What are SiC plates?
SiC plates are hard ceramic wear-protection components made from reaction-bonded silicon carbide (RBSiC / SiSiC), used to protect equipment from abrasive and impact wear. Reaction-bonded SiC delivers density ≈ 3.1 g/cm³, hardness ≈ 2500 HV and service to ~1380°C with strong acid/alkali resistance. In mining, cement, steel, power-plant ash handling, chemical processing and lithium-battery material plants, they extend equipment life and cut maintenance.
What are SiC plates used for?
They line chutes, hoppers, bunkers, mills, pulleys and conveyor transfer points where bulk solids or slurry scour metal away. Typical users are mining, cement, steel, power-plant ash handling, chemical processing and lithium-battery material plants.
What material and properties make SiC plates effective?
Reaction-bonded SiC delivers density ≈ 3.1 g/cm³, hardness ≈ 2500 HV and service to ~1380°C with strong acid/alkali resistance. These properties let SiC plates outlast steel and rubber in abrasive service.
Why choose SiC plates over steel or rubber alternatives?
SiC plates beat alumina ceramic on abrasive duties: steel erodes in months and can contaminate product, while rubber gouges under lump impact. SiC plates hold dimension, cut downtime and typically last 5–10× longer in mining, cement, steel, power-plant ash handling, chemical processing and lithium-battery material plants.
How do I select and specify SiC plates?
Pick tile grade (92%/95%/99% alumina, ZTA or SiC) and backing (steel-stud, rubber-embedded or adhesive) to your wear mode, then send equipment drawings so FIRSTAR supplies matched tiles or panels.
Can SiC plates be installed on curved surfaces?
Yes. Mosaic and hex ceramic mats conform to curved chutes, pipes and cones, while flat tiles suit hoppers and bins. FIRSTAR provides the right shape and backing for your profile.
