{"id":21323,"date":"2026-03-09T07:17:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T07:17:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/?p=21323"},"modified":"2026-03-09T07:17:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T07:17:26","slug":"classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/","title":{"rendered":"Classification of Ceramic Materials by Composition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Based on different substances, ceramic materials can be divided into silicate\u00a0ceramics, oxide\u00a0ceramics, carbide\u00a0ceramics, and nitride\u00a0ceramics. The 4 different types of ceramic materials have various properties, thus bringing different applications.<\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for a ceramic material for your production, but are confused about how to begin? Do not worry. This article will introduce the properties and uses of ceramic materials based on different compositions. It can help you to match your industrial requirements accurately, avoiding negative influence on production efficiency caused by selecting the wrong material.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Silicate_Ceramics_The_Core_of_Traditional_Ceramics\" >Silicate Ceramics: The Core of Traditional Ceramics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Oxide_Ceramics_The_Most_Commonly_Used_in_Industry\" >Oxide Ceramics: The Most Commonly Used in Industry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Carbide_Ceramics_Suited_for_High-Hardness_Applications\" >Carbide Ceramics: Suited for High-Hardness Applications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Nitride_Ceramics_The_Preferred_Choice_for_High-End_Industries\" >Nitride Ceramics: The Preferred Choice for High-End Industries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/classification-of-ceramic-materials-by-composition\/#Reference\" >Reference<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silicate_Ceramics_The_Core_of_Traditional_Ceramics\"><\/span><strong><b>Silicate Ceramics: The Core of Traditional Ceramics<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Silicate ceramics<\/strong> take silicates as the main component. Their raw materials are <strong>natural minerals<\/strong>, such as clay, quartz, and feldspar. Silicate ceramics possess the longest history of human use. They feature <strong>mature preparation processes, low costs, and a wide range of raw material sources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Silicate ceramics possess good insulation and corrosion resistance. They are widely used in basic industries. Silicate ceramics are hard with moderate brittleness. They can withstand high temperature about<strong> 800-1,200\u2103<\/strong>, and exhibit <strong>strong chemical stability<\/strong> and <strong>electrical insulation<\/strong>. Compared with advanced ceramics, silicate ceramics are weaker in hardness, high-temperature resistance, and toughness. High-end production is not suitable for using silicate ceramics.<\/p>\n<p>If your industry does not require ceramic components with extremely high-temperature resistance and hardness, silicate ceramics are the preferred cost-effective materials. The insulation parts in the electrical and electronics industry cannot be separated from silicate ceramics. Many heat insulation components used in thermal engineering are also made of silicate ceramics.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21324\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21324\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21324 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-Cordierite-Slabs-Used-in-Industrial-Kilns-with-Less-Demanding-Environments.jpg\" alt=\"Cordierite Slabs, Used in Industrial Kilns with Less Demanding Environments\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21324\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21324 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-Cordierite-Slabs-Used-in-Industrial-Kilns-with-Less-Demanding-Environments.jpg\" alt=\"Cordierite Slabs, Used in Industrial Kilns with Less Demanding Environments\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-Cordierite-Slabs-Used-in-Industrial-Kilns-with-Less-Demanding-Environments.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-Cordierite-Slabs-Used-in-Industrial-Kilns-with-Less-Demanding-Environments-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Cordierite Slabs, Used in Industrial Kilns with Less Demanding Environments<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oxide_Ceramics_The_Most_Commonly_Used_in_Industry\"><\/span><strong><b>Oxide Ceramics: The Most Commonly Used in Industry<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Oxide ceramics<\/strong> use <strong>metal oxides with \u226590%<\/strong> content as the primary component. Common types include <strong>alumina and zirconia<\/strong>. Oxide ceramics are the most frequently used ceramics in modern industry. They offer balanced performance and are suitable for basic to mid-range industrial applications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aluminum oxide<\/strong>\u00a0ceramics are the most widely applied oxide ceramics. They possess <strong>high hardness, wear resistance, and good insulation<\/strong>. Their high-temperature property makes them withstand high temperatures exceeding <strong>1,600\u2103<\/strong>. If you require parts such as mechanical wear-resistant liners or electronic insulating bases, the high-cost-effective alumina parts will meet your expectations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Zirconium oxide<\/strong>\u00a0ceramics boast <strong>very good toughness and resistance at high temperatures<\/strong>. Their resistance temperature range can be greater than <strong>1,500\u2103<\/strong>. Featuring a high speed and low friction, <a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/zirconia-bearing\/\"><u>zirconia ceramic bearings<\/u><\/a>\u00a0are the best option for high-speed spindles and CNC machine tools.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21325\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21325\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21325 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-Alumina-Chuck-Drawings-Used-in-Semiconductor-Manufacturing.jpg\" alt=\"Alumina Chuck Drawings, Used in Semiconductor Manufacturing\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21325\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21325 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-Alumina-Chuck-Drawings-Used-in-Semiconductor-Manufacturing.jpg\" alt=\"Alumina Chuck Drawings, Used in Semiconductor Manufacturing\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-Alumina-Chuck-Drawings-Used-in-Semiconductor-Manufacturing.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-Alumina-Chuck-Drawings-Used-in-Semiconductor-Manufacturing-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Alumina Chuck Drawings, Used in Semiconductor Manufacturing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbide_Ceramics_Suited_for_High-Hardness_Applications\"><\/span><strong><b>Carbide Ceramics: Suited for High-Hardness <\/b><\/strong><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Carbide ceramics<\/strong> are mainly <strong>composed of carbides<\/strong>, such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/silicon-carbide-ceramic\/\"><u>silicon carbide<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and tungsten carbide<\/strong>. They always have <strong>high hardness<\/strong>, <strong>high-temperature resistance<\/strong>, and <strong>wear resistance<\/strong>. They are mostly used in cutting and grinding, where high hardness is required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Silicon carbide<\/strong> ceramics are employed most widely. They possess many advantages, such as <strong>high hardness, wear resistance, good thermal properties, and a relatively low cost<\/strong>. In the <strong>mining industry<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/silicon-carbide-lining\/\"><u>silicon carbide liners<\/u><\/a>\u00a0give full play to their wear-resistant properties to extend the service life of your equipment. Its high corrosion resistance also enables <a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/silicon-carbide-seal-ring\/\"><u>silicon carbide seal rings<\/u><\/a>\u00a0ensure the stable operation of valves in your chemical equipment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tungsten carbide<\/strong> ceramics possess <strong>extremely high hardness and toughness<\/strong>. They are often combined with metals to produce hard alloys. If you are in the <strong>mechanical processing<\/strong> or <strong>mold production industry<\/strong>, using tungsten carbide lathe tools and stamping dies will significantly enhance your equipment service life and processing precision. High-strength and high-wear-resistant tungsten carbide ceramics can help you improve production efficiency, as well as reduce material loss.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21326\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21326\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21326 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-Silicon-Carbide-Rod-High-Temperature-Heating-Element.jpg\" alt=\"Silicon Carbide Rod, High-Temperature Heating Element\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21326\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21326 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-Silicon-Carbide-Rod-High-Temperature-Heating-Element.jpg\" alt=\"Silicon Carbide Rod, High-Temperature Heating Element\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-Silicon-Carbide-Rod-High-Temperature-Heating-Element.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-Silicon-Carbide-Rod-High-Temperature-Heating-Element-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Silicon Carbide Rod, High-Temperature Heating Element<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nitride_Ceramics_The_Preferred_Choice_for_High-End_Industries\"><\/span><strong><b>Nitride Ceramics: The Preferred Choice for High-End Industri<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>es<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Nitride ceramics<\/strong> take <strong>nitrides<\/strong> as the main component. <strong>Silicon nitride and aluminum nitride<\/strong> are always used in industrial applications. Possessing <strong>high strength, high toughness, high-temperature resistance, and excellent thermal conductivity<\/strong>, nitride ceramics are usually produced through complex processes at a higher cost.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Silicon nitride<\/strong> ceramics have a <strong>toughness and strength<\/strong> far exceeding silicate and oxide ceramics. Silicon nitride ceramics are<strong> wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and possess strong thermal shock resistance<\/strong>. If you are engaged in high-end machinery manufacturing, precision machine tool bearings made of silicon nitride can significantly improve production stability. In the chemical industry, silicon nitride pipelines function stably over the long term to meet your corrosion-resistant needs.<\/p>\n<p>If you deal in the electronic or <strong>semiconductor manufacturing<\/strong>, then <strong>aluminum nitride<\/strong> ceramics play an important role in high thermal conductivity of insulating ceramic substrates and other packaging materials containing this compound. This will assist you in the better dissipation of heat from the electronic materials used in your product, thereby making it stable.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21327\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21327\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21327 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4-Boron-Nitride-Evaporation-Boats-Used-in-Vacuum-Evaporation-Processes.jpg\" alt=\"Boron Nitride Evaporation Boats, Used in Vacuum Evaporation Processes\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21327\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21327 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4-Boron-Nitride-Evaporation-Boats-Used-in-Vacuum-Evaporation-Processes.jpg\" alt=\"Boron Nitride Evaporation Boats, Used in Vacuum Evaporation Processes\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4-Boron-Nitride-Evaporation-Boats-Used-in-Vacuum-Evaporation-Processes.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4-Boron-Nitride-Evaporation-Boats-Used-in-Vacuum-Evaporation-Processes-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Boron Nitride Evaporation Boats, Used in Vacuum Evaporation Processes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After reading, you may have a clear understanding of these different 4\u00a0ceramic materials by composition. When selecting, considering your industrial application, operating environment, requirements and budget.\u00a0Then you can find the most suitable ceramic material.<\/p>\n<p>What properties does your industry require from ceramic materials? If you are unsure which ceramic material is perfect for your industry, please\u00a0contact some advanced ceramic suppliers for more detailed information. <a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/\"><u>Newthink New Materials<\/u><\/a>\u00a0has 14 years of experience in the advanced ceramics industry. <a href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/contact-us\/\"><u>Contact Newthink<\/u><\/a>\u00a0to help you match the most suitable ceramic material precisely for your industry.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks for your reading. Hope this article will be helpful.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong><b>FAQs<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><b> How can ceramics be classified?<\/b><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ceramics are usually classified by their application &amp; properties, dividing into traditional ceramics and advanced ceramics. They can also be divided by their structure or composition.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong><b> What are the categories of ceramic materials?<\/b><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Main categories include oxides and non-oxides (e.g., carbides and nitrides). The choice is based on your requirements for heat resistance, hardness, electrical insulation, or other properties.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong><b> What is the composition of ceramics?<\/b><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ceramics consist of inorganic, non-metallic compounds. They are formed by bonding metallic elements with non-metals, such as oxygen, nitrogen, or carbon.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong><b> Are ceramics composite materials?<\/b><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>No. While traditional ceramics are pure compounds, but is not one by default. A ceramic can be a component of a composite.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reference\"><\/span><strong><b>Reference<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[1] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/B9780323857468000096\"><u>Kurian, M., &amp; Thankachan, S. (2023). Introduction: Ceramics classification and applications. In\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Ceramic catalysts<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>\u00a0(pp. 1-17). Elsevier.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[2] <a href=\"https:\/\/koreascience.kr\/article\/JAKO201608259723980.page\"><u>Sharma, S. K., Kumar, B., &amp; Kim, Y. W. (2016). Tribological behavior of silicon carbide ceramics-a review.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Journal of the Korean Ceramic Society<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>,\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>53<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>(6), 581-596.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[3] <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/9783527698042.ch1\"><u>Treccani, L. (2023). Introduction to ceramic materials.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Surface\u2010functionalized ceramics: for biotechnological and environmental applications<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>, 1-46.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[4] <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/chapter\/10.1007\/978-3-031-43918-6_1\"><u>Zawrah, M. F., Taha, M. A., &amp; Youness, R. A. (2023). Advanced ceramics: stages of development. In\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Advanced Ceramics<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>\u00a0(pp. 1-46). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Based on different substances, ceramic materials can be divided into silicate\u00a0ceramics, oxide\u00a0ceramics, carbide\u00a0ceramics, and nitride\u00a0ceramics. The 4 different types of ceramic materials have various properties, thus bringing different applications. Are you looking for a ceramic material for your production, but are confused about how to begin? Do not worry. 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