PZTkeramika

PZTkeramika, also known as lead zirconate titanate, is a type of piezoelectric ceramic material. It is a solid solution of lead zirconate (PbZrO3) and lead titanate (PbTiO3). The material exhibits piezoelectric properties, meaning it can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa. This makes PZTkeramika useful in various applications, including sensors, actuators, and transducers.

The composition of PZTkeramika can be adjusted to optimize its properties for specific applications. For example, the ratio of zirconate to titanate can be varied to achieve different levels of piezoelectricity and Curie temperature. The Curie temperature is the temperature at which the material loses its piezoelectric properties.

PZTkeramika is typically manufactured through a process called sintering, where powdered PZT is heated to a high temperature to form a dense ceramic body. The resulting material is then polished and cut into the desired shape.

Due to its lead content, PZTkeramika is considered toxic and environmentally hazardous. As a result, there is ongoing research into lead-free piezoelectric materials as a more sustainable alternative. Despite this, PZTkeramika remains a widely used material in the field of piezoelectricity due to its excellent piezoelectric properties and relatively simple manufacturing process.