Cryocompatible Ceramic Components
BCE develops material pairings for cryogenic applications
BCE Special Ceramics develops cryocompatible ceramic components for applications where extreme temperatures and media such as liquid hydrogen are involved. Initial components are already successfully in operation.
We are currently taking the next step: material pairings and surfaces are specifically designed to ensure that friction, wear and tribological effects remain stable under cryogenic conditions. This is precisely where costly failures occur in practice: the material performs well on paper but fails in real interaction.
The cryogenic temperature range typically begins below approximately 120 Kelvin. Liquid hydrogen is around 20 Kelvin at atmospheric pressure. In this environment, material properties, contact behavior and wear mechanisms change significantly.
If you are designing components or assemblies for cryogenic applications, we support you with feasibility, material strategy and evaluation of critical design areas.
