U type Mosi2 Heating elemet
“U - type MoSi₂ (Molybdenum Disilicide) Heating Element” refers to a heating element with a U - shaped configuration made of MoSi₂.
1. Properties of MoSi₂
High - temperature resistance: MoSi₂ has excellent high - temperature resistance. It can operate at temperatures up to around 1800 - 1900°C in an oxidizing atmosphere. This property makes it suitable for use in high - temperature heating applications such as in industrial furnaces.
Good electrical conductivity: It is a semiconductor material with relatively good electrical conductivity. The electrical conductivity allows it to convert electrical energy into heat energy effectively when an electric current passes through it.
2. Advantages of the U - shape
Increased heating area: The U - shaped design provides a larger surface area compared to a straight - shaped heating element. This increased area enables more efficient heat transfer to the surrounding environment or the material to be heated. For example, in a furnace, the U - shaped element can radiate heat over a wider region, leading to more uniform heating of the interior space.
Application | High temperature furnaces and kilns |
Length | Customizable |
Heating Zone | Single or Multi-zone |
Material | Mosi2 |
Thermal Conductivity | 18-20 W/mK |
Max Temperature | 1800°C |