Tag Archives: Ceramic Fasteners

Bolts for high temperature vacuum furnace: Metal vs. Ceramic

Posted on February 8, 2017 by dean

Q: I’m using a high temperature vacuum furnace at 2500F. What type of material do you suggest using and is there any advantage of using a metal over a ceramic? A:   Under vacuum conditions with little to no oxygen present, there are some metallic options for fasteners which include … Continue reading →

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Fasteners for High Temperature Applications

Posted on December 11, 2015 by dean

A-286 Tensile Strength vs TemperatureAt elevated temperatures of beyond 1000°F, fasteners face a variety of complications which impact their performance. In this article, we will look at some common problems related to elevated temperatures and make recommendations of the best materials to address them.

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