3M™ Nextel™ 312, 440 & 610 for Aerospace & Thermal Shielding
3M™ Nextel™ 312, 440 & 610 for Aerospace & Thermal Shielding

3M™ Nextel™ 312 Alumina–Boria–Silica Yarn

High-Temperature Ceramic Fiber Yarn for Thermal Protection

Nextel™ 312 Alumina–Boria–Silica Yarn is a high-performance continuous filament ceramic fiber designed for extreme temperature environments and advanced thermal protection systems.

Composed of alumina (Al₂O₃), boria (B₂O₃), and silica (SiO₂), this yarn delivers exceptional thermal stability, oxidation resistance, and mechanical strength.

It maintains performance in temperatures approaching 1200°C, making it ideal for aerospace insulation, industrial heat shielding, and high-temperature textile applications.

What is Nextel 312 Yarn?

Nextel 312 is a continuous ceramic filament yarn engineered for long-term thermal stability and durability in oxidizing environments. It retains flexibility, strength, and dimensional stability under repeated heating cycles.

Key Features

  • Continuous operating temperature up to 1200°C
  • Alumina–boria–silica ceramic composition
  • Excellent oxidation and chemical resistance
  • High tensile strength at elevated temperatures
  • Superior thermal shock resistance
  • Non-combustible and flame resistant
  • Lightweight and flexible

Typical Applications

  • Aerospace thermal protection systems
  • Aircraft and turbine engine insulation
  • Woven ceramic fabrics
  • Braided sleeves and insulation ropes
  • Industrial furnace insulation
  • Heat shields and thermal barriers
  • Ceramic matrix composite (CMC) reinforcement

Advantages

  • Excellent durability in high-temperature environments
  • Reliable insulation performance
  • High strength retention at elevated temperatures
  • Long service life

FAQs

It is a ceramic fiber yarn made from alumina, boria, and silica for high-temperature applications.

It can operate at temperatures up to approximately 1200°C.

Yes, it is widely used to produce woven fabrics, sleeves, tapes, and insulation textiles.

Product Tags

Nextel 312 alumina boria silica yarn, ceramic fiber yarn, high-temperature insulation yarn, aerospace insulation textile, thermal shielding yarn