Cryogenic Technology

Cryo Aerogel
CryoSil-X™

Fiber-reinforced cryogenic silica aerogel with dual-stage hydrophobic treatment, engineered for liquid hydrogen tanks and extreme cold environments. Ultra-low thermal conductivity of 0.012 W/m·K enables revolutionary performance in aerospace, automotive, and industrial cryogenic applications.

Cryogenic Hydrogen Tank with Aerogel Insulation

Technical Specifications

Industry-leading performance characteristics for the most demanding cryogenic applications.

Thermal Conductivity

0.012 W/m·K (vacuum)

Density

0.07 g/cm³

Operating Temperature

−260°C to +150°C

Compressive Strength

0.95 MPa

Water Contact Angle

>125° (superhydrophobic)

Moisture Absorption

<1% by weight (24h)

Material Composition

Base Matrix
  • • Amorphous Silica (SiO₂): 80–85 wt%
  • • Hexamethyldisilazane (HMDS): 5–8 wt%
  • • Methyltrimethoxysilane (MTMS): 0.5–1 wt%
Reinforcement
  • • Kevlar® Microfibers (5–10 mm): 5–7 wt%
  • • Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA): 2–3 wt%

Key Applications

Cryogenic Hydrogen Tanks

Lightweight insulation for liquid hydrogen storage in aerospace and UAV systems, enabling longer range and higher payload capacity.

LNG & Industrial Cryogenics

Ultra-efficient insulation for liquefied natural gas transport and industrial cryogenic processes, reducing boil-off losses.

Electric Vehicle Batteries

Thermal management for EV battery systems, protecting against extreme cold and improving cold-weather performance.

Key Benefits

Kevlar microfiber reinforcement prevents cracking under composite manufacturing stress
Dual-stage hydrophobic treatment (HMDS + MTMS) ensures long-term moisture resistance
Compatible with vacuum lamination, VARTM, and autoclave composite processes
Ambient pressure drying option reduces manufacturing costs by 50-70%
Maintains structural integrity through thermal cycling from -260°C to +150°C
Significantly lighter than foam insulation - reduces system weight by 60-80%

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