Alumina (Aluminum Oxide or Al₂O₃) is an excellent electrical insulator and one of the most widely used advanced ceramic materials.  Additionally, it is extremely resistant to wear and corrosion.  Alumina components are used in a wide range of applications such as electronics, pump components and automotive sensors. 

Alumina components can be formed by a variety of manufacturing techniques such as uni-axial pressing, isostatic pressing, injection molding and extrusion.  Finishing can be accomplished by precision grinding and lapping, laser machining and a variety of other processes.

The alumina components produced by Elan Technology are suitable for metallization in order to create a component that is easily brazed with many materials in subsequent operations.  Elan Technology offers a range of alumina compositions to meet your most demanding applications.

Overview of Physical Properties

• Good electrical insulation
• High mechanical strength
• Excellent wear resistance
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Low dielectric constant

Overview of Applications

• Pump seals and other components
• Wear resistant inserts
• Insulating washers or bushings
• Semiconductor components
• Aerospace components
• Automotive sensors
• Electrical or electronic insulators