Ceramic can be used where other materials fail

Innovative High-tech Ceramic Components.

Ceramic can be used where other materials fail.

A unique material.

maxon develops and manufactures customizable CIM (Ceramic Injection Moulding) components in Sexau in the south-west of Germany. Our development and engineering program is based on more than 20 years experience in Powder Injection Moulding (PIM) and we work with the most up-to-date CAD technology and finite element calculation. Thanks to CIM, maxon is well-placed to produce highly complex ceramic components - providing extreme precision and supreme quality.

The advantages of ceramic as a material

  • Extremely high wear-resistance and hardness
  • Excellent sliding characteristics
  • Mechanical strength
  • Long service life
  • High temperature resistance
  • Outstanding insulation properties
  • Outstanding insulation properties
  • High corrosion and chemical resistance
  • Biocompatible
  • Low specific weight

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Scope of applications CIM (Ceramic Injection Moulding)

Clock technology

The small components of a clock mechanism have to be constructed with the utmost precision to ensure reliability. With ceramic components the intermeshing parts will maintain the same level of precision for generations to come.

Medical technology

Medical technology places particularly high demands on the materials used in medical devices (e.g. endoscopes): Only optically perfect, high quality, reliable components make the grade. In addition, materials must also be biocompatible and resistant to bodily fluids.

Measurement technology

Ceramic withstands adverse conditions. When used in sensor housings, it demonstrates resistance to high temperatures, abrasive gas flow dust, and chemically aggressive condensate. Its low thermal conduction protects the electronics inside the sensors. Its passive behavior in electrical and magnetic fields allows electronic sensors to be deployed.

Industrial automation

Machine and plant availability is extremely important in the industrial sector. Ceramic impresses here with its hardness, stability, wear-resistance and outstanding sliding characteristics. A prime example of this is maxon's ceramic spindle with its cgs (ceramic glide surface). Sockets/connectors, guides, axles and shafts are also typical ceramic insert elements. The chemically resistant and non-magnetic material can also be used where other materials reach their limits.

Audio technology

Ceramic surfaces impress with their scratch-resistance and surface shine. Its low thermal conduction means ceramic is warm and pleasant to the touch. The continuous development of our forming and polishing processes achieves a very special combination of aesthetics and functionality. Ceramic housings protect the high-quality technology inside and present a high-quality exterior which lasts.

There are no compromises in the pursuit of the perfect listening experience: All the elements need to work in perfect harmony. Our ceramic components are ideal for innovative customised turntable bearings. The use of ceramics means that challenges such as magnetic fields and precision radial run-out are easily overcome. The demands in the high-end range are extremely high: Extreme precision and the highest quality in materials, manufacture and surface finishes always come first. Smooth working relationships based on trust are paramount in ensuring a first-class high-end product.

Drive technology

In drive technology, the limitations of traditional materials can become evident, depending on the application involved. So, for example, customised underwater drives require salt water resistant materials.



Products & solutions

Clock technology

Components for mechanical clockwork

The small components of a clock mechanism have to be constructed with the utmost precision to ensure reliability. With ceramic components the intermeshing parts will maintain the same level of precision for generations to come.

Ceramic components for automatic clockwork

- Extreme precision
- For generations to come
- High degree of wear-resistance
- Dependable serial production
- Completely non-magnetic

Measurement technology

Sensor housing for flow meters

Ceramic withstands adverse conditions. When used in sensor housings, it demonstrates resistance to high temperatures, abrasive gas flow dust, and chemically aggressive condensate. Its low thermal conduction protects the electronics inside the sensors. Its passive behavior in electrical and magnetic fields allows electronic sensors to be deployed.

- High resistance to extreme conditions
- Low thermal conduction
- Passive behavior in electrical and magnetic fields
- Avoids maintenance costs and oncosts

Audio technology

Housings for high-tech in-ear headphones

Ceramic surfaces impress with their scratch-resistance and surface shine. Its low thermal conduction means ceramic is warm and pleasant to the touch. The continuous development of our forming and polishing processes achieves a very special combination of aesthetics and functionality. Ceramic housings protect the high-quality technology inside and present a high-quality exterior which lasts.

- Perfect surface finish
- Scratch-resistant for a long service life
- Low thermal conduction for pleasant user comfort
- Optimal acoustic properties

Audio technology

Bearings for high-end record players

There are no compromises in the pursuit of the perfect listening experience: All the elements need to work in perfect harmony. Our ceramic components are ideal for innovative customised turntable bearings. The use of ceramics means that challenges such as magnetic fields and precision radial run-out are easily overcome. The demands in the high-end range are extremely high: Extreme precision and the highest quality in materials, manufacture and surface finishes always come first. Smooth working relationships based on trust are paramount in ensuring a first-class high-end product.

Industrial automation

Components for industrial machinery

Machine and plant availability is extremely important in the industrial sector. Ceramic impresses here with its hardness, stability, wear-resistance and outstanding sliding characteristics. A prime example of this is maxon's ceramic spindle with its cgs (ceramic glide surface). Sockets/connectors, guides, axles and shafts are also typical ceramic insert elements. The chemically resistant and non-magnetic material can also be used where other materials reach their limits.


- High wear-resistance
- Extreme level of hardness
- Outstanding surface finish
- Excellent stability

Medical technology

Insulation components for endoscopes

Medical technology places particularly high demands on the materials used in medical devices (e.g. endoscopes): Only optically perfect, high quality, reliable components make the grade. In addition, materials must also be biocompatible and resistant to bodily fluids.

- Perfect surface finish
- Biocompatible
- Low thermal conduction
- Highly robust

Drive technology

Spindles for extreme conditions

In drive technology, the limitations of traditional materials can become evident, depending on the application involved. So, for example, customised underwater drives require salt water resistant materials. Our ceramic spindles give outstanding service here: They are corrosion-resistant, robust, wear-resistant and at the same time extremely efficient.

The maxon cgs (ceramic glide surface) ceramic spindles

- Work with virtually no slip-stick effect
- Smooth-running
- Extreme hardness
- Extra long service life
- High wear-resistance
- Excellent efficiency

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Techniques and Manufacturing Processes

Different processes for the manufacturing of high quality ceramic products achieve optimal outcomes.

Zirkonoxid ZrO₂

Mechanically high load-bearing

Zirconium oxide is a high-performance industrial ceramic, used particularly in ranges where traditional materials reach their limits.

 

Special properties of zirconium oxide:

- Excellent wear-resistance and hardness
- Outstanding sliding characteristics
- Excellent mechanical stability
- High degree of temperature resistance
- Superior insulation properties
- High corrosion- and chemical resistance, comprehensive acid- and alkali-resistance
- Modul of elasticity and heat expansion coefficient similar to steel
- Biocompatible und low in allergens
- Low specific weight

General properties of the material

  • Bending strength >800 N/mm²
  • E-modulus 2 x 10⁵ N/mm²
  • Density ≥6,08 g/cm³
  • Hardness 1350 HV
  • Heat expansion coefficient 10 x 10‾⁶ 1/K
  • Thermal conductivity 2 W/ mK
  • Electrical resistance 10¹⁰ Ωcm

Aluminium oxide AI₂O₃

High thermal load capacity

Aluminium oxide is widely used in electrotechnology for insulation.

 

Special properties of aluminium oxide:

- Excellent temperature resistance
- Good thermal conductivity
- Median mechanical stability
- Low heat expansion coefficience
- High corrosion- and chemical resistance, extensive acid- and alkali-resistance
- High level hardness
- Low specific weight

General properties of the material

  • Bending strength >350 N/mm²
  • E-modulus 3,5 x 10⁵ N/mm²
  • Density ≥3,98 g/cm³
  • Hardness 2000 HV
  • Heat expansion coefficient 5 x 10‾⁶ 1/K
  • Thermal conductivity 25 W/ mK
  • Electrical resistance 10¹⁵ Ωcm

Contact

maxon motor GmbH

maxon ceramic
Untere Ziel 1D-79350 SexauGermany
+49 (0) 7641 9114 0 ceramic.de@maxongroup.com