HfO2 vs TiO2 Ceramic
Ceramic · grade comparison
HfO2 and TiO2 Ceramic are both ceramic grades. TiO2 Ceramic is harder — 950 HV against 800 HV for HfO2 — which matters for wear surfaces and threads. TiO2 Ceramic is lighter (4.15 g/cm³ vs 9.5 g/cm³ for HfO2) and HfO2 runs hotter in service (2,200°C vs 1,100°C continuous).
HfO2Choose it when the part sees heat.
TiO2 CeramicChoose it when surface hardness matters, or when weight is the constraint.
HfO2 vs TiO2 Ceramic: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all ceramic grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all ceramic grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Vickers
Hardness, Knoop
Hardness, Mohs
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Same in both: Shear Modulus 95 GPa13.8 Msi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Refractive Index
Porosity
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Dielectric Strength
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Volume Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Sintering / Firing Temperature
Same in both: Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Thermal Diffusivity
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every ceramic grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | HfO2 | TiO2 Ceramic |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
HfO2 vs TiO2 Ceramic — frequently asked
What is the difference between HfO2 and TiO2 Ceramic?
HfO2 and TiO2 Ceramic are both ceramic grades. TiO2 Ceramic is harder — 950 HV against 800 HV for HfO2 — which matters for wear surfaces and threads. TiO2 Ceramic is lighter (4.15 g/cm³ vs 9.5 g/cm³ for HfO2) and HfO2 runs hotter in service (2,200°C vs 1,100°C continuous).
Which is cheaper, HfO2 or TiO2 Ceramic?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose HfO2 over TiO2 Ceramic?
Pick HfO2 when the part sees heat. Pick TiO2 Ceramic when surface hardness matters, or when weight is the constraint.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in HfO2 and TiO2 Ceramic side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.