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Meta Description: Discover durable, economical Silicon Carbide (SiC) heating elements for extreme environments up to 1550°C. Ideal for metallurgy, ceramics, glass, and lab equipment. Learn about specs, surface loads, and how to order.
Silicon Carbide (SiC) heating elements are premium non-metal electric heaters designed for extreme temperatures and harsh industrial environments. Manufactured from high-purity green silicon carbide, they are formed, siliconized, and recrystallized at high temperatures to deliver reliable, long-lasting performance. These elements are the go-to economical solution for demanding high-temperature applications.
Electronics Manufacturing
Metallurgical Processing
Aluminum & Zinc Industries
Ceramics & Porcelain Kilns
Float Glass Production
Optical Glass Manufacturing
Laboratory & Research Furnaces
Fluorescent Powder Processing
For optimal performance and lifespan, it is crucial to operate within recommended surface load limits based on your furnace atmosphere and temperature.
Atmosphere | Max. Furnace Temp. (°C) | Max. Surface Load (W/cm²) | Effect on SiC Element |
Ammonia (NH₃) | 1290 | 3.8 | Produces methane, damaging the protective SiO₂ layer. |
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) | 1450 | 3.1 | Corrosive to silicon carbide. |
Carbon Monoxide (CO) | 1370 | 3.8 | Carbon deposition can impair the SiO₂ layer. |
Halogen Gases | 704 | 3.8 | Highly corrosive; destroys SiO₂ layer. |
Hydrogen (H₂) | 1290 | 3.1 | Produces methane, damaging the protective SiO₂ layer. |
Nitrogen (N₂) | 1370 | 3.1 | Can form an insulating silicon nitride layer. |
Sodium Vapor | 1310 | 3.8 | Corrosive to silicon carbide. |
Silicon Dioxide | 1310 | 3.8 | Corrosive to silicon carbide. |
Oxygen / Air | 1310 | 3.8 | Oxidizes SiC (forms protective SiO₂ at correct temps). |
Water Vapor | 1090-1370 | 3.1-3.6 | Forms silicon hydrates, accelerating aging. |
Hydrocarbons | 1370 | 3.1 | Carbon pickup leads to "hot spot" failure. |
Please provide the following details for a quote or order:
Type: (e.g., Standard "U" Shape)
Outer Diameter (OD): in mm or inches.
Hot Zone Length (HZ): The heated section length.
Cold End Length (CZ): The unheated terminal section length.
Shank Spacing (A): Center-to-center distance between cold ends.
Overall Resistance: Rated resistance in ohms (Ω).
Ordering Example:
Specification: U-Type, 20mm OD, 300mm Hot Zone, 200mm Cold Ends, 60mm Shank Spacing, 1.84Ω Resistance.
Order Code: SiC U20/300/200/60/1.84Ω