Reaction Bonded Boron Carbide
Composition
B4C
reaction bonded boron carbide
Reaction bonded boron carbide (B4C) is primarily used ballistic armor, providing excellent protection while reducing weight as compared to other armor materials.
Example Applications
- Ballistic armor components
- Neutron absorber
CoorsTek Formulations
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| Property | Units | Value |
|---|---|---|
Flexural Strength, MOR (20 °C) |
MPa |
250 |
Fracture Toughness, KIc |
MPa m1/2 |
3.0 - 4.0 |
Thermal Conductivity (20 °C) |
W/m K |
50 |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
1 x 10-6/°C |
4.5 |
Maximum Use Temperature |
°C |
1000 |
Dielectric Strength (6.35mm) |
ac-kV/mm |
- |
Dielectric Loss (tan δ) |
1MHz, 25 °C |
- |
Volume Resistivity (25°C) |
Ω-cm |
103 |
The information provided on this chart is for general material property reference only. The customer should recognize that exact properties of materials may vary according to product configuration but close control of values of most properties can be maintained, if specified. Nothing herein is provided, or is to be construed, as absolute engineering data or constituting a warranty or representation. Contact CoorsTek for cost-effective design, development and manufacturing assistance. CoorsTek has 300+ variations including various forming and firing processes, not all variants are represented in the present website.
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