Advanced Ceramic Tooling for Zinc-Carbon and Alkaline Battery Production

Why Nilcra^® Zirconia?

All components are made from Nilcra^® Zirconia, a premium ceramic material offering:

• Exceptional strength and toughness
• High resistance to corrosive battery mixtures
• Outstanding wear resistance, even with abrasive materials
• Low coefficient of friction, minimizing surface wear
• Ultra low-galling properties, ensuring smooth operation
• Superior reliability, with a Weibull Modulus > 30
• Extended lifespan—up to 20–30 times longer than conventional steel tools
• Improved surface finish, reducing the need for post-processing

We supply high-performance ceramic tooling for the manufacture of zinc-carbon dry cells and alkaline batteries, using our advanced Nilcra^® Zirconia material. Our product range includes:

• Mixer units
• Extruders
• Liners
• Nozzles
• Ram tips
• Sweeper blades
• Dies
• Punches
• Crimping tools

Key Benefits

Using Nilcra^® Zirconia tooling in battery production delivers:

• Longer tool life and reduced replacement frequency
• Extended production runs with fewer stoppages
• Higher yields and better product consistency
• Lower maintenance costs and improved process efficiency