Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS
Heat-treated state
also Corning 9606
Pick for near-net shaping: the parent glass can be pressed, drawn or conventionally ground, then cerammed to final properties (with ~1–2 % shrinkage).
Values for the GREEN-GLASS condition
Other Pyroceram 9606 tempers and conditions
Pyroceram 9606 is listed in 2 conditions; see the grade overview at Pyroceram 9606.
- GREEN-GLASS
- CERAMMED
Compare all 2 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GREEN-GLASSThis page formed but not yet crystallized | Pick for near-net shaping: the parent glass can be pressed, drawn or conventionally ground, then cerammed to final properties (with ~1–2 % shrinkage). | — | 50 | 0 | 560 HV | 2 W/m·K |
CERAMMEDDefault fully crystallized, as-fired/ground surface | Standard fully crystallized condition for radomes, substrates and heat-resistant structural parts. | — | 120 | 0 | 700 HV | 4 W/m·K |
What is Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS?
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS is Pyroceram 9606 heat treated to GREEN-GLASS — pick for near-net shaping: the parent glass can be pressed, drawn or conventionally ground, then cerammed to final properties (with ~1–2 % shrinkage). Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS has a tensile strength of 50 MPa (7.25 ksi), stronger than 59% of glass grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 90 GPa (13.1 Msi). Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ (0.0903 lb/in³), lighter than 74% of glass grades. It melts at 1,350°C (2,462 °F). CERAMMED is the default condition FabDigit quotes; GREEN-GLASS is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- Stiff — 90 GPa (13.1 Msi), better than 75% of glass grades
Limitations
- Hard to polish — 70/100, worse than 76% of glass grades
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS properties
Typical room-temperature values for Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS; 15 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are Pyroceram 9606 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among glass grades.
Physical4
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ (0.0903 lb/in³), lighter than 74% of glass grades. It melts at 1,350°C (2,462 °F).
Mechanical13
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS has a tensile strength of 50 MPa (7.25 ksi), stronger than 59% of glass grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 90 GPa (13.1 Msi).
Thermal5
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS is rated for continuous service to 600°C (1,112 °F). It conducts heat at 1.7 W/m·K (0.982 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 66% of glass grades. Thermal expansion is 4 µm/m·K (2.22 µin/in·°F).
Electrical5
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS is an electrical insulator with a dielectric strength of 16 kV/mm (406.4 V/mil) and a resistivity of 1×10¹⁰ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental2
Corrosion resistance is very good (72/100), worse than 53% of glass grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS takes about 45 MJ of energy and emits 3 kg of CO₂ — less than 58% of glass grades. Typical recycled content is 5%.
Manufacturability3
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS's machinability is poor (25/100, better than 63% of glass grades).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS
Is Pyroceram 9606 easy to machine?
After ceramming only diamond grinding, lapping, ultrasonic or laser machining works; do rough shaping in the parent-glass state and allow ~1–2 % crystallization shrinkage.
Can Pyroceram 9606 be welded?
Not weldable; join by glass frit sealing, active-metal brazing or ceramic adhesives, matching CTE (~4.5 ppm/K) to avoid seal stress.
Can Pyroceram 9606 be formed, bent or molded?
Formed as a glass — pressed, spun, cast or drawn — then given a two-stage nucleation/crystal-growth heat treatment near 1100–1250 °C.
What surface finishes work on Pyroceram 9606?
Fine grinding and polishing raise strength by removing surface flaws; can be metallized (Mo-Mn or thin-film) for substrate and RF applications.
Pyroceram 9606 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| SiO2network former | 54 – 58 | 56 |
| Al2O3 | 18 – 22 | 20 |
| MgOforms cordierite phase | 13 – 16 | 15 |
| TiO2nucleating agent | 7 – 10 | 9 |
| As2O3 + minor oxidesfining agent / residual glassy phase modifiers | 0 – 1 | 0.5 |
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS — frequently asked
What is Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS used for?
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS is typically used for radome material, missile nose cones, cookware and heat exchangers. In short: original commercial glass-ceramic; service to 1200 °C; radome-grade glass-ceramic.
What is the tensile strength of Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS?
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS has a typical tensile strength of 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) — stronger than 59% of glass grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated poor (25/100, better than 63% of glass grades). After ceramming only diamond grinding, lapping, ultrasonic or laser machining works; do rough shaping in the parent-glass state and allow ~1–2 % crystallization shrinkage.
Can Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS be welded?
Not weldable; join by glass frit sealing, active-metal brazing or ceramic adhesives, matching CTE (~4.5 ppm/K) to avoid seal stress.
What surface finishes work on Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS?
Fine grinding and polishing raise strength by removing surface flaws; can be metallized (Mo-Mn or thin-film) for substrate and RF applications.
Can Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS be formed, bent or molded?
Formed as a glass — pressed, spun, cast or drawn — then given a two-stage nucleation/crystal-growth heat treatment near 1100–1250 °C.
What is the maximum service temperature of Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS?
Pyroceram 9606 GREEN-GLASS is rated for continuous use to about 600°C (1,112 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Sources
- Pyroceram Brand Glass-Ceramic Code 9606 Property Data — Corning Glass Works (1985)
- Engineered Materials Handbook Vol.4: Ceramics and Glasses — ASM International (1991)
- Glass-Ceramic Technology — Wiley/American Ceramic Society (Höland & Beall) (2012)
- Ceramic radome material property compilations (MAS glass-ceramics) — AFRL/NASA technical reports (1980)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.