Kyocera Fineceramics Nordic AB

Sidst opdateret: 25.08 2021

Kyocera Fineceramics manufactures high-tech ceramic products for applications with complex and demanding requirements profiles. An interesting and constantly growing area is sensor technology, where the use of ceramic sensor components is increasingly required due to the surrounding environment and application parameters. As an example, can be mentioned:

Microwave and radar sensors for non-contact measurement: Areas of application for KYOCERA Fineceramic's ceramic products in sensor systems for e.g., material analysis or as windows and antennas in level measuring equipment are constantly rising. Because of its optical properties and the stable dielectric constant, the microwaves can be better focused with KYOCERAS alumina materials AL23 and AL23hf compared to other materials such as glass or plastic. As a result, much smaller components can also be realized.

Capacitive level measuring instruments and systems: Ceramic sensor parts and sensor rings in materials F99.7 (Al2O3) and FZM (ZrO2), partially metallized and soldered, for capacitive measurement of ambient media, have been developed for very interesting and successful applications. These so-called multiphase instruments are used in pressure ranges up to <1000 bar in the offshore and underwater industry and thus enable measurement of the content of various substances in liquid and gaseous media.

Ceramic flow meters / liners: Sintered platinum electrodes for magnetic inductive flow meters (MID), have been developed through a close collaboration between KYOCERA Fineceramics and the instrument manufacturer. These products are characterized by accurate measurement results and high reliability e.g., in plants for filling and dosing chemical liquids, food and pharmaceuticals and in the oil and gas industry.

Pressure sensors: Measuring cells in Kyocera Fineceramic's alumina material F99.7 for various pressure sensors are currently used in temperature ranges from -50 to + 150 ° C and at pressures up to several 100 bar (depending on design). The membranes can be manufactured with a thickness of 0.2 mm and with a diameter of up to 80 mm. Glass solder or active solder is used to connect the round ceramic membrane and the ceramic support body. The material for the electrode is customer-specific and is selected according to the customers' wishes. The measuring cells are used with great success in the chemical industry, in the food and pharmaceutical industry, petrochemicals and in space technology.

Oxygen measuring probes: Due to its special structure, zirconia FZY is an excellent material for measuring the oxygen content of gases, melts and for controlling combustion, carbonation and glass melting processes. These sensors also have an important function for measuring the oxygen content of food production and packaging processes of food.

The ceramic materials used in sensor applications are characterized by:

• Low hysteresis on the food signal with tolerances in ranges of 0.05%, resulting in high reproducibility of the measurement result

• High pressure and temperature resistance

• Very good dimensional stability

• High resistance to corrosive, abrasive and erosive attacks

• KYOCERA ceramic materials are FDA - Food & Drug Administration and USP Class VI qualified

• With ceramic sensor components, smaller sensors can be built

Through constant further development of materials and products in close collaboration with its customers, KYOCERA Fineceramic achieves optimal and reliable product solutions.

The products are manufactured by KYOCERA Fineceramics Solutions GmbH, Mannheim and KYOCERA Fineceramics, Japan, which has over 60 years of experience in the production and development of high-performance technical ceramics. KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB is responsible for sales, marketing and technical advice in Northern Europe

For more information contact:

KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB

Axeltorv 12, 2

SK-4700 Næstved

Telefon: +45 2037 0336

E-mail: cornelia.f.sundberg@kyocera-solutions.se

www.kyocera-solutions.se

Sidst opdateret: 25.08 2021

Kyocera Fineceramics manufactures high-performance ceramic products for applications with complex and demanding requirements for the workpieces. An interesting and constantly increasing area is ceramic bearings for magnetically driven mixers which are revolutionizing the production of medicines and food.

With a magnetic coupling as a sealing system and ceramic bearings, it provides a reliable and unproblematic sterilization and bacteria-free operation. In addition, the components guarantee long life and meet the highest FDA safety standards.

KYOCERA Fineceramics has successfully strengthened the development of plain bearings, especially for magnetically driven mixers. Based on universal expertise, KYOCERA offers various ceramic materials for the bearing components. All KYOCERA materials and products are produced within the KYOCERA Group, which guarantees complete traceability of materials. This is especially important in the production of medicines and food. The male bearing and the female bearing are usually made of different materials for the best performance, but they can also be made of the same material if required. The materials in both components match perfectly with each other against the strict tolerances and surface requirements. Thanks to modern and reliable machines and facilities, a high quality surface can be achieved, with minimal friction in operating mode and with reduced risk of breakage during dry driving.

The key components of magnetically driven mixers and stirrers are ceramic plain bearings that are in direct contact with the product to be mixed. Friction wear, temperature changes and corrosive attacks determine the choice of material for these highly loaded components. Usually, the male bearing is made of zirconia and the female bearing is made of silicon carbide. The static, robust male bearing is attached to the tank plate of the mixer tank, and the rotating female bearing is integrated in the mixer head. The male bearing in zirconia has high mechanical strength and is thus highly resistant to vibrations, shocks and damage in the event of a sudden collapse or when mounting and dismounting the mixer. The female bearing of silicon carbide provides superior abrasion resistance and the best surface finish.

In the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and in the food industry, several substances are mixed as powders and liquids for use in aseptic equipment. Therefore, it requires complete sterility for all mechanical components in such equipment. In this type of application, magnetic mixers are usually used where there is no mechanical connection between the motor and the rotor of the stirrer and the torque is transmitted by means of a magnetic field. Magnetic mixers without mechanical seals, e.g. gaskets for slip sealing, minimizes the risk of contamination of the final product.

The hardness of KYOCERA Fineceramic's plain bearings ensures long life and no particle pollution. Thanks to the sterility of the ceramics and the fact that the ceramic is inert, the tank remains clean. Ceramic bearings require no additional lubrication. High resistance to temperature variations in both ceramic items, enables the use of cleaning and sterilization on site (CIP / SIP).

All materials used for KYOCERA bearings meet current FDA requirements and USP Class VI classifications.

Through constant further development of materials and products in close collaboration with its customers, KYOCERA Fineceramic achieves optimal and reliable product solutions.

The products are manufactured by KYOCERA Fineceramics Solutions GmbH, Mannheim and KYOCERA Fineceramics Precisions GmbH, Selb. KYOCERA has more than 60 years of experience in the production and development of high-performance technical ceramics. KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB is responsible for sales, marketing and technical advice in Northern Europe.

For further information contact:

KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB

Axeltorv 12, 2TV

DK-4700 Næstved

Phone: +45 2037 0336

Email: info@kyocera-solutions.se

www.kyocera-solutions.se

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Sidst opdateret: 25.08 2021

Pistons made from KYOCERA Fineceramic's high-purity ceramic materials F99.7, FZT, FZM or FZM / K are used to transport liquids, both liquid and highly viscous substances also containing abrasive particles. The ceramic pistons are also very suitable for high pressure applications, such as water cutting, as high wear resistance and optimal sliding properties ensure long operating times.

KYOCERA Fineceramic's high-pressure ceramic pistons have long been used with great success, e.g. in:

• Water cutting machines

• Desalination plants

• Recirculation system for filtration, cooling and rinsing

• Homogenization machines

The advantages of KYOCERA's ceramic flasks are:

• Extremely good wear resistance

• Optimal sliding properties (Ra <0.05 )m)

• Pressure resistance up to 10,000 bar

• Operating times of more than 2,000 hours at 3,000 bar

• Lighter than pistons in metal or cemented carbide

Of course, KYOCERA Fineceramics also has extensive knowledge and experience of ceramic piston and cylinder units for dosing or filling liquids. Here, too, you reach the finest surfaces with high precision. The pistons fit into the cylinders with clearances of 2 - 5 µm.

The products are manufactured by KYOCERA Fineceramics Solutions GmbH, Mannheim, which has over 150 years of experience in ceramic manufacturing. Sold and marketed in northern Europe by KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB, Sweden/Denmark.

For yderlige informationer kontakt:

KYOCERA Fineceramics Nordics AB                                                  

Axeltorv 12, 2TV                                                              

DK-4700 Næstved                                                           

Telefon: +45 2037 0336                                                   

E-Mail: info@kyocera-solutions.se                                   

www.kyocera-solutions.se