Aluminium Nitride (AlN) ceramic is a technical ceramic material renowned for its exceptional thermal conductivity and remarkable electrical insulating properties.
Aluminium Nitride (AlN) has a high thermal conductivity that ranges from 160 to 230 W/mK. It exhibits favorable characteristics for applications in telecommunications technology due to its compatibility with both thick and thin film processing techniques.
Consequently, Aluminum Nitride ceramic is widely used as a substrate for semiconductors, high-power electronic devices, housings, and heat sinks.
Typical Grades (by thermal conductivity and forming process)
160 W/mK (Hot Pressing )
180 W/mK (Dry Pressing & Tape Casting)
200 W/mK (Tape Casting)
230 W/mK (Tape Casting)
Typical Properties
Very high thermal conductivity
Outstanding thermal shock resistance
Good dielectric properties
Low thermal expansion coefficient
Good metalization capacity
Typical Applications
Heat sinks
Laser components
High-power electrical insulators
Components for managing molten metal
Fixtures and insulators for semiconductor manufacturing