{"id":21854,"date":"2026-06-02T15:58:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T07:58:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/?p=21854"},"modified":"2026-06-02T15:58:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T07:58:46","slug":"5-common-crucible-materials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/5-common-crucible-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Crucible Materials: Pros, Cons &#038; Selection Guide for High-Temperature Industries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Crucibles are important containers of many high-temperature processes like melting and sintering. Crucibles made from various materials have some differences when considering their properties and cost.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21855\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21855\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21855 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-Liquid-Gold-Poured-Crucible-Into-Casting.jpg\" alt=\"Liquid Gold Poured Crucible Into Casting\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21855\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21855 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-Liquid-Gold-Poured-Crucible-Into-Casting.jpg\" alt=\"Liquid Gold Poured Crucible Into Casting\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-Liquid-Gold-Poured-Crucible-Into-Casting.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-Liquid-Gold-Poured-Crucible-Into-Casting-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Liquid Gold Poured Crucible Into Casting<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In practice, choosing the best crucible for a specific task is always challenging. This article tells you 5 common crucible materials and their pros &amp; cons, helping you to select easily for your daily operations.<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Alumina_Ceramic_Crucible\" >Alumina Ceramic Crucible<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Zirconia_Ceramic_Crucible\" >Zirconia Ceramic Crucible<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Quartz_Silica_Crucible\" >Quartz (Silica) Crucible<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Silicon_Carbide_SiC_Crucible\" >Silicon Carbide (SiC) Crucible<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Graphite_Crucible\" >Graphite Crucible<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Comparison_of_Crucible_Materials\" >Comparison of Crucible Materials<\/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\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/pt\/5-common-crucible-materials\/#Reference\" >Reference<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alumina_Ceramic_Crucible\"><\/span><strong><b>Alumina Ceramic Crucible<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Alumina ceramic crucibles are the most widely used high-purity ceramic crucibles for high-temperature sintering. They are made of aluminum oxide with excellent structural stability under extreme temperatures. Their maximum working temperature reaches 1,750\u2103, ideal for most common high-temperature processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Advantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alumina possesses excellent chemical inertness, can resist most acidic and neutral molten materials corrosions. At the same time, it will not contaminate high-purity metals, glass or ceramic samples during melting and sintering. With good mechanical strength, alumina crucibles also withstand regular heating and cooling cycles.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21856\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21856\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21856 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-Alumina-Crucibles-with-High-Thermal-Conductivity-Compressive-Strength.jpg\" alt=\"Alumina Crucibles with High Thermal Conductivity &amp; Compressive Strength\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21856\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21856 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-Alumina-Crucibles-with-High-Thermal-Conductivity-Compressive-Strength.jpg\" alt=\"Alumina Crucibles with High Thermal Conductivity &amp; Compressive Strength\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-Alumina-Crucibles-with-High-Thermal-Conductivity-Compressive-Strength.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-Alumina-Crucibles-with-High-Thermal-Conductivity-Compressive-Strength-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Alumina Crucibles with High Thermal Conductivity &amp; Compressive Strength<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The main limitation of alumina crucibles is their poor thermal shock resistance. They are brittle, easy to crack under rapid temperature changes. You need to follow a slow heating and cooling curve when using them to avoid sudden temperature spikes that damage the vessel.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alumina crucibles\u2019\u00a0ideal applications include ceramic powder sintering, high-purity metal melting and laboratory thermal analysis. They are also used in stable furnace atmospheres for superalloy sample testing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zirconia_Ceramic_Crucible\"><\/span><strong><b>Zirconia Ceramic Crucible<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Zirconia crucible is one of the premium high-temperature ceramic crucibles for molten metal processing. They have the highest temperature resistance of a working limit up to 2,200\u2103 among common ceramic crucibles. This makes them perfect for ultra-high-temperature industrial processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Advantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Zirconia ceramic has strong corrosion resistance to alkaline and molten metal. It performs far better than alumina in alkaline melting environments. Moreover, it can maintain stable physical properties even in long-term high-temperature working conditions.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Zirconia crucibles have a much higher cost than alumina ones. They show slight volume expansion during heating, so using them requires strict furnace space planning. They possess a moderate thermal shock performance; rapid temperature adjustment is not recommended.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can choose zirconia crucibles for melting rare metals, refractory alloys, and alkaline chemical raw materials. They are also reliable for ultra-high-temperature ceramic sintering and precision material research.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quartz_Silica_Crucible\"><\/span><strong><b>Quartz (Silica) Crucible<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Quartz crucibles are classic transparent ceramic crucibles. Made of high-purity silica, they feature ultra-high light transmittance and stable chemical properties. Their maximum safe working temperature is 1,100\u2103.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21857\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21857\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21857 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-Quartz-Crucible-with-Transparent-Properties.jpg\" alt=\"Quartz Crucible with Transparent Properties\" width=\"1280\" height=\"719\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21857\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21857 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-Quartz-Crucible-with-Transparent-Properties.jpg\" alt=\"Quartz Crucible with Transparent Properties\" width=\"1280\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-Quartz-Crucible-with-Transparent-Properties.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-Quartz-Crucible-with-Transparent-Properties-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Quartz Crucible with Transparent Properties<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong><b>Advantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The biggest advantage of quartz crucibles is their excellent thermal shock resistance. They can bear hundreds of degrees of instant temperature changes without cracking. They resist almost all acidic substances, keeping samples free from metal contamination.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alkalis will erode the quartz crucible&#8217;s surface and destroy its structure. Quartz crucibles cannot work with strong alkaline materials at high temperatures. Their low temperature limit also excludes their applications in ultra-high-temperature processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Quartz crucibles are ideal for acid sample digestion, low-temperature metal melting and optical material testing. Their transparency allows you to observe sample changes in real time during heating.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silicon_Carbide_SiC_Crucible\"><\/span><strong><b>Silicon Carbide (SiC) Crucible<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Silicon carbide crucibles are robust industrial ceramic crucibles suitable for regular melting of metals. With its heat resistance and good thermal conductivity properties, its operating temperature can even go up to 1800\u2103, which is much higher compared to ordinary clay crucibles.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Advantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SiC has high conductivity rates with good heat distribution. They will help you reduce your melting time, thereby increasing productivity. What\u2019s more, they are resistant to high temperatures and corrosive substances. This provides them with a much longer life than conventional clay and graphite crucibles.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Their only shortcoming is weak resistance to strong oxidation environments under ultra-high-temperature environments. Long-term use in a pure oxygen atmosphere will accelerate the surface aging of SiC crucibles.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SiC crucibles are very suitable for continuous and high-frequency production. These crucibles are used in the bulk melting of various alloys such as steel, cast iron, copper, and aluminum.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21858\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21858\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21858 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-Silicon-Carbide-Crucible-Used-for-Sintered-Teeth.jpg\" alt=\"Silicon Carbide Crucible Used for Sintered Teeth\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21858\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21858 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-Silicon-Carbide-Crucible-Used-for-Sintered-Teeth.jpg\" alt=\"Silicon Carbide Crucible Used for Sintered Teeth\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-Silicon-Carbide-Crucible-Used-for-Sintered-Teeth.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nkmceramic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-Silicon-Carbide-Crucible-Used-for-Sintered-Teeth-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript> Silicon Carbide Crucible Used for Sintered Teeth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Graphite_Crucible\"><\/span><strong><b>Graphite Crucible<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Graphite crucibles are high-performance non-ceramic crucibles. They are crafted from high-density pure graphite materials without clay additives. Their maximum working temperature can reach 1,650\u2103 in atmospheric environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Advantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The graphite crucible possesses ultra-strong thermal shock resistance to withstand extreme, rapid temperature changes without cracking, delivering uniform thermal conductivity.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, they have great self-lubricating and anti-adhesion properties. It can reduce material residue and is easy to clean.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Disadvantages<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Graphite would be oxidized at a temperature above 600\u2103 with oxygen present. High-temperature oxidation would result in weakening of the walls of the crucible, reducing its lifetime.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the graphite material itself is prone to slight carbon contamination. The use of the graphite crucible would not comply with the purity requirement for ultra-high-purity metal production.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Applications<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>They are your ideal choice for medium-temperature batch metal melting with strict anti-cracking requirements and non-ultra-high-purity demands. You can use graphite crucibles for melting gold, silver, copper, aluminum and various alloy materials.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparison_of_Crucible_Materials\"><\/span><strong><b>Comparison of Crucible Materials<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here is a table with key indicators of the 5 mainstream crucible materials above. You can refer to this to make a choice based on your working temperature, medium type and budget.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Material<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">Max Working Temperature<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Applicable Media<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Alumina<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">1,750\u2103<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Acidic\u00a0and\u00a0neutral molten materials<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Zirconia<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">2,200\u2103<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Alkaline\u00a0and\u00a0high-temperature molten materials<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Quartz (Silica)<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">1,100\u2103<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Acidic solution and\u00a0low-temperature molten samples<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Silicon Carbide<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">1,800\u2103<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Common metal molten materials<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"27.8600%\">Graphite<\/td>\n<td width=\"31.6800%\">1,650\u2103<\/td>\n<td width=\"40.4200%\">Neutral metal molten materials<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>In terms of service life, SiC and zirconia crucibles are the most suitable for long-term continuous use. Quartz and alumina crucibles need more careful operation to avoid breakage. Graphite crucibles have the shortest service life but the lowest replacement cost.<\/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<p><strong><b>Which ceramic crucible is the best choice for daily high-temperature laboratory sintering?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alumina crucibles. They balance temperature resistance, stability, and cost, meeting most laboratory sintering and thermal analysis needs without excessive investment.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Can zirconia crucibles be used to replace alumina crucibles in all high-temperature applications?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, zirconia has higher thermal stability and alkali resistance but too expensive. Alumina is more economical for acid and neutral media processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Why do quartz crucibles crack easily in alkaline heating environments?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>High-temperature alkaline substances will chemically react with silica. This reaction erodes the crucible&#8217;s inner, causes structural damage, and finally leads to cracking or leakage.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>How to extend the service life of ceramic crucibles?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You need to avoid rapid temperature rise and fall. Besides, match the crucible material with heating media. Clean residual impurities after each use and store them in a dry and dust-free environment.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>Are SiC crucibles suitable for high-purity precious metal melting?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Not recommended. SiC materials may produce tiny impurities at ultra-high temperatures. They may affect the purity of precious metals. Use high-purity alumina or zirconia ceramic crucibles instead.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>What is the biggest difference between ceramic and graphite crucibles?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ceramic crucibles feature higher chemical stability and no carbon contamination. Graphite crucibles have better thermal shock resistance but cannot support high-purity production processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>How to choose crucible materials for continuous industrial production?<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can choose silicon carbide crucibles. They have stable performance, fast heat conduction, and long service life. They reduce frequent replacement and improve overall production efficiency.<\/p>\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>Crucibles made of various materials possess their own strength and uses. It is important to be fully aware of your operating temperature, heating media, purity, and frequency of operation before making your choice. An ideal crucible will minimize any breakages or contamination, thereby reducing the costs of operations.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a ceramic crucible that suits your high-temperature industry? Contact Newthink New Materials! We do our best to provide high-quality ceramic crucibles for your most demanding industries. Contact us for more information.<\/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.ajol.info\/index.php\/atbu\/article\/view\/243793\"><u>Bello, T. F., Dung, Z. E., Musa, S., Wuritka, E. G., &amp; Tokan, A. (2022). Potentials of graphite as a material for the production of crucibles.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>ATBU journal of environmental technology<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>,\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>15<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>(2), 57-69.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[2] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0892687525002742\"><u>Ma, Y., Li, J., Wu, Z., Zhang, H., Tan, X., Yi, Y., &#8230; &amp; Liu, L. (2025). Characteristics of high-purity quartz raw materials for crucibles and exploration of key purification technologies.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Minerals Engineering<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>,\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>231<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>, 109446.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[3] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thaiscience.info\/journals\/Article\/SJST\/10966582.pdf\"><u>Meethong, N., Sirirot, J., &amp; Srilomsak, S. (2013). Statistical analysis of composition and temperature for alumina crucible fabrication.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Suranaree J. Sci. Technol<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>,\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>20<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>(4), 317-327.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[4] <a href=\"https:\/\/books.google.com\/books?hl=en&amp;lr=&amp;id=tdx7lS4fO9wC&amp;oi=fnd&amp;pg=PP1&amp;dq=advanced+ceramics&amp;ots=O0qZZfET8U&amp;sig=uUg_aic8XgrMWwI_y6M1HeVHtuw\"><u>Somiya, S. (2013).\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Handbook of advanced ceramics: materials, applications, processing, and properties<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>. Academic press.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[5] <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.pnu.edu.ua\/index.php\/pcss\/article\/view\/6226\"><u>Soltys, L. M., Mironyuk, I. F., Mykytyn, I. M., Hnylytsia, I. D., &amp; Turovska, L. V. (2023). Synthesis and properties of silicon carbide.\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>Physics and Chemistry of Solid State<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>,\u00a0<\/u><em><u><i>24<\/i><\/u><\/em><u>(1), 5-16.<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crucibles are important containers of many high-temperature processes like melting and sintering. Crucibles made from various materials have some differences when considering their properties and cost. In practice, choosing the best crucible for a specific task is always challenging. 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