Viability of Some Kano-Nigerian Clays for Refractory Applications

2013 ◽  
Vol 315 ◽  
pp. 477-481 ◽  
Author(s):  
I.A. Rafukka ◽  
B. Onyekpe ◽  
Y. Tijjani
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Linear Shrinkage ◽  
Chemical Compositions ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Materials Used ◽  
Refractory Bricks

The physical properties of some materials used by local foundries were investigated with a view to assessing their suitability for use as low heat duty refractory bricks. The samples were collected from Malamai village, Gezawa Local Government, Kano state; they are Gezawa clay and Burji (Clay). The samples were crushed, ground, sieved and the chemical compositions were determined. The clay samples were treated separately as well as blended with Gezawa clay in different proportions and molded in to bricks. The bricks were dried and fired to 1100. Test for refractoriness, thermal shock resistance, linear shrinkage; bulk density, porosity and compressive strength were carried out on each of the specimen. Burji blended with 50% to 90% Gezawa clay gave improved thermal shock resistance with a refractoriness of 1300 and hence could be used for non ferrous melting cupolas.

scholarly journals EVALUATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF GAKEM AND ABOUCHICHE CLAY SAMPLES IN BEKWARRA LGA OF CROSS RIVER STATE FOR USE AS REFRACTORY MATERIALS

2017 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 844-848
Author(s):  
FA Ovat ◽  
DE Ewa ◽  
EA Egbe
Keyword(s):  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Linear Shrinkage ◽  
Apparent Porosity ◽  
Refractory Materials ◽  
Crushing Strength ◽  
Cold Crushing Strength ◽  
Shock Resistance

The characterization of some clay as refractory materials for furnace lining has become relevant to find solutions to the cost involved in the purchase and importation of these refractory materials. This work investigated the refractory properties of clay samples for their suitability for use in the industries. Clay samples were collected from Gakem and Abouchiche areas and analysed for physical and chemical properties to determine the suitability of the clays as refractory materials. The results showed cold crushing strength (21.46MN/m2), thermal shock resistance (27 cycles), bulk density (3.52g/cm3), linear shrinkage(3.80%), apparent porosity (28.84%) and permeability (80%) for Gakem; and cold cold crushing strength (18.40MN/m2), thermal shock resistance (25 cycles), bulk density(2.81g/cm3), linear shrinkage (3.70%), apparent porosity (25.86%) and permeability (77%) for Abouchiche respectively. The chemical compositions of these clay samples were also investigated. The results showed that the samples fall under Aluminosilicate type of clay because of their high values of Aluminium Oxide and Silicon Oxide. Tests showed that clay from these areas can be used to produce refractory materials that can withstand a furnace temperature of about 1600°C. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njt.v36i3.26

Effect of MgO/CuO on the Microstructure and Thermal Properties of Cordierite–Alumina Ceramics

2012 ◽  
Vol 509 ◽  
pp. 240-244
Author(s):  
Li Ying Tang ◽  
Xi Cheng ◽  
Ping Lu ◽  
Fang Yue
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Conductivity ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Laser Flash ◽  
Alumina Powder ◽  
Alumina Ceramics ◽  
Conductivity Increase ◽  
Shock Resistance

Abstract: Cordierite–alumina ceramics were prepared with the raw materials of cordierite and α-alumina powder, and TiO2，CuO and MgO were added as composite additives. The effect of MgO/ CuO ratios on the microstructure, thermal conductivity and thermal shock resistance of cordierite–alumina ceramics were researched by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and laser flash analyzer; the bulk density and the porosity of cordierite – alumina ceramics were measured. The results show that with increasing of MgO/CuO ratios, the bulk density and thermal conductivity increase firstly and then decrease, and have a minimum with 0.4wt% MgO and 0.667 MgO/CuO; and the porosity of ceramics decreases firstly and then increases and has a maximum with 0.4wt% MgO and 0.667 MgO/CuO;There are little changes in the size of the grain of the ceramics, and a small amount of magnesium aluminate spinel precipitate; the thermal shock resistance performance of the ceramics is developed with the increasing of MgO/CuO ratios.

Sic Based Ceramic Foams Reinforced by In Situ Mullite Whisker

2009 ◽  
Vol 79-82 ◽  
pp. 1983-1986 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Li Ji ◽  
Fei Xu ◽  
Hai Ya Chen
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Ceramic Foams ◽  
Sic Ceramic ◽  
Influence Of Temperature On ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Mullite Whiskers ◽  
Maximum Compressive Strength

Prepared silicon carbide(SiC) ceramic foams combined with mullite whiskers which synthesized by in-situ reaction. Studied on the influence of temperature on the synthesis of mullite whisker, and the influence of mullite content on the compressive strength, thermal shock resistance of SiC ceramic foams. The results indicate that the performance of mullite whiskers synthesized at 1400°Cwere best, when mullite content was 25%, SiC ceramic foams could reach the maximum compressive strength for 1.75MP, the most thermal shock resistance for14 times.

KUBOTA ALLOY KHR35CL

Alloy Digest ◽  
1999 ◽  
Vol 48 (9) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Tensile Properties ◽  
Thermal Fatigue ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Lower Carbon

Abstract Kubota alloy KRH35CL is similar to KHR35C but contains lower carbon for applications requiring good thermal fatigue and thermal shock resistance. This datasheet provides information on composition, physical properties, elasticity, and tensile properties as well as creep. It also includes information on high temperature performance as well as casting. Filing Code: SS-761. Producer or source: Kubota Metal Corporation.

Effect of Gezawa Clay on the Properties of Silica Stone for Refractory Brick

2013 ◽  
Vol 315 ◽  
pp. 11-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
I.A. Rafukka ◽  
B. Onyekpe ◽  
Y. Tijjani
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Apparent Porosity ◽  
Chemical Compositions ◽  
Refractory Brick ◽  
Crushing Strength ◽  
Cold Crushing Strength ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Made In ◽  
Fire Clay

The investigations centered on how addition of Gezawa clay (GC) affects the refractory properties of the Gezawa stone (GS) (Silica Stone) with a view to finding the optimum percentage of the blend that will give good refractory properties. The samples were crushed, ground, sieved and the chemical compositions were determined. Test samples were produced by blending the Gezawa stone with various proportions of Gezawa clay. The refractoriness of the samples was measured, and the samples were then fired to 1100and standard properties such as thermal shock resistance, cold crushing strength and apparent porosity were determined. The result shows that addition of Gezawa clay to Gezawa stone improves its thermal shock resistance but reduces the refractoriness, while the porosity was found to be within the specified range for fire clay and the cold crushing strength of the samples was high. Compromise could be made in selecting the percentage that would suit certain application.

Influence of Additives on Performance of Silicon Carbide Refractory

2012 ◽  
Vol 538-541 ◽  
pp. 2277-2280
Author(s):  
You Fu Guo ◽  
Ming Yue Zheng ◽  
Jing Long Bu ◽  
Yue Jun Chen ◽  
Li Xue Yu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Silicon Carbide ◽  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Silica Fume ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Carbide Refractory ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Silicon Carbide Refractory

Silicon carbide with diffierent granularity was used as raw material, quartz, silica fume, aluminum powder or alumina was used as additive with dosages of 1% (in mass, similarly hereinafter), 3% and 5%. Silicon carbide refractory material was prepared in oxidizing atmosphere at 1400 °C for 3 h. Performence of samples were researched by measurements of apparent porosity, bulk density, bending strength at room temperature, thermal shock resistance and thermal expansion rate, and analyzed by SEM. The results showed that samples added silica fume have low thermal expansion rate and apparent porosity, high bending strength and bulk density, good thermal shock resistance, compact texture as well. It can be deduced that 5% silica fume plays the excellent role to improve integrated performance of silicon carbide refractory material.

Research of Thermal Shock Resistance of Si3N4 and SiC

2012 ◽  
Vol 549 ◽  
pp. 691-694
Author(s):  
Fang Zhang ◽  
Zhi Liang Huang
Keyword(s):  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Shock ◽  
Thermal Shock Resistance ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Sintering Temperature ◽  
Silicon Powder ◽  
Nitrogen Atmosphere ◽  
Production Practice ◽  
Shock Resistance ◽  
Powder Content

The study is carried out combing with the production practice in Danjiangkou Hongyuan SiC limited. Si3N4 and SiC were prepared successfully from SiC and Silicon power in nitrogen atmosphere at 1425°C and 1375°C sintering temperature by the serial of techniques, such as ingredients, mixing, molding and drying, respectively. In the actual production, silicon powder content and sintering temperature will directly influence the products of the bending strength and thermal shock resistance. By measuring bending strength, porosities, bulk density, XRD and FESEM, the bending strength and thermal shock resistance of samples were studied mainly by changing sintering temperature and silicon powder content. The results show that bending strength and thermal shock resistance of sample which was added 16% Si powder is best. And bending strength and thermal shock resistance of sample of 1425°C sintering temperature is higher than that of 1375°C sintering temperature.

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