MACOR® Keramik

Goodfellow offers high-quality MACOR ceramic for advanced applications in research and industry. This machinable glass-ceramic, available in various forms, combines the performance benefits of a technical ceramic with the versatility of a highly machinable material. MACOR exhibits excellent dimensional stability, low thermal conductivity, and good electrical insulation properties. It finds widespread use in industries such as aerospace, electronics, and nuclear technology. In aerospace, MACOR is crucial for creating precision components in satellite systems and spacecraft instrumentation. The electronics industry utilizes this material for high-performance insulators and substrate holders in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. In nuclear technology, it serves as a key material for neutron shielding and radiation-resistant components. Emerging technologies benefiting from MACOR include advanced optical systems for quantum computing and next-generation medical imaging devices. Goodfellow's provision of MACOR supports cutting-edge research in materials science, particularly in developing precision-engineered ceramics for specialized applications. Its unique combination of machinability and ceramic properties ensures MACOR's continued importance in both scientific exploration and industrial innovation, especially in applications requiring complex-shaped, dimensionally stable components with specific thermal and electrical characteristics.