Silicon Carbide (SiC) CNC Machining Services

Silicon Carbide (SiC) is one of the hardest and most thermally stable advanced ceramics available. It is ideal for high-precision CNC machining in applications demanding extreme wear resistance, high strength, and thermal shock performance. Commonly used in semiconductor, aerospace, energy, and industrial processing equipment.

Material Properties & Advantages

What is Silicon Carbide (SiC)?

Silicon Carbide (SiC) is a sintered ceramic compound composed of silicon and carbon. Known for its exceptional hardness and heat resistance, SiC is widely used in applications where high thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and structural integrity are critical.

Key Advantages of Silicon Carbide (SiC):

Ultra-High Hardness & Wear Resistance
– Ideal for abrasive and erosive environments
Superior Thermal Conductivity
– Outperforms most ceramics under thermal cycling
Excellent Corrosion Resistance
– Withstands acids, alkalis, and harsh chemicals
Low Thermal Expansion
– Enhances dimensional stability across temperature changes
High Temperature Resistance
– Operates reliably above 1,600°C

Silicon Carbide (SiC) Specifications & Datasheets

We offer CNC machining for high-purity sintered Silicon Carbide (SiC).

Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Hardness
Density
Thermal Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity

~25 GPa (Vickers Hardness)

3.1 g/cm³

120–200 W/m·K

10⁵ – 10⁶ Ω·cm

Wear Resistance
Chemical Resistance
Flexural Strength
Compressive Strength

Excellent

Exceptional

400 MPa – 500 MPa

≥ 3,800 MPa

Custom Alumina Material Options

Need a specific Silicon Carbide composition? We offer custom material options tailored to your project requirements. Contact us to discuss your needs.

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Machining Capabilities for Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Challenges & Solutions
SiC’s extreme hardness and brittleness require advanced tooling and techniques. Our specialized processes include:

Precision Diamond Grinding – Enables micron-level surface finish
Ultrasonic-Assisted Machining – Minimizes stress, improves accuracy
High-Precision CNC Milling & Turning – For tight tolerances and complex geometries
EDM for Conductive Grades – When applicable, allows intricate contouring

Tolerances Achievable for Machined SiC

Milling & Turning: ±0.005 mm
Grinding: ±0.002 mm

Applications of Silicon Carbide (SiC)

SiC excels in demanding, high-performance environments. Typical applications include:

Semiconductor: Etching components, wafer carriers, thermal chucks
Aerospace: High-temperature structural and wear parts
Energy: Heat exchangers, burner nozzles, mechanical seals
Industrial Equipment: Pumps, valves, nozzles, and precision bearings
Defense & Optics: Armor, mirrors, and optical blanks
Surface Finishing Options for Silicon Carbide (SiC)

To meet strict industry standards, we offer advanced surface treatments for SiC parts:

Lapping & Polishing

Achieves ultra-smooth surfaces with submicron-level roughness (Ra < 0.1 μm).

Diamond Grinding

Ensures high dimensional accuracy with minimal surface defects.

Laser Marking

Enables permanent identification or branding without compromising material integrity.

Chemical Etching

Used for controlled material removal and surface texturing.

Chemical Etching

Used for controlled material removal and surface texturing.

Efficiency

Moving Fast, Guaranteed.

We prioritize operational efficiency to reduce costs and expedite delivery.

  • Average response time within 2 hours
  • Global delivery in a matter of days
  • 97.4% of parts shipped on time

Wide-Ranging Experience

Crafting Excellence Through Diverse Expertise

Our collaboration with diverse partners, each with unique machinery and expertise, enables us to overcome complex manufacturing challenges.

  • Over 2000 projects delivered
  • Expertise in multiple manufacturing processes
  • Expert DFM feedback

Massive Capacity

Ready to Meet Your Demands

Backed by 100+ carefully vetted, closely partnered experts, we fulfill your on-demand manufacturing needs at scale.

  • 65+ CNC Manufacturing Partners
  • 15+ Additive Manufacturing Partners
  • 20+ Surface Finishing Partners

Quality Assurance

Ensuring Perfection, Delivering Excellence

Every part we ship is meticulously inspected in our in-house lab to ensure it meets consistent design and quality standards.

  • ISO 9001:2015 Certified
  • State-of-the-art QC Equipment
  • In-depth Inspection Reports Available

Additional Ceramics We Support

In addition to Alumina, we offer precision CNC machining services for other hard technical ceramics:

Alumina (Al₂O₃)

Alumina (Al₂O₃) is a durable ceramic used for high-strength, high-temperature parts in precision industries.

Zirconia (ZrO₂)

High fracture toughness and wear resistance.

Boron Nitride (BN)

Excellent thermal conductivity and electrical insulation.

Quartz & Glass Ceramics

Used for optical and semiconductor applications.

Silicon (Si)

Essential for semiconductor wafer processing.

Looking for more ceramic machining options? Check out our Alumina (Al₂O₃) CNC Machining services.

Request a Quote for Silicon Carbide CNC Machining Today

Looking for high-precision Silicon Carbide (SiC) machining? InstaVoxel delivers expert CNC machining, fast lead times, and superior quality. Contact us today to discuss your project.

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