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ZTA Composite Zirconia Toughened Alumina Grinding Balls Pebbles Impact Resistance

ZTA Composite Zirconia Toughened Alumina Grinding Balls Pebbles Impact Resistance

ZTA Composite Alumina Grinding Balls

Zirconia Toughened Alumina Grinding Balls

Zirconia alumina pebbles

Place of Origin:

China

Brand Name:

Zhongli

Certification:

CE ISO

Model Number:

AGB-01

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Product Details
Hardness:
9 Mohs
Packing Density:
3.6-3.8 G/cm3
Water Absorption:
≤0.01%
Thermal Expansion Coefficient:
5x10^-6/℃
Size:
1mm-50mm
Shape:
Spherical
Material:
Alumina
Chemical Resistance:
Excellent
Crushing Strength:
≥2000N
Density:
3.6-3.9 G/cm3
Thermal Conductivity:
Low
Abrasion Resistance:
Excellent
Usage:
Grinding And Milling Applications
Color:
White
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ZTA Composite Alumina Grinding Balls

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Zirconia Toughened Alumina Grinding Balls

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Zirconia alumina pebbles

Payment & Shipping Terms
Minimum Order Quantity
1kg
Packaging Details
plastic + barrel
Delivery Time
within 15 days
Payment Terms
L/C,T/T,Western Union
Supply Ability
40-200ton per month
Product Description

Product Description

ZTA Composite Balls: Zirconia-Toughened Alumina for Impact Resistance

 

Introduction

 

In the ever-evolving world of advanced materials, Zirconia-Toughened Alumina (ZTA) composite balls have emerged as a game-changer, especially in applications requiring high impact resistance. These innovative materials combine the strengths of alumina and zirconia, resulting in superior toughness and wear resistance. 

 

Understanding Zirconia-Toughened Alumina

 

Zirconia-Toughened Alumina (ZTA) is a composite material that integrates alumina and zirconia to enhance mechanical strength and fracture toughness. This combination leverages alumina's hardness and thermal stability with zirconia's superior fracture toughness, creating a material that is not only robust but also versatile across different applications.

 

Key Properties of ZTA

 

  • Increased Fracture Toughness: ZTA exhibits remarkable fracture toughness compared to other alumina-based materials, making it ideal for components subjected to impact loading.
  • Excellent Wear Resistance: The sintering process of ZTA results in a smooth microstructure, providing superior wear performance.
  • Good Thermal Conductivity: ZTA materials efficiently dissipate heat generated by friction, enhancing their durability in high-temperature applications.

 

Applications of ZTA Composite Balls

 

ZTA composite balls are extensively used in various industrial applications due to their enhanced impact resistance and wear properties. Here are some key applications:

 

Industrial Grinding

 

ZTA composite balls have revolutionized grinding media, offering 2 to 15 times better wear resistance than high alumina media. They are effectively used in vertical mills, horizontal mills, agitated media mills, and stirred media mills, providing superior performance and cost savings.

 

Mining and Mineral Processing

 

In mining operations, ZTA composite balls improve grinding efficiency, reduce contamination, and ensure longer product life cycles. Their high impact strength makes them suitable for both wet and dry grinding processes.

 

Manufacturing and Electronics

 

ZTA's toughness and chemical inertness make it ideal for cutting tools, bearings, pumps, and fluid management components. Their ability to withstand stress and resist chemical corrosion ensures reliability in demanding manufacturing environments.

 

Medical and Aerospace

 

Due to their biocompatibility and thermal resistance, ZTA composite balls are used in medical applications, including dental and orthopedic implants. In aerospace, their durability and stability under thermal stress are crucial for performance and safety.

 

Advantages of ZTA Composite Balls

 

Superior Mechanical Properties

 

ZTA composite balls boast exceptional mechanical properties, including high hardness, flexural strength, and compressive strength. These attributes make them suitable for applications where durability and impact resistance are paramount.

 

Cost-Effective Solution

 

By incorporating zirconia into alumina, ZTA provides a cost-effective alternative to pure zirconia, addressing both performance and economic considerations. This makes ZTA an attractive choice for industries looking to optimize costs without compromising quality.

 

Customizable Composition

 

The zirconia content in ZTA can be tailored to meet specific application requirements, allowing for customization of properties such as toughness and thermal expansion. This flexibility ensures that ZTA can be adapted to diverse industrial needs.

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Chemical Composition:

Composition

Al2O3

SIO2

CaO+MgO

Fe2O3

Wt%

≥92

7 max

≤2

0.1

 

Typical Properties:

Specific Gravity

g/cm3

Bulk Density kg/L

Hardness

Moh’s

Water Absorption

%

Self wearing loss %(24hrs)

Compression

Mpa

3.65

2.2

9

0.01

≤0.012

2000

 

  

 Sizes Φ:   

Size(mm)

Size(mm)

Size(mm)

Size(mm)

0.5-1.0

6.0

20.0

70.0

1.0

8.0

25.0

80.0

2.0

10.0

30.0

90.0

3.0

13.0

40.0

100.0

4.0

15.0

50.0

 

5.0

18.0

60.0

 

 

1. Mechanical & Physical Properties

Property Alumina (92%) Alumina (99%) Zirconia Steel Silica Sand
Density (g/cm³) 3.6 3.9 6.0 7.8 2.2
Hardness (Mohs/HV) 9 (~1,500 HV) 9 (~1,800 HV) 8.5 6-7 7
Wear Rate (g/ton) 10–50 5–20 1–5 100+ 300+
Compressive Strength 2,000 MPa 2,500 MPa 2,200 MPa 500 MPa Low

Key Takeaways:

  • 99% Alumina offers 30% lower wear than 92% grade.
  • 2–5x longer lifespan vs. steel in abrasive slurries.
  • Harder than zirconia but less tough (ideal for fine grinding).

2. Chemical & Thermal Resistance

Property Alumina (99%) Performance Impact
Chemical Inertness Resists pH 1–14 Safe for acids/alkalis, pharmaceuticals.
Max Temperature 1,600°C Stable in kilns, calcination.
Thermal Shock Moderate Avoid rapid quenching (>200°C/min).
Contamination Risk None Zero metal ions (critical for Li-ion batteries).

Vs. Competitors:

  • Beats steel in corrosion resistance.
  • Outperforms silica sand in wear & consistency.

3. Grinding Efficiency

  • Particle Size Reduction: Achieves sub-micron fineness (D50 < 1µm) in wet/dry mills.
  • Speed: Higher density (vs. silica) improves kinetic energy transfer.
  • Consistency: Uniform shape/size prevents clogging in bead mills.

Best For:

  • High-purity materials (e.g., ceramics, electronics powders).
  • Slurry processing (paints, dyes).

4. Industry-Specific Performance

Industry Benefit of Alumina Balls
Mining 50% lower replacement cost vs. steel in ore grinding.
Pharma FDA-compliant, no endotoxin release.
Batteries Prevents Fe/Ni contamination in cathode materials.
Paints Maintains color purity (no metal leaching).

5. Cost vs. Lifetime Analysis

Media Type Cost per kg Lifespan (hours) Cost per Ton Ground
Alumina (92%) $5–10 2,000–3,000 $0.50–1.00
Steel $2–4 500–800 $2.00–4.00
Zirconia $50–100 5,000+ $0.20–0.50

Trade-Off:

  • Alumina balances cost and performance – Ideal when zirconia is over-spec.

Performance Summary: Why Choose Alumina?

✅ Cost-Effective: 3x cheaper than zirconia for moderate abrasion.
✅ High-Purity: 99.9% Al₂O₃ for sensitive applications (e.g., pharma).
✅ Versatile: Works in ball/attritor/planetary mills.
✅ Low Maintenance: Non-corrosive, easy to clean.

Limitations:

  • Not for high-impact milling (e.g., hammer mills).
  • Thermal shock risk in rapid cooling applications.

Need Custom Alumina Balls?

We supply:

  • Sizes: 1mm–50mm (±0.01mm tolerance).
  • Grades: 92%, 95%, 99%, ZTA-composite.
  • Certifications: ISO 9001, RoHS, FDA (for pharma).

 

Package: 

25KG/woven bag,1000KG-1250KG for one pallet with shrink wrapped

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Factory equipment

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Exhibition & Partner

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Case

 

Ship to UAE

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Ship to Netherland

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FAQ

  1. What are alumina ceramic balls made of?

    • They are made from aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃), a high-purity ceramic material known for its hardness and wear resistance.

  2. What are the key properties of alumina ceramic balls?

    • High hardness, excellent wear resistance, chemical stability, high-temperature resistance (up to 1600°C), and electrical insulation.

  3. What are alumina ceramic balls used for?

    • They are used as grinding media, bearing components, valve balls, and in applications requiring wear resistance and chemical inertness.

  4. Why choose alumina balls over steel or other ceramics?

    • They offer superior wear resistance, chemical stability, and are lighter than steel, making them ideal for specific applications.

  5. What sizes are available for alumina ceramic balls?

    • Sizes typically range from 1mm to several inches, depending on the application.

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