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Magnesia (MgO 99.4%–99.8%) Crucibles, Tubes & Setter Plates

High-purity sintered magnesia (MgO, CAS 1309-48-4) crucibles and setter plates engineered for superalloy vacuum induction melting, beta-alumina/PZT sintering, and molten metal processing up to 2,200 °C.

Alternate & search designations: Magnesium oxide melting crucible, PZT/BaTiO3 lead-loss setter plate, basic slag resistant ceramic
Purity / Grade Options99.4% – 99.8% High-Purity Sintered Magnesia
Standard DimensionsCrucibles 5 mL to 2,000 mL; Setter Plates & Tubes
Available ConfigurationsDense slip-cast (~96–98% TD) or thermal-shock-resistant porous grade
Ordering & MOQSpecification-based quote · Prototype & production lots

Material & Engineering Overview

With a melting point of 2,852 °C and strong thermodynamic stability against basic slags, molten nickel/iron/cobalt superalloys, and volatile lead or alkali oxides, high-purity sintered magnesia (MgO) outperforms alumina and silica in basic high-temperature environments.

Our 99.4%–99.8% MgO crucibles and setter plates are widely used to sinter piezoelectric PZT, PLZT, BaTiO3, and Na-β"-alumina without chemical reaction or lead/sodium leaching, as well as for clean vacuum induction melting of superalloys and uranium/actinide surrogates.

Standard Shipment Documentation: Manufacturer Lot COA (MgO assay, CaO/SiO2/Fe2O3 trace levels, bulk density) and dimensional check.

Primary Research & Industrial Applications

  • Closed-sagger sintering of piezoelectric PZT, PMN-PT, and BaTiO3 (prevents PbO reaction)
  • Vacuum induction melting (VIM) of Ni, Co, and Fe-base superalloys
  • Sintering of Na-β"-alumina solid electrolytes and lithium garnet (LLZO) pellets
  • Molten halide salt and basic flux containment

Nominal Material Reference Properties

Property / MetricNominal Reference Value (Grade Dependent)
Formula & CAS #MgO (CAS 1309-48-4)
Purity99.4% – 99.8% MgO (Low SiO2 / Fe2O3)
Bulk Density3.40 – 3.52 g/cm³
Max Service Temp2,000 – 2,200 °C (Moderate ramp 3–5 °C/min)
Key AdvantageInert to basic fluxes, PbO vapor, Li2O, and molten Ni/Fe alloys

Reference values reflect typical sintered, fused, or wrought grades. Exact batch test figures are confirmed on your written quotation and accompanying lot Certificate of Analysis.

What to Specify in Your Quote Request

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Technical & Procurement FAQ

Why use MgO setter plates instead of Al2O3 when sintering PZT or LLZO?
Alumina reacts with volatile PbO (from PZT) and Li2O (from LLZO) to form low-permittivity aluminates; high-purity MgO is thermodynamically inert toward both PbO and Li2O.
What heating ramp rate is recommended for MgO crucibles?
Because MgO has a relatively high thermal expansion coefficient (~13.5 × 10⁻⁶ /K), ramp at ≤3–5 °C/min to prevent thermal-gradient cracking.
How should MgO ceramics be stored?
Store in dry sealed bags or a desiccator cabinet to prevent slow surface hydration to Mg(OH)2 in humid air.
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Purity / Grade3N5 (99.95%) / 4N
Typical SizeØ 1", 2", 3", 4", 6" × Thickness 2–6.35 mm (+ OFHC Cu Backing Plate)
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