Silver zinc oxide
Materials
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| Oxide content % | 8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| ZnO grain size | 1 - 5 μm |
| ZnO particle shape | granular |
| Manufacturing process | coprecipitation + extrusion or die compacting |
NB : please, contact us if the above criteria do not meet your requirements
Characteristics
| Content % | 8 | 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Theorical density (g/cm³) | 9.82 | 9.67 |
| Vickers' hardness (annealed) | 75 | 80 |
| Electrical conductibility % IACS | 83 | 78 |
NB : please, contact us if the above criteria do not meet your requirements
Delivery forms
| Content % | 8 | 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WIRES | X | X | |
| RIVETS | X | X | |
| PROFILES | X | X | |
| TIPS | X | X | |
NB : please, contact us if the above criteria do not meet your requirements
Assembly
h is between 10 and 30 % of H
Brazing alloys
| Resistance brazing | Flame brazing / Induced Current Brazing |
|---|---|
| Ag 150 / Cu 800 / P 50 | Ag 550 / Cu 210 / Zn 220 / Sn 20 |
| or any other type of brazing alloy compatible with the assembly | |
Electrical results
Applications
Applications fields
Any type of switchgear requiring breaking capacity in AC or DC between 10 and 1000 A and 24 and 600 V.
This material is highly recommended when subjected to intense make and break cycles.
Switchgear types
- Relays
- Contactors
- Engine starters
- Switches
Uses
- Industrial automatisms
- Transport : cars, railways
- Lifts, forklift trucks
- Regulating devices : thermostats
Other conditions
We manufacture according to our customers' specifications. Our technicians are readily available to discuss contact forms, dimensions and brazing requirements.

