Pyrolytic Carbon
Verifiedceramic· PyC· LTIC· Ascension PyC
Pyrolytic carbon is a pure carbon ceramic produced by thermal decomposition of hydrocarbon gases, resulting in a dense, crystalline solid with excellent chemical inertness and biocompatibility. It is widely used in medical implants—particularly heart valve prostheses and orthopedic coatings—where its combination of wear resistance and biological tolerance makes it superior to polymeric alternatives; it also serves in high-temperature sealing applications, aerospace components, and nuclear reactor environments where chemical stability and low neutron absorption are critical.
prosthetic heart valvesorthopedic implant coatingshigh-temperature sealsaerospace thermal protectionnuclear reactor componentswear-resistant bearing surfaces
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flexural Strength (MOR)(σf) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Fracture Toughness(KIC) | — | Pa·√m | — | — | |
Hardness (Vickers)(HV) | — | HV | — | — | |
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | Pa | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
Environmental
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.