    6" Long
    12" Long
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Wd.
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Each
    Each
    1/8"-0.010" to 0.010"1/8"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K4100000084995K51000000
    1/4"-0.010" to 0.010"1/4"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K420000084995K52000000
    3/8"-0.010" to 0.010"3/8"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K430000084995K53000000
    1/2"-0.010" to 0.010"1/2"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K4400000084995K54000000
    3/4"-0.010" to 0.010"3/4"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K4500000084995K55000000
    1"-0.010" to 0.010"1"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K6100000084995K71000000
    1 1/2"-0.010" to 0.010"1 1/2"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K6200000084995K72000000
    2"-0.010" to 0.010"2"White32 to 1,020SinteredElectrically Insulating1,2707%16,00084995K6300000084995K7300000000

    Additives and Fillers for Paints, Coatings, and Lubricants

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Additives and Fillers. Additives and Fillers for Paints, Coatings, and Lubricants.
    When mixed into coatings, resins, polymers, and metals, these fillers enhance strength, conductivity, lubricity, and other physical properties.
    Container
    Material
    Concentration
    Net
    Wt.
    Type
    Material
    Form
    Particle
    Size, μm
    CAS No.
    Each
    Boron Carbide97%1 lb.BottlePlasticPowder1 to 712069-32-81402N150000000
    Boron Nitride99.9%1.8 oz.JarPlasticPowder0.510043-11-51402N13000000

    Easy-Machine Aluminum Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars

    Drill and mill precisely shaped heat sinks and other electronic components that require thermal stability. Aluminum nitride is known for both drawing heat away from hot spots and blocking electrical currents. This blend—also known as Shapal Hi-M—includes boron nitride, making these sheets easier to machine than standard aluminum nitride. While the addition of boron nitride slightly decreases its heat transfer and electrically insulating properties, these sheets still perform better than other ceramics.
    As aluminum nitride heats up and cools down, it won't expand or contract, keeping its size and shape stable. It won't corrode from molten metal, so you can braze or solder this material to metal. Use it near lithium batteries and other chlorides without it corroding.
    Sheets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Easy-Machine Aluminum Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars.
    Temp.
    2" × 2"
    4" × 4"
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Color
    Min.
    Max.,
    ° F
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Hardness
    Each
    Each
    1/4"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386150N1100000006150N120000000
    1/2"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386150N130000006150N1400000000
     
    Bars
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Easy-Machine Aluminum Nitride Ceramic Sheets and Bars.
    Temp.
    1/4" × 6"
    3/8" × 6"
    1/2" × 6"
    5/8" × 6"
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Color
    Min.
    Max.,
    ° F
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Hardness
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    1/4"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386151N110000000———0———0———0
    3/8"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C38———06151N120000000———0———0
    1/2"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C38———0———06151N130000000———0
    5/8"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C38———0———0———06151N140000000
     

    Easy-Machine Aluminum Nitride Ceramic Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceramic. Easy-Machine Aluminum Nitride Ceramic Rods.
    Turn and drill intricate components such as heat sinks, fixture parts, and other electronics parts where thermal stability is important. Aluminum nitride both draws heat away from hot spots and blocks electrical currents. Also known as Shapal Hi-M, this blend includes boron nitride, so these rods are easier to machine than standard aluminum nitride. The addition of boron nitride slightly decreases heat transfer and electrically insulating properties; but this material still performs better than other ceramics.
    Aluminum nitride won’t expand or contract as it heats up and cools down—its size and shape remains stable. Braze or solder this material to metal—it won't corrode from molten metal. You can use this material near lithium batteries and other chlorides without it corroding.
    Temp.
    6" Lg.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Color
    Min.
    Max.,
    ° F
    Fabrication
    Performance
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Porosity
    Compressive
    Strength, psi
    Hardness
    Each
    3/8"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386149N110000000
    1/2"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386149N12000000
    5/8"-0.005" to 0.005"BeigeNot Rated3,400Hot Rolled, SinteredEasy Machine, Electrically Insulating1,6500%140,000Rockwell C386149N13000000
     

    Non-Bonding Heat Transfer Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thermal Paste. Non-Bonding Heat Transfer Compounds.
    Also known as thermal paste, these boron-nitride compounds increase heat transfer between parts while preventing them from sticking. Unlike antiseize compounds, they don't conduct electricity, so you won't risk shorting out sensitive electronics. They're often used on thermocouple probes to improve accuracy. You can also use them in 3D printer heating blocks and other high-temperature areas to keep parts from fusing together.
    Container
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Chemical
    Max.
    Temp.
    Thermal Conductivity
    @ Temp.
    Color
    Includes
    For Use On
    For Use With
    Each
    0.2SyringeBoron Nitride1,562° F
    850° C    		31.4 W/(m⋅°C) @ 212° FWhiteThree Applicator Brushes3D Printer Extruder Heating Elements, Electrical ComponentsAluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium3715N11000000
    1SyringeBoron Nitride1,562° F
    850° C    		31.4 W/(m⋅°C) @ 212° FWhite—3D Printer Extruder Heating Elements, Electrical ComponentsAluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium3715N1200000
     

    Bearing Grease

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease. Bearing Grease, Tube.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease. Bearing Grease, Grease Gun Cartridge.

    Tube

    Grease

    Gun

    Cartridge

    This grease is wear resistant for use in a wide range of bearing types.
    Grease lubricates most efficiently within the listed temperature range.
    Chemours—Chemours Krytox™ grease is long lasting with an indefinite shelf life.
    Krytox™ XHT-BDX—Krytox™ XHT grease can be used at extremely high temperatures.
    Boron Nitride Thickener—Grease with boron nitride thickener has excellent heat resistance and good moisture and oxidation resistance.
    2 NLGI Grade—NLGI 2 is about the consistency of peanut butter.
    Nonmelting—Nonmelting grease can be used at temperatures above the maximum temperature briefly, but then will break down more quickly.
    Melting Temperature—Melting temperature is the point at which grease will fail and run out of equipment, leaving it to run dry.
    Container
    Temp.,
    ° F
    NLGI Consistency
    Grade
    Base Oil
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Min.
    Max.
    Melting
    Temp.
    Color
    Each
    Chemours Krytox™ XHT-BDX—Boron Nitride Thickener
    2
    		Synthetic Oil2Tube5660Not RatedWhite10195K220000000
    2
    		Synthetic Oil8Tube5660NonmeltingWhite10195K24000000
    2
    		Synthetic Oil14Grease Gun Cartridge5660NonmeltingWhite10195K4400000000
     
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