Versatile and Advanced Ceramic Properties

Macor is versatile, can be machined using conventional metalworking tools and has excellent ceramic properties.

As an international materials specialist, we offer a comprehensive range of Macor products for a wide variety of applications and industries.

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Product Benefits

Macor offers a host of outstanding properties that makes it ideal for highly specialized applications including:

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Excellent Thermal, Electrical and Chemical Properties

Macor is renowned for withstanding extreme temperatures, making it suitable for high-temperature environments. It also demonstrates exceptional electrical insulation properties, making it invaluable in electronic applications and exhibits excellent chemical resistance, ensuring durability in harsh environments. 

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High Precision and Stability

Macor's excellent dimensional stability and precise machinability ensure consistent performance and reliability in critical applications. 

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Performance

The outstanding thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical properties of Macor make it ideal for demanding applications. It can withstand extreme temperatures, vibrations, and harsh environments with exceptional stability and reliability. 

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Machinability

Unlike traditional ceramics, Macor can be machined using conventional metalworking tools, which enables faster and more cost-effective fabrication processes. 

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Choosing the Right Product

Having worked for over 75 years with industries such as aerospace, semiconductor, and medical, you can trust our highly experienced team to provide you with the best Macor solution.

Our range of Macor products provides solutions across many industry and manufacturing processes, also for research and development. These include:

  • Macor Rods: Available in various diameters, Macor rods are utilized for machined components, insulators, and spacers.
  • Macor Sheets: These thin, flat sheets are suitable for use in fabrication projects requiring precise dimensional control and tight tolerances.
  • Macor Disks: Precision machined Macor disks are used in electrical insulators, seals, and other specialized applications.

Our entire range complies with European Directives 2015/863/EU (RoHS 3) and 2000/53/EC (ELV), ensuring their environmental friendliness. As part of our commitment for quality and safety, we also hold the certification for ISO 9001.

Our Product Range

We offer a comprehensive range of stock shapes in sheet, bar, rod and disk.

  • From thin 0.5mm thick sheets to the maximum 55mm thick sheets
  • Rods from 1.6mm to the maximum 76mm diameter and bars from 10mm x 10mm to 50.8mm x 50.8mm

Our industry-leading Technical Solutions team is ready and waiting to identify the right products for your project.

This service is completely free as we are committed to providing an exceptional level of service that enables you to deliver groundbreaking scientific advancements that shape the future.

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Applications

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Aerospace

Macor's exceptional resistance to high temperatures and thermal shock makes it an ideal material for aerospace applications, such as engine components, insulators and satellite systems. 

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Medical

With its biocompatible properties and chemical resistance, Macor is the go-to choice for various medical applications, including surgical instruments and analytical equipment.

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Industrial

Macor's versatility and ability to withstand harsh environments makes it suitable for industrial applications like specialized machine components, heat exchangers and insulating parts.

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Electronics

The excellent electrical insulation properties of Macor make it well-suited for electronic applications, including circuit boards, high-voltage insulators and electrical housings.

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Automotive

Many applications in the automotive industry make use of Macor due to its thermal stability and reliability. These include high-temperature sensors, ignition systems and exhaust components.

Why Goodfellow?

  • No minimum order
  • Over 170,000 advanced materials: in one place, one of the largest range available globally
  • Materials selection, customization and development: from custom parts for prototyping through to production, and full product modification
  • Product services: machining/cutting services, rolling and metal foil production, analytical services to custom wire manufacturing, and more, we offer a full range of services to meet your needs
  • Free and fast delivery: Worldwide shipping and customs clearance, to your door. All orders are dispatched within 48 hours
  • Commercial arrangements: from call off orders, buffer stock, fixed and contract pricing and discounts for increased volumes, and more, with product traceability and compliance documentation
  • We help you innovate into the future.

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