Boron Nitride Rod

Boron Nitride Rod

Boron nitride rod is a solid, cylinder-shaped structure made of boron nitride that possesses exceptional high-temperature stability, excellent thermal properties, self-lubricating, and electrical insulation performance.

Boron nitride is a multifunctional material comprised of boron and nitrogen atoms. UNIPRETEC can produce boron nitride rods from the following materials:

Boron Nitride Rod

Characteristics of Boron Nitride Rod

Resistant to High Temperatures

Boron nitride rods are extremely thermally stable and are frequently utilized in high temperature situations. They are perfect for applications like crucibles, heating elements, and high-temperature insulators because they can endure extreme temperatures and thermal shock without significantly degrading.

Electrical Insulation

Due to their excellent electrical insulating properties, boron nitride rods are employed in a variety of industries where they can be processed into insulating supports, spacers for electrical components, etc.

Self-Lubricating

Boron nitride is known for having superior lubricating performance, particularly in high temperature situations where conventional lubricants might malfunction. They offer effective lubrication while reducing friction and preventing sticking.

Thermal Management

Boron nitride rods can be used in thermal management applications. Their excellent thermal conductivity allows for efficient heat transfer, leading to quick heat dissipation.

Chemical Resistance

Boron nitride rods are chemically resistant to a wide range of corrosive chemicals, acids, and alkalis.

 

Dimensions and Processing of Boron Nitride Rods

The regular size of boron nitride rods is depicted in the figure below. Other dimensions are also permitted, and small quantities can be customized as well.

Boron Nitride Rod

 

Our factory is equipped with machining facilities to serve clients who require machined components. You only need to give us the size or drawings, and please let us know if there are any dimensional tolerance requirements. All of our boron nitride materials are easy to process and enable the creation of finished parts with fine surfaces, cavities, channels, grooves, holes, and threads, etc.

 

Some customers have their own processing equipment and need to purchase round bars to process themselves, which is certainly no problem. Boron nitride rods are not very hard. They are simple to machine, and can be processed using standard carbide-tipped tools. Our BN3000 requires a diamond-tipped tool for processing. Customers merely need to be aware of the fact that BN material is afraid of moisture, which necessitates dry processing without being exposed to coolant or lubricant.

 

Applications for Rods of Boron Nitride

Boron nitride rods have special qualities that qualify them for a broad spectrum of high-performance uses in many different sectors:

spacecraft

BN rods' insulation and thermal stability find utility in aeronautical applications. They find use in parts that must be able to resist high temperatures and provide dependable electrical insulation.

Electronics

Boron nitride rods find use in the electronics sector as semiconductor substrates, high-voltage equipment insulators, and heat management system components. These uses especially benefit from their combination of heat conductivity and electrical insulation.

Industries Processes

In chemical processing, heat treatment equipment, and high-temperature furnaces, BN rods find use. Long-lasting operation in demanding industrial settings is guaranteed by their temperature stability and chemical resistance.

Plant and Machinery

Boron nitride rods' machinability and lubricity make them perfect for usage in equipment and machinery that need accurate, long-lasting parts. They find use in seals, bearings and other wear-resistant components.

Medical Devices

Boron nitride rods find use in high-temperature sterilizing procedures and diagnostic devices in the medical industry. Sensitive applications may benefit from their biocompatibility and chemical inertness.

Benefits of Choosing UNIPRETEC Boron Nitride Rods

Customization: To suit particular use needs, we provide boron nitride rods in a range of sizes and forms. With our ability to customize, you can be sure you get the precise measurements and features required for your project.

Highest levels of performance and dependability are ensured for every boron nitride rod at UNIPRETEC by strict quality control procedures. Our dedication to quality assures you of goods that work reliably under trying circumstances.

Our dedication is to using our cutting-edge materials solutions to assist you reach your objectives. Find out more about our boron nitride rods and how they could help your particular applications by getting in touch with UNIPRETEC right now.

Thermal Management Application

Boron nitride rods possess high thermal conductivity, allowing for fast heat transfer and rapid heat dissipation, making them popular as thermal management materials.

Electrical Insulation Application

Boron nitride rods are good electrical insulators. They have very low electrical conductivity and are utilized in electrical insulation applications.

Self-Lubricating Application

Because of their lubricating performance, boron nitride rods are frequently utilized in applications that call for low friction and self-lubrication.

Chemically Demanding Application

Boron nitride is chemically stable and can withstand a wide range of chemical reactions, including oxidation and corrosion. As a result, boron nitride rods can successfully withstand harsh environments and are commonly utilized in chemically demanding applications.

BN materials possess a variety of outstanding properties, such as high-temperature stability, high thermal conductivity, self-lubricating, and electrical insulation. Their high thermal conductivity facilitates the effective dissipation of heat energy, making them an excellent thermal management material. Additionally, boron nitride materials are simple to process. They can be customized into different sizes according to clients' requirements, and delicate grooves, holes, threads, etc., can be designed.

 

Comparison of Boron Nitride Rods and Graphite Rods

Although boron nitride and graphite rods are both commonly employed in numerous applications, they offer different characteristics. The following are the primary distinctions between graphite and boron nitride rods:

Composition and Structure

Boron nitride is a compound made up of boron and nitrogen atoms. It can exist in various forms, including cubic and hexagonal boron nitride (c-BN and h-BN). Boron nitride rods are typically constructed of h-BN, which has a graphite-like layered crystal structure. On the other hand, graphite is a form of carbon that consists of layers of carbon atoms, which are arranged in a hexagonal lattice structure. It is a carbon allotrope that is distinct from diamonds in structure.

Thermal Conductivity

High thermal conductivity makes boron nitride a good thermal management material. It effectively dissipates thermal energy by transferring heat away from the source. On the other hand, graphite possesses higher thermal conductivity than boron nitride, making it one of the most effective materials for thermal management. It has superior thermal transfer and heat dissipation capabilities.

Electrical Conductivity

Boron nitride has very low electrical conductivity and is a good electrical insulator, whereas graphite, due to its delocalized electronic structure, is a great electrical conductor and is frequently employed in applications requiring high electrical conductivity.

Self-Lubricating

Graphite and boron nitride both have lubricating property.

Chemical Reactivity

Boron nitride is chemically stable and resistant to oxidation and corrosion. Although graphite also possesses chemical inertness and stability, it can react with some oxidizing agents at high temperatures. Compared to boron nitride, it has poor chemical resistance.

 

Boron nitride rods are recognized for their superior thermal conductivity, electrical insulation, and chemical stability. Graphite rods, on the other hand, have greater thermal conductivity, outstanding electrical conductivity, self-lubricating performance, and moderate chemical stability. The selection between boron nitride and graphite is determined by the specific requirements of different applications, such as thermal management, electrical conductivity, or lubrication requirements.

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