Cordierite, in both its porous and non-porous versions, has extraordinary properties that make it unique in various fields of application. This material is renowned for its low thermal conductivy, low expansion coefficient and low levels of resistance to heat and dielectric loss, as well as for its capacity to resist corrosion, above all in cast metal products. Moreover, thanks to its limited heat expansion, it is ideal for applications that require strict tolerances​.​
Porous cordierite, in contrast, has a lower level of mechanical resistance with respect to the non-porous version, but offers unique advantages thanks to its porosity. This characteristic enables it to absorb thermal impacts more effectively, making is particularly useful in situations of high thermal stress.