Silicon Carbide Seal Vs Tungsten Carbide Seal
Tungsten carbide mechanical seals were once the go-to choice, but have since been overshadowed by silicon carbide’s rising popularity. This blog will compare both types and highlight its numerous advantages over its counterpart tungsten carbide mechanical seals. Advantages of this unique material include its premium hardness rating of 9.5 on the Mohs scale, exceptional corrosion resistance, low coefficients of friction and thermal expansion, as well as its exceptional hardness. High Hardness Silicon Carbide (SiC) is one of the hardest materials available for seal faces. This hardness contributes to its exceptional wear resistance and durability, enabling it to withstand high temperatures and frequent movement while remaining chemically inert for use with …