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High-performance ceramics come into play when other materials, such as metals or plastics, fail to meet the requirements. Engineering ceramics offer an impressive combination of properties, including electrical insulation, high thermal conductivity for optimal thermal management, low weight, high strength, chemical resistance, electrical breakdown strength, piezoelectricity, temperature resistance, and wear resistance. CeramTec stands for ceramic solutions. EN CeramTec – Innovative Ceramic Solutions

Engineering ceramics are used in various areas of the automotive industry and e-mobility due to their outstanding material properties: in the vehicles themselves, in production facilities for vehicle manufacturing, and as components in a wide variety of applications, the use of engineering ceramics contributes significantly to increased efficiency, comfort, and safety.

In electric powertrain systems, high-performance ceramics serve as electrical insulation and protect components such as power electronics and sensors from high temperatures and electrical arcing. In braking systems and bearings, they are used for their high wear resistance and hardness, which leads to a longer service life and reduced maintenance requirements. They are also used in batteries, where ceramics act as separators to increase the safety and efficiency of lithium-ion batteries. Overall, the low weight of technical ceramics also helps reduce the total weight of vehicles, which is particularly beneficial for the range of electric vehicles.