Calcium-Stabilized Zirconia: Features and Uses

Calcium-stabilized zirconia powder is a specialized advanced ceramic material in which calcium oxide (CaO) is used as a stabilizing agent to transform zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂) into a stable cubic crystal structure. This stabilization effectively prevents phase transformation during temperature fluctuations, significantly enhancing the material’s thermal stability, mechanical strength, and resistance to thermal shock. As a result, calcium-stabilized zirconia exhibits excellent refractory performance and reliable ionic conductivity, enabling it to maintain stable functionality in extremely harsh environments.

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Product Classification|Ca-PSZ Grades Overview

Ceramic Grade|High-Strength Thermal Ceramic Materials

Ca-PSZ for ceramics grade

With special production process, we can produce different Ca-PSZ powder by adjusting the content of Cao. With high strength, tenacity and good performance of thermal shock, our Ca-PSZ powder is the ideal material to make the thermal ceramics.

Refractory Grade|Electro-Melted Zirconia for High-Temperature Use

Ca-PSZ powder for refractory grade

The refractory grade Ca-PSZ powder, produced by electric melting quenching process can be broken into different varieties.

It is used to produce various zirconia ceramics and refractory products, mainly used for electronic burning plate, sizing nozzle, sliding plate, invasive nozzle, zirconia products and special kiln furniture.

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Performance Advantages|Durability Under Extreme Thermal Conditions

Thanks to its high melting point and strong resistance to corrosion and thermal stress, calcium-stabilized zirconia powder is widely used in applications that require long-term durability under elevated temperatures. It is commonly applied in advanced refractory materials, solid oxide fuel cells, oxygen sensors, and thermal barrier coatings, where materials must withstand continuous thermal cycling and aggressive chemical conditions without degradation.

Applications

Energy Applications|Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Electrolytes
One of the most important applications of calcium-stabilized zirconia powder is in solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). Its high ionic conductivity at elevated operating temperatures makes it an ideal choice for the electrolyte layer. The material allows oxygen ions to migrate efficiently through the cell, enabling stable and efficient electricity generation. At the same time, its mechanical robustness and structural stability ensure reliable operation under prolonged high-temperature conditions.

Sensing Technologies|Oxygen Sensors for Combustion Control
Another key application is in oxygen sensors, particularly those used in automotive exhaust systems and industrial process control. Calcium-stabilized zirconia serves as the core sensing material due to its ability to conduct oxygen ions at high temperatures. By accurately detecting oxygen concentration in exhaust gases or furnace atmospheres, these sensors enable precise combustion control, improving fuel efficiency while reducing harmful emissions.

High-Temperature Engineering|Advanced Refractory Applications
In addition, calcium-stabilized zirconia powder plays a critical role in advanced refractory applications. It is widely used in high-performance refractory linings for furnaces, kilns, and other high-temperature equipment. Its exceptional resistance to thermal shock, corrosion, and chemical attack ensures long service life and operational reliability in extreme environments, such as those found in the steel, glass, and metallurgical industries.

Ca-PSZ for ceramics grade

With special production process, we can produce different Ca-PSZ powder by adjusting the content of CaO. With high strength, tenacity and good performance of thermal shock, our Ca-PSZ powder is the ideal material to make the thermal ceramics.

Product Code

Chemical composition %

Density
(g/cm³)

Ceramic
color

Appearance

Long-term
service
temperature

ZrO₂

Al₂O₃

SiO₂

CaO

Fe₂O₃

TiO₂

FR-3C01

94

0.4

0.1

3.0±0.2

0.01

0.01

5.7

light white

Granular
material

1200

FR-3C01F

94

0.4

0.1

3.0±0.2

0.01

0.01

5.7

light white

Powder
material

1200

FR-3C02

94

0.4

0.4

3.5±0.2

0.1

0.2

5.6

earth yellow

Granular
material

1500

FR-3C02F

93

0.4

0.5

3.5±0.2

0.1

0.2

5.6

earth yellow

Powder
material

1500

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Ca-PSZ powder for refractory grade

The refractory grade Ca-PSZ powder, produced by electric melting quenching process can be broken into different varieties.It is used to produce various zirconia ceramics and refractory products, mainly used for electronic burning plate, sizing nozzle, sliding plate, invasive nozzle, zirconia products and special kiln furniture.

Product Code

Chemicalcomposition%

Stabilization%

Particlesize

ZrO₂

CaO

SiO₂

Al₂O₃

Fe₂O₃

TiO₂

FR-ECZ01

>94

3-4

≤0.4

≤0.4

≤0.1

≤0.2

70±

Can be adjusted
according to
customers’
requirements

FR-ECZ02

>98

<2

≤0.2

≤0.2

≤0.1

≤0.2

70-80

FR-ECZO3

>94

3-4

≤0.6

≤0.4

≤0.1

≤0.2

>95

Hollow ball