High alumina inert ceramic balls are essential industrial support media widely used in various processes such as refineries, chemical plants, and fertilizer production. These balls are characterized by high alumina (Al₂O₃) content, which determines their mechanical strength, chemical inertness, and thermal stability. We Zhongci offers products with alumina concentrations ranging from 23% to 99%, tailored for specific industrial needs.
Key Specifications and Product Variations
Material Composition and Sizes
- Alumina Content: The most common grades include 92% Al₂O₃, 95% Al₂O₃, and 99% Al₂O₃, with higher alumina levels enhancing hardness and wear resistance.
- Dimensions: Standard sizes range from 3mm to 50mm, including spherical, bead, round, and granular forms. For example, 92% Al₂O₃ balls are available in 3mm, 6mm, 9mm, 13mm, 19mm, 25mm, 38mm, and 50mm diameters.
Packaging and Delivery
Suppliers provide flexible packaging options to ensure safe transportation:
| Packaging Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Plastic Bags | 25kg/bag with pallet |
| Jumbo Bags | 2000kg/bag with pallet |
| Steel Drums | 300kg/drum with pallet |
| Custom packaging is also available upon request. |
Industrial Applications
High alumina inert ceramic balls serve critical roles as support media and catalyst bed fillers:
- Refineries and Chemical Plants: Used to stabilize catalyst beds in reactors, preventing catalyst particle migration and ensuring uniform fluid flow.
- Fertilizer Production: Ideal for high-temperature and corrosive environments due to their chemical inertness.
- Power Stations: Employed in processes requiring heat resistance and structural stability.
Advantages of High Alumina Ceramic Balls
- High Hardness: Resistant to abrasion, ensuring long service life in demanding conditions.
- Thermal Stability: Withstands extreme temperatures, making them suitable for high-heat industrial processes.
- Chemical Inertness: Unaffected by most acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, maintaining performance in corrosive environments.
Market Availability
Leading suppliers like Zhongci distribute globally, with export ports including Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Qingdao. Annual production capacities exceed 1000 metric tons, ensuring consistent supply for large-scale industrial demand.
These ceramic balls represent a versatile solution for modern industrial processes, combining durability and performance to meet evolving technological demands.
