Beryllium oxide
What is Beryllium oxide?
Beryllium oxide (CAS 1304-56-9), also known as beryllia, is a high-performance ceramic material sourced for applications where exceptional thermal conductivity must be combined with electrical insulation.
Where is Beryllium oxide used?
- Electronics: beryllia substrates and packages for high-power transistors and microwave devices
- RF amplifiers: heat dissipation critical to component reliability
- Aerospace and defense: radar systems and missile guidance components
- Satellite electronics: dimensional stability under extreme thermal cycling
- Nuclear applications: neutron moderator and reflector material in reactor design
- Specialty laser and optical systems: thermal management directly affects output consistency
- Thermalox is a recognized commercial grade used in precision industrial and defense components.
Commercial specifications
- Standard grades include 99.0% and 99.5% purity powder
- High-purity powder, sintered ceramic shapes, and machined components to meet specific engineering tolerances
- Industrial buyers typically source to internal or customer-defined specifications
Other Names (Synonyms)
Beryllia|Thermalox|Beryllium monoxide|Natural bromellite|Thermalox 995|Beryllium oxide (BeO)