ZirPro offers the most comprehensive portfolio of zirconia powders from monoclinic to yttria-stabilized. ZirPro powders exhibit a large range of particle size distribution, reactivity and chemical purity.
Decorative Fine Ceramics
Zirconia-based decorative ceramics have defined a new dimension in advanced ceramics by combining high mechanical performance with amazing aesthetical properties of color and gloss. They are increasingly used for accessory parts in high-end consumer goods as an alternative to metals and plastics. Applications include watches and jewelry parts, automotive interior parts and electronic device components (smartphones, household equipment).
Based on 3 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia, Saint-Gobain ZirPro has developed ColorYZe®, a family of pigmented zirconium dioxide powders for the manufacturing of decorative advanced ceramics.
New vibrancy with ColorYZe powders
ZirPro’s ColorYZe powders include specific pigmentation systems that result in pure, deep and homogeneous coloration of the final ceramic. ColorYZe provides superior scratch resistance and longer durability as well as perfect surface finishing and high gloss. Thanks to its biocompatibility and thermal effusivity, ColorYZe-based ceramics offer a safe and unique touch.
Standard palette of 10 colors
ZirPro ColorYZe powders are commercially available in a standard palette of colors. Additional colors and shades can be developed upon request. Dry powders or RTP granules can be provided to fulfill the requirements of different ceramic processing methods such as injection molding, casting and pressing.