Fused Silica for the Photovoltaic Industry

A key component for the mass production of multi crystal Solar Grade Silicon ingots is the availability of large ceramic crucibles in which ingots are manufactured.

Almost two decades ago, VESUVIUS has developed a unique process to produce these complex ceramic parts on a commercial scale.

Fused Silica ceramics were selected for their unique properties:
- Exceptional resistance to thermal shock
- Very high purity
- Chemical stability
- Mechanical resistance
- Refractoriness