Yttrium zirconium oxide

Chemical Properties

-150, +325 mesh with 99% purity; powder(s) [STR93] [CER91]

Uses

YSZ can be used for a variety of applications such as:

• a thermal barrier coating for the protection and insulation of metal components in gas turbines
• an electrolyte in the fabrication of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs)
• in the fabrication of zirconia dental implant abutments
• membranes for micro energy conversion devices
• a solid acid and a catalyst for catalytic applications

Uses

Collagen-yttria-stabilized amorphous zirconia hybrid scaffolds may be developed. YSZ thin films may be used as thermal barrier coatings on combustors, stationary and rotating components of gas turbines or diesel engines. 6

General Description

Zirconium(IV) oxide-yttria stabilized (YSZ) (<100 nm particle size) is an oxygen ion conductor with properties such as good ionic conductivity and high physiochemical stability. Its other properties include excellent shock resistance, low thermal conductivity and a high coefficient of thermal expansion.

Flammability and Explosibility

Not classified