NARCO Literature 2004

IRON MAKING
Blast Furnace
Casthouse Applications
Hot Blast Sstoves
Torpedo & Iron Ladles

BOF
BOF ISOTAPTM
BOFTM Series Brick

ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE

AC Electric Arc Furnace
EAF 100 Series Furnace Bricks
EAF Slag Door
EBT ISOTAP Design

DEGASSERS
Degassrs

AOD
AOD

LADLES
COMANCHE®
Dry Vibratables for ladles
Impact Pads/Bottoms
ISO-STARTM Well & Pocket Blocks
Mag-Car/Mag-Al-Car Ladle Slag Line Brick
Steel Ladle Brick Lining Design
TIGHTLINE® CLG
Transition Zone Brick

TUNDISH
Tundish Furniture
Tundish Management

REHEAT FURNACE
Reheat Furnace
PRISM Reheat Furnace Floor Block

EMISSHIELD
EMISSHIELD
INSWOOL®
Blanket Products
Ceramic Fiber Boards
Modules
Ropes & Braids
Pumpable
Utility Paper
2300 Paper
 ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS RECOMMENDED BRANDS
TUYERES, IRON & CINDER NOTCHES
High alumina, high-strength products
with excellent abrasion and thermal
KORUNDAL XD®
TUFLINE® 90
BLAST
shock resistance. TUFLINE® 95 DM
COOLER PACKING
High conductive ram material required. GRAPHPAK-45, GRAPHPAK-85
FURNACE
SHELL PACKING
Material used to fill gap between GREENLITE EXPRESS®-24,
brick lining and shell. EXPRESS®-27, HYDROCRETE NARCO offers a proven complete refractory package for the Blast
Furnace Process. From the hearth bottom up thru the bosh and
BLOW-IN LINING stack, the refractory design will vary due to the service conditions
Provides protection for the higher quality, CLIPPER® DP and destructive forces in each zone of the furnace. We will work
higher cost working lining during initial EMPIRE® S closely with each customer to ensure that their needs are addressed
blow-in/heat-up of the furnace. and the proper materials are selected for each location of the fur-
BUSTLE PIPE nace. Several alternatives may be offered depending upon the cool-
Refractory-lined pipe that circles the furnace UFALA® XCR ing design and campaign goals of the furnace.
and supplies the hot blast air to the tuyeres UFALA®

CASTABLES MIZZOU GREENLITE

TECHNICAL DATA KS-4® EXPRESS®-27 CASTABLE® EXPRESS®-24 HYDROCRETE® Sub-Hearth
Physical Properties (Typical) UFALA® KX-99®-BF CLIPPER® DP
Bulk Density, (pcf) 127 137 143 102 123
Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
KALA® KX-99®
After 220°F 900 1,500 1,075 1,000 1,200
After 1500°F 600 1,200 700 750 250 Bosh
Crushing Strength, (psi)
KORUNDAL XD® UFALA® TI
After 220°F 4,150 12,500 5,000 7,900 5,000
After 1500°F 2,600 8,000 3,000 4,500 1,500
Permanent Linear Change (%) Lower Stack
After 220°F Nil Nil -0.1 Nil Nil
After 1500°F -0.2 -0.2 -0.2 -0.3 -0.3
UFALA® XCR KALA® SR
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %) UFALA® KALA®
Silica (SiO2) 41.9 43.7 32.5 42.6 44.2
Alumina (Al2O3) 45.0 48.1 60.0 47.7 35.5 (White or T.I. versions offered)
Titania (TiO2) 2.6 2.0 2.5 1.7 1.8
Iron Oxide
Lime
(Fe2O3)
(CaO)
2.3
7.1
1.0
4.2
1.5
2.5
1.0
6.0
1.5
15.0
Middle Stack
Magnesia (MgO) 0.4 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.9 UFALA® XCR KALA® SR KX-99®-BF
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.7 0.8 0.6 0.8 1.1
UFALA® KALA® KX-99®
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied. Upper Stack/Stockline
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user. HW® 3-75 KALA® KX-99®
KALA® SR KX-99® BF
North American Refractories Company
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO124 (4/03) 3C
 HIGH ALUMINA BRICK
Blast Furnace TECHNICAL DATA KORUNDAL XD® UFALA® XCR UFALA® HW® 3-75 KALA® SR KALA®

Physical Properties (Typical)

Bulk Density, (pcf) 186 159 157 161 153 152

Apparent Porosity, (%) 16.1 14.1 14.3 14.9 14.1 14.4
Crushing Strength, (psi)
DESTRUCTIVE RECOMMENDED At 70°F 11,350 7,400 8,410 – – 7,400

FACTORS BRANDS Modulus of Rupture, (psi)

Top Top At 70°F 2,330 2,200 2,640 3,900 1,500 1,730

Abrasion VERSAGUN® BF
- Low Iron Products Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
Silica (SiO2) 9.5 36.8 38.2 26.2 44.7 46.6

Stockline Alumina (Al2O3) 90.1 60.3 58.1 66.8 51.6 49.6

Stockline Titania (TiO2) Trace 1.3 2.2 1.9 1.5 2.2
KS-4V®
Abrasion Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.1 1.1 1.2 1.0 1.3 1.3
Impact EXPRESS®-27
MIZZOU CASTABLE Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.1
- Low Iron Products
Magnesia (MgO) Trace 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.3 0.1
Phosphorus Pentoxide (P2O5) – – – 3.7 – –
Upper Stack
Upper Stack HW® 3-75 KX-99®-BF Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.2 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.1
Abrasion
KALA® SR KX-99®
Impact
(SiC also used) KALA®

Middle Stack
Middle Stack UFALA® XCR KALA®
FIRECLAY BRICK
Thermal Shock TECHNICAL DATA KX-99®-BF KX-99® CLIPPER® DP EMPIRE® S
UFALA® KX-99®-BF
Abrasion
KALA® SR KX-99® Physical Properties (Typical)
Alkali Attack
(SiC also used) Bulk Density, (pcf) 142 143 142 133
Lower Stack Apparent Porosity, (%) 12.2 12.0 15.3 19.0
UFALA® XCR KALA® SR Crushing Strength, (psi )
Lower Stack UFALA® KALA® At 70°F 8,000 9,000 6,300 3,500
Thermal Shock
(White or tar-impregnated versions available) Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
Alkali Attack
(Graphite and SiC At 70°F 1,950 2,200 1,350 1,100
also used)
Bosh
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
KORUNDAL XD®
Silica (SiO2) 52.6 52.6 52.6 58.1
Bosh UFALA® TI
Alumina (Al2O3) 42.2 42.2 42.2 36.0
Thermal Shock
Titania (TiO2) 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.0
Alkali Attack Bottom Block
(Product selection Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.7
depends upon type
UFALA® KALA® Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3
& amount of cooling) KX-99®-BF KX-99® Magnesia (MgO) 0.3 2.3 0.3 0.4
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.9 0.9 0.9 1.5
Sub-Hearth
Hearth/Sub-Hearth UFALA® KX-99® The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant
Low Permeability KALA® CLIPPER® DP production by standard ASTM procedures where applicable. Variation from the above data may
Resistant to Alkali occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification pur-
and Iron Penetration
KX-99®-BF poses. All statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable
but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
(Usually Lined with
Carbon/Graphite) Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representa-
tion or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free of patent infringe-
ment of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 HIGH ALUMINA BRICK
Blast Furnace TECHNICAL DATA KORUNDAL XD® UFALA® XCR UFALA® HW® 3-75 KALA® SR KALA®

Physical Properties (Typical)

Bulk Density, (pcf) 186 159 157 161 153 152

Apparent Porosity, (%) 16.1 14.1 14.3 14.9 14.1 14.4
Crushing Strength, (psi)
DESTRUCTIVE RECOMMENDED At 70°F 11,350 7,400 8,410 – – 7,400

FACTORS BRANDS Modulus of Rupture, (psi)

Top Top At 70°F 2,330 2,200 2,640 3,900 1,500 1,730

Abrasion VERSAGUN® BF
- Low Iron Products Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
Silica (SiO2) 9.5 36.8 38.2 26.2 44.7 46.6

Stockline Alumina (Al2O3) 90.1 60.3 58.1 66.8 51.6 49.6

Stockline Titania (TiO2) Trace 1.3 2.2 1.9 1.5 2.2
KS-4V®
Abrasion Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.1 1.1 1.2 1.0 1.3 1.3
Impact EXPRESS®-27
MIZZOU CASTABLE Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.1
- Low Iron Products
Magnesia (MgO) Trace 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.3 0.1
Phosphorus Pentoxide (P2O5) – – – 3.7 – –
Upper Stack
Upper Stack HW® 3-75 KX-99®-BF Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.2 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.4 0.1
Abrasion
KALA® SR KX-99®
Impact
(SiC also used) KALA®

Middle Stack
Middle Stack UFALA® XCR KALA®
FIRECLAY BRICK
Thermal Shock TECHNICAL DATA KX-99®-BF KX-99® CLIPPER® DP EMPIRE® S
UFALA® KX-99®-BF
Abrasion
KALA® SR KX-99® Physical Properties (Typical)
Alkali Attack
(SiC also used) Bulk Density, (pcf) 142 143 142 133
Lower Stack Apparent Porosity, (%) 12.2 12.0 15.3 19.0
UFALA® XCR KALA® SR Crushing Strength, (psi )
Lower Stack UFALA® KALA® At 70°F 8,000 9,000 6,300 3,500
Thermal Shock
(White or tar-impregnated versions available) Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
Alkali Attack
(Graphite and SiC At 70°F 1,950 2,200 1,350 1,100
also used)
Bosh
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
KORUNDAL XD®
Silica (SiO2) 52.6 52.6 52.6 58.1
Bosh UFALA® TI
Alumina (Al2O3) 42.2 42.2 42.2 36.0
Thermal Shock
Titania (TiO2) 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.0
Alkali Attack Bottom Block
(Product selection Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.7
depends upon type
UFALA® KALA® Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3
& amount of cooling) KX-99®-BF KX-99® Magnesia (MgO) 0.3 2.3 0.3 0.4
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.9 0.9 0.9 1.5
Sub-Hearth
Hearth/Sub-Hearth UFALA® KX-99® The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant
Low Permeability KALA® CLIPPER® DP production by standard ASTM procedures where applicable. Variation from the above data may
Resistant to Alkali occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification pur-
and Iron Penetration
KX-99®-BF poses. All statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable
but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
(Usually Lined with
Carbon/Graphite) Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representa-
tion or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free of patent infringe-
ment of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS RECOMMENDED BRANDS
TUYERES, IRON & CINDER NOTCHES
High alumina, high-strength products
with excellent abrasion and thermal
KORUNDAL XD®
TUFLINE® 90
BLAST
shock resistance. TUFLINE® 95 DM
COOLER PACKING
High conductive ram material required. GRAPHPAK-45, GRAPHPAK-85
FURNACE
SHELL PACKING
Material used to fill gap between GREENLITE EXPRESS®-24,
brick lining and shell. EXPRESS®-27, HYDROCRETE NARCO offers a proven complete refractory package for the Blast
Furnace Process. From the hearth bottom up thru the bosh and
BLOW-IN LINING stack, the refractory design will vary due to the service conditions
Provides protection for the higher quality, CLIPPER® DP and destructive forces in each zone of the furnace. We will work
higher cost working lining during initial EMPIRE® S closely with each customer to ensure that their needs are addressed
blow-in/heat-up of the furnace. and the proper materials are selected for each location of the fur-
BUSTLE PIPE nace. Several alternatives may be offered depending upon the cool-
Refractory-lined pipe that circles the furnace UFALA® XCR ing design and campaign goals of the furnace.
and supplies the hot blast air to the tuyeres UFALA®

CASTABLES MIZZOU GREENLITE

TECHNICAL DATA KS-4® EXPRESS®-27 CASTABLE® EXPRESS®-24 HYDROCRETE® Sub-Hearth
Physical Properties (Typical) UFALA® KX-99®-BF CLIPPER® DP
Bulk Density, (pcf) 127 137 143 102 123
Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
KALA® KX-99®
After 220°F 900 1,500 1,075 1,000 1,200
After 1500°F 600 1,200 700 750 250 Bosh
Crushing Strength, (psi)
KORUNDAL XD® UFALA® TI
After 220°F 4,150 12,500 5,000 7,900 5,000
After 1500°F 2,600 8,000 3,000 4,500 1,500
Permanent Linear Change (%) Lower Stack
After 220°F Nil Nil -0.1 Nil Nil
After 1500°F -0.2 -0.2 -0.2 -0.3 -0.3
UFALA® XCR KALA® SR
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %) UFALA® KALA®
Silica (SiO2) 41.9 43.7 32.5 42.6 44.2
Alumina (Al2O3) 45.0 48.1 60.0 47.7 35.5 (White or T.I. versions offered)
Titania (TiO2) 2.6 2.0 2.5 1.7 1.8
Iron Oxide
Lime
(Fe2O3)
(CaO)
2.3
7.1
1.0
4.2
1.5
2.5
1.0
6.0
1.5
15.0
Middle Stack
Magnesia (MgO) 0.4 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.9 UFALA® XCR KALA® SR KX-99®-BF
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.7 0.8 0.6 0.8 1.1
UFALA® KALA® KX-99®
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied. Upper Stack/Stockline
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user. HW® 3-75 KALA® KX-99®
KALA® SR KX-99® BF
North American Refractories Company
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO124 (4/03) 3C
Refractory Castables for
Casthouse Applications
D-CAST Low Moisture Castables Set the Standard for Ironmaking
Casthouse Applications
D-CAST TRC-SR D-CAST TRC-OR PLUS
D-CAST TRC-SR PLUS D-CAST TRC-OR
D-CAST TRC-69 D-CAST 85HS
D-CAST XZR-OR D-CAST 85TM
SHOTKAST TRW

Characterized by:
HIGH HOT STRENGTHS
EXCELLENT RESISTANCE TO SLAG
AND IRON CORROSION
OUTSTANDING RESISTANCE TO OXIDATION
HIGH RESISTANCE TO THERMAL SHOCK
GOOD ADHERENCE WHEN PATCHING
Applications Include:
IRON TROUGHS
IRON/SLAG RUNNERS
TILTING RUNNERS
TAPHOLE FACES
COVERS
PRECAST SHAPES including Skimmer Block,
Spouts, Backup Linings, Runners, etc.
MAINTENANCE with SHOTKAST TRW
 APPLICATION AREAS
MAIN RUNNERS SKIMMER TILTING TAPHOLE COVERS
TROUGH SLAG IRON BLOCK RUNNER FACE

D-CAST TRC-SR

D-CAST TRC-SR PLUS

D-CAST TRC-OR

D-CAST TRC-OR PLUS

D-CAST TRC-69

D-CAST XZR-OR

D-CAST 85HS

D-CAST 85TM

TECHNICAL DATA D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST D-CAST SHOT-
TRC-SR TRC-SR TRC-OR TRC-OR TRC-69 XZR-OR 85HS 85TM KAST
PLUS PLUS TRW

230oF Dried Properties

Density, (pcf) 194 194 193 193 185 190 179 189 179

Porosity (%) 9 9 10 10 11 10 17 12 16

MOR (psi) 1900 2100 2100 2200 1800 2100 1300 1600 1200
2500°F HMOR (psi) 600 400 1000 350 1100 1400 1700 500 330
Slag Corrosion Index 1.0 0.85 1.1 1.0 1.6 N.R. N.R. N.R. 2.0
Oxidation Index 1.0 1.0 0.85 0.85 1.2 N.F.C. N.F.C. N.F.C. 1.1
Strength Loss (%) 5 10 5 10 5 18 55 45 10

Chemical Analysis (%)

Silica (SiO2) 4.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 6.2 6.8 9.3 10.9 5.0
Alumina (Al2O3) 72.0 71.5 71.0 70.5 69.0 61.3 85.0 82.8 71.0
Lime (CaO) 1.2 1.2 1.3 1.2 1.2 1.0 0.6 1.0 1.3
Silicon Carbide + Carbon (SiC+C) 18.0 18.0 18.0 18.0 18.0 26.0 0.0 0.0 18.0

N.R. = Not Recommended for slag contact

N.F.C. = No Free Carbon
Slag Corrosion Index: Based on corrosion in induction furnace @2850°F with synthetic BF slag relative to D-CAST TRC-SR. A lower index is better.
Oxidation Index: Based on increase in porosity between drying @ 230oF and oxidizing @ 2000°F for 5 hours. A lower index is better.
Strength Loss: Based on strength loss after coking @ 1800°F for SiC/C products and firing @ 2200°F for SiC/C-free products. A low loss is better.

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where
applicable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes.
All statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsi-
bility of any kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such
use or that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO123 (4/03) 3C
www.naref.com
CASTABLES
TECHNICAL DATA ULTRA-GREEN 57A ULTRA-GREEN 60 HP-CAST ULTRA FASKAST 65 CF

Physical Properties (Typical)

Maximum Service Temperature 3000oF 3000oF 3400oF 3200oF

HOT BLAST
Bulk Density, (pcf) 161 153 195 155
Hot Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
At 1500°F
At 2500°F
1,930
750
3,300
2,200
3,000
3,500
1,100
3,500 (at 2000oF)
STOVES
Crushing Strength, (psi)
After 220°F 9,450 7,100 7,000 –
After 1500°F 10,200 6,400 9,500 3,800
NARCO offers a proven complete refractory package for the zoned
Permanent Linear Change (%)
lining concept for hot blast stoves with dome temperatures ranging
After 220°F Nil Nil 0.0 0.0
from 2400°F through 2800°F. Important factors affecting the refracto-
After 1500°F +0.1 -0.2 -0.1 0.0 ry selection in each zone are the service temperatures, creep resist-
After 2000°F +0.1 -0.4 +0.3 – ance, heat storage capacity (bulk density) and chemistry (purity) of
After 2500°F +0.3 -0.2 +0.5 -0.2 the refractory. NARCO will work with customers to ensure that all
stove design parameters are addressed with the proper and most
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %) cost efficient refractory selection while considering the proper hot
Silica (SiO2) 36.6 33.8 0.1 33.0 strength, thermal shock resistance and alkali resistance for each
Alumina (Al2O3) 60.1 62.1 96.3 63.7
zone of the design. In addition NARCO has years of experience
Titania (TiO2) 0.7 1.9 – 1.9
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.7 0.9 0.1 1.0
manufacturing checker brick of all qualities and designs to height
Lime (CaO) 1.2 1.1 2.5 – ranges as tight as 1.0 mm.
Magnesia (MgO) – 0.1 0.8 –
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.4 0.1 0.2 0.2
NARCO STOVE BRANDS
MORTARS No. 36 REFRACTORY HARWACO High Fired Superduty
TECHNICAL DATA CEMENT® BOND® ‘SAIRBOND TATA-SNM

Physical Properties (Typical)

CLIPPER DP® KX-99®
Modulus of Rupture, (psi) KX-99® BF
After Drying at 230 F o
550 -1000 1,230 650 –

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

50% Alumina Semi-Mullite
Silica (SiO2) 23.0 -28.0 37.7 52.8 94.1 KALA® CRYLA®
Alumina (Al2O3) 65.0 - 70.0 54.9 40.0 4.1
Titania (TiO2) 2.0 - 3.0 2.4 2.4 –
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.0 - 2.0 1.1 1.2 1.1 60% Alumina Mullite
Lime (CaO) Trace - 0.2 0.2 0.2 –
Magnesia (MgO) Trace - 0.2 0.1 0.3 –
UFALA®
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 2.0 - 3.0 3.6 3.1 –

50%-65% Alumina Mullite/Andalusite

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state- KALA® SR UFALA® MCR
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
UFALA® XCR UFALA® ECR
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

Silica
TATA-BFSB TATA-BFSB
North American Refractories Company
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO127 (8/04) 1C
 TECHNICAL DATA
UFALA® ECR UFALA® MCR UFALA® XCR UFALA®

Hot Blast Stove Bulk Density, (pcf) 164 159 159 157

Fireclay and High Alumina Refractories Crushing Strength, (psi)

At 70°F – 7,000 7,400
Permanent Linear Change (%)
After Heating at 2910°F (1600°C) +0.1 – -0.2 -0.1
After Heating at 3092°F (1700°C) – -0.5 – –
Dome, Skinwall, Upper Checkers & Creep Test, DIN Furnace, 28.4 psi,
% Subsidence in Period
Ringwall
Between 20-50 Hours, Hold
UFALA® ECR at 2460°F (1350°C) – – – 0.27
UFALA® MCR at 2550°F (1400°C) – – 0.17 –
UFALA® XCR at 2640°F (1450°C) – 0.12 – –
UFALA® at 2732°F (1500°C) 0.2 – – –
TATA-BFSB Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
TATA-BFSCH Silica (SiO2) 33.5 35.8 36.8 38.2
Alumina (Al2O3) 65.3 62.0 60.3 58.1
Titania (TiO2) 0.2 0.7 1.3 2.2
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.5 0.9 1.1 1.2
Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
Magnesia (MgO) 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.1
Middle Checkers & Ringwall Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.1

UFALA®
KALA® SR
TECHNICAL DATA
KALA® KALA® SR KALA® CRYLA® KX-99® CLIPPER® DP TATA-BFSB TATA-BFSCH
CRYLA®
Bulk Density, (pcf) 153 152 150 143 142 114 114

Crushing Strength, (ps)i

At 70°F – 7,400 8,210 9,000 6,300 5,400 4,300
Permanent Linear Change (%) –
Lower Checkers & Ringwall After Heating at 2910°F (1600°C) – +0.6 +0.4 -0.4 -0.3 – –

CRYLA® After Heating at 2732°C (1500°C) – – – – – -0.14 -0.15

KALA® Creep Test, DIN Furnace, 28.4 psi,

% Subsidence in Period
KX 99®
Between 20-50 Hours
CLIPPER® DP
Hold at 2460°F (1350°C) – 0.08 0.11 – – – –
(UFALA - Bottom Checkers)
Hold at 2732°C (1500°C) – – – – – 0.08 0.09

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

Special Shapes in Openings, Dome, etc. Silica (SiO2) 44.7 46.6 49.9 52.6 52.6 95.4 95.4
ULTRA-GREEN 57A Alumina (Al2O3) 51.6 49.6 46.5 42.2 42.2 0.6 0.6
Titania (TiO2) 1.5 2.2 2.0 2.3 2.3 0.1 0.1
Special Shapes in Hot Blast Outlet Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.3 1.3 1.2 1.4 1.4 0.9 0.9
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 2.7 2.7
ULTRA-GREEN 60 Magnesia (MgO) 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.3 0.3 – –
FASKAST 65 CF Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.4 0.1 0.2 0.9 0.9 – –

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 TECHNICAL DATA
UFALA® ECR UFALA® MCR UFALA® XCR UFALA®

Hot Blast Stove Bulk Density, (pcf) 164 159 159 157

Fireclay and High Alumina Refractories Crushing Strength, (psi)

At 70°F – 7,000 7,400
Permanent Linear Change (%)
After Heating at 2910°F (1600°C) +0.1 – -0.2 -0.1
After Heating at 3092°F (1700°C) – -0.5 – –
Dome, Skinwall, Upper Checkers & Creep Test, DIN Furnace, 28.4 psi,
% Subsidence in Period
Ringwall
Between 20-50 Hours, Hold
UFALA® ECR at 2460°F (1350°C) – – – 0.27
UFALA® MCR at 2550°F (1400°C) – – 0.17 –
UFALA® XCR at 2640°F (1450°C) – 0.12 – –
UFALA® at 2732°F (1500°C) 0.2 – – –
TATA-BFSB Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
TATA-BFSCH Silica (SiO2) 33.5 35.8 36.8 38.2
Alumina (Al2O3) 65.3 62.0 60.3 58.1
Titania (TiO2) 0.2 0.7 1.3 2.2
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.5 0.9 1.1 1.2
Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
Magnesia (MgO) 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.1
Middle Checkers & Ringwall Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.1

UFALA®
KALA® SR
TECHNICAL DATA
KALA® KALA® SR KALA® CRYLA® KX-99® CLIPPER® DP TATA-BFSB TATA-BFSCH
CRYLA®
Bulk Density, (pcf) 153 152 150 143 142 114 114

Crushing Strength, (ps)i

At 70°F – 7,400 8,210 9,000 6,300 5,400 4,300
Permanent Linear Change (%) –
Lower Checkers & Ringwall After Heating at 2910°F (1600°C) – +0.6 +0.4 -0.4 -0.3 – –

CRYLA® After Heating at 2732°C (1500°C) – – – – – -0.14 -0.15

KALA® Creep Test, DIN Furnace, 28.4 psi,

% Subsidence in Period
KX 99®
Between 20-50 Hours
CLIPPER® DP
Hold at 2460°F (1350°C) – 0.08 0.11 – – – –
(UFALA - Bottom Checkers)
Hold at 2732°C (1500°C) – – – – – 0.08 0.09

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

Special Shapes in Openings, Dome, etc. Silica (SiO2) 44.7 46.6 49.9 52.6 52.6 95.4 95.4
ULTRA-GREEN 57A Alumina (Al2O3) 51.6 49.6 46.5 42.2 42.2 0.6 0.6
Titania (TiO2) 1.5 2.2 2.0 2.3 2.3 0.1 0.1
Special Shapes in Hot Blast Outlet Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.3 1.3 1.2 1.4 1.4 0.9 0.9
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 2.7 2.7
ULTRA-GREEN 60 Magnesia (MgO) 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.3 0.3 – –
FASKAST 65 CF Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.4 0.1 0.2 0.9 0.9 – –

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
CASTABLES
TECHNICAL DATA ULTRA-GREEN 57A ULTRA-GREEN 60 HP-CAST ULTRA FASKAST 65 CF

Physical Properties (Typical)

Maximum Service Temperature 3000oF 3000oF 3400oF 3200oF

HOT BLAST
Bulk Density, (pcf) 161 153 195 155
Hot Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
At 1500°F
At 2500°F
1,930
750
3,300
2,200
3,000
3,500
1,100
3,500 (at 2000oF)
STOVES
Crushing Strength, (psi)
After 220°F 9,450 7,100 7,000 –
After 1500°F 10,200 6,400 9,500 3,800
NARCO offers a proven complete refractory package for the zoned
Permanent Linear Change (%)
lining concept for hot blast stoves with dome temperatures ranging
After 220°F Nil Nil 0.0 0.0
from 2400°F through 2800°F. Important factors affecting the refracto-
After 1500°F +0.1 -0.2 -0.1 0.0 ry selection in each zone are the service temperatures, creep resist-
After 2000°F +0.1 -0.4 +0.3 – ance, heat storage capacity (bulk density) and chemistry (purity) of
After 2500°F +0.3 -0.2 +0.5 -0.2 the refractory. NARCO will work with customers to ensure that all
stove design parameters are addressed with the proper and most
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %) cost efficient refractory selection while considering the proper hot
Silica (SiO2) 36.6 33.8 0.1 33.0 strength, thermal shock resistance and alkali resistance for each
Alumina (Al2O3) 60.1 62.1 96.3 63.7
zone of the design. In addition NARCO has years of experience
Titania (TiO2) 0.7 1.9 – 1.9
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.7 0.9 0.1 1.0
manufacturing checker brick of all qualities and designs to height
Lime (CaO) 1.2 1.1 2.5 – ranges as tight as 1.0 mm.
Magnesia (MgO) – 0.1 0.8 –
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.4 0.1 0.2 0.2
NARCO STOVE BRANDS
MORTARS No. 36 REFRACTORY HARWACO High Fired Superduty
TECHNICAL DATA CEMENT® BOND® ‘SAIRBOND TATA-SNM

Physical Properties (Typical)

CLIPPER DP® KX-99®
Modulus of Rupture, (psi) KX-99® BF
After Drying at 230 F o
550 -1000 1,230 650 –

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

50% Alumina Semi-Mullite
Silica (SiO2) 23.0 -28.0 37.7 52.8 94.1 KALA® CRYLA®
Alumina (Al2O3) 65.0 - 70.0 54.9 40.0 4.1
Titania (TiO2) 2.0 - 3.0 2.4 2.4 –
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.0 - 2.0 1.1 1.2 1.1 60% Alumina Mullite
Lime (CaO) Trace - 0.2 0.2 0.2 –
Magnesia (MgO) Trace - 0.2 0.1 0.3 –
UFALA®
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 2.0 - 3.0 3.6 3.1 –

50%-65% Alumina Mullite/Andalusite

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state- KALA® SR UFALA® MCR
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
UFALA® XCR UFALA® ECR
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

Silica
TATA-BFSB TATA-BFSB
North American Refractories Company
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO127 (8/04) 1C
 BRICKS NARCARBTM KRUZITE® COMANCHE®
TECHNICAL DATA BSC IRONMASTER -70 SL

Bulk Density, (pcf)

Modulus of Rupture, (psi at 70°F)
179
1,750
182
2,650
165
1,700
199
2,300
TORPEDO & IRON LADLES
Porosity (%) as received 8.2 7.0 18.7 7.0
Permanent Linear Change (% at 2910°F) – – +4.5 –

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

Silica (SiO2) 6.0 9.0 23.0 1.1
REFRACTORY LINING OPTIONS
Alumina (Al2O3) 68.9 75.5 71.0 82.0
Silicon Carbide + Carbon (SiC+C) 20.0 10.0 – –
Titania (TiO2) 2.8 2.9 3.4 –
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.2 1.3 1.6 –
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.3 0.2 –
Magnesia (MgO) 0.6 0.8 0.2 15.0
TWO OPTIONS OFFERED BY NARCO
Carbon (C) – – – 6.0
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.3 0.2 0.6 –
Loss on Ignition 10.8 7.5 – – “MAINTENANCE-FREE” LINING
CASTABLES SHOTKAST * SHOTKAST* NARPHOS
TECHNICAL DATA TRW HMC DAUBPAX 85P PLASTIC – No Gunning or Shotcreting Necessary
Maximum Service Temperature 3100oF 3200oF 2000oF 3150oF
Bulk Density, (pcf) 179 151 142 171
– NARCARBTM BSC in the Impact and Splash Areas
Hot Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
At 1500°F – – – 2,770
At 2500°F 330 – – – – IRONMASTER in the Barrel and Cones
At 2700°F 110 500 – –
Crushing Strength, (psi)
– KRUZITE® 70 Safety Lining
After 220°F – 7,200 – –
After 1500°F – 5,530 – 5,070
After 1800°F 6,300 – – – COMANCHE® SL at the Slag Line
Permanent Linear Change (%)
After 220°F – – -1.5 –
After 1500°F – -0.3 -0.6 -0.82
LOW COST DESIGN WITH MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
After 2000°F – – -0.2 -1.00
After 2900°F – +1.8 – +0.08
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
– SHOTKAST TRW or SHOTKAST HMC
Silica (SiO2) 5.0 28.9 86.0 11.0 Working Lining
Alumina (Al2O3) 71.0 67.4 11.6 80.0
Titania (TiO2) – 1.4 0.8 2.1
– KRUZITE® 70 Safety Lining
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) – 0.6 0.6 1.1
Lime (CaO) 1.3 1.3 0.2 0.14
– Maintain with SHOTKAST HMC Material with
Magnesia (MgO) – – 0.2 0.14
Silicon Carbide (SiC) 18.0 – – – Volume Expansion at 2800°F
Phosphorous Pentoxide (P2O5) – – – 2.7
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) – 0.2 0.6 0.36
Loss on Ignition – –
* Accelerator Required

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO126 ((8/04) 1C
 “MAINTENANCE-FREE” Lining MAINTENANCE LINING PROGRAM

NARPHOS 85 P
A B
DAUBPAX
DAUBPAX

KRUZITE® 70

NARCARBTM BSC

KRUZITE® 70

SHOTKAST TRW
or SHOTKAST HMC

IRONMASTER
A B

KRUZITE® 70
NARCARBTM BSC

DAUBPAX

COMANCHE® SL
NARPHOS 85 P

NARCARB® BSC

KRUZITE® 70
IRONMASTER

KRUZITE® 70

SEC A-A SEC B-B

 “MAINTENANCE-FREE” Lining MAINTENANCE LINING PROGRAM

NARPHOS 85 P
A B
DAUBPAX
DAUBPAX

KRUZITE® 70

NARCARBTM BSC

KRUZITE® 70

SHOTKAST TRW
or SHOTKAST HMC

IRONMASTER
A B

KRUZITE® 70
NARCARBTM BSC

DAUBPAX

COMANCHE® SL
NARPHOS 85 P

NARCARB® BSC

KRUZITE® 70
IRONMASTER

KRUZITE® 70

SEC A-A SEC B-B

 BRICKS NARCARBTM KRUZITE® COMANCHE®
TECHNICAL DATA BSC IRONMASTER -70 SL

Bulk Density, (pcf)

Modulus of Rupture, (psi at 70°F)
179
1,750
182
2,650
165
1,700
199
2,300
TORPEDO & IRON LADLES
Porosity (%) as received 8.2 7.0 18.7 7.0
Permanent Linear Change (% at 2910°F) – – +4.5 –

Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)

Silica (SiO2) 6.0 9.0 23.0 1.1
REFRACTORY LINING OPTIONS
Alumina (Al2O3) 68.9 75.5 71.0 82.0
Silicon Carbide + Carbon (SiC+C) 20.0 10.0 – –
Titania (TiO2) 2.8 2.9 3.4 –
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.2 1.3 1.6 –
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.3 0.2 –
Magnesia (MgO) 0.6 0.8 0.2 15.0
TWO OPTIONS OFFERED BY NARCO
Carbon (C) – – – 6.0
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.3 0.2 0.6 –
Loss on Ignition 10.8 7.5 – – “MAINTENANCE-FREE” LINING
CASTABLES SHOTKAST * SHOTKAST* NARPHOS
TECHNICAL DATA TRW HMC DAUBPAX 85P PLASTIC – No Gunning or Shotcreting Necessary
Maximum Service Temperature 3100oF 3200oF 2000oF 3150oF
Bulk Density, (pcf) 179 151 142 171
– NARCARBTM BSC in the Impact and Splash Areas
Hot Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
At 1500°F – – – 2,770
At 2500°F 330 – – – – IRONMASTER in the Barrel and Cones
At 2700°F 110 500 – –
Crushing Strength, (psi)
– KRUZITE® 70 Safety Lining
After 220°F – 7,200 – –
After 1500°F – 5,530 – 5,070
After 1800°F 6,300 – – – COMANCHE® SL at the Slag Line
Permanent Linear Change (%)
After 220°F – – -1.5 –
After 1500°F – -0.3 -0.6 -0.82
LOW COST DESIGN WITH MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
After 2000°F – – -0.2 -1.00
After 2900°F – +1.8 – +0.08
Chemical Analysis, (wt. %)
– SHOTKAST TRW or SHOTKAST HMC
Silica (SiO2) 5.0 28.9 86.0 11.0 Working Lining
Alumina (Al2O3) 71.0 67.4 11.6 80.0
Titania (TiO2) – 1.4 0.8 2.1
– KRUZITE® 70 Safety Lining
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) – 0.6 0.6 1.1
Lime (CaO) 1.3 1.3 0.2 0.14
– Maintain with SHOTKAST HMC Material with
Magnesia (MgO) – – 0.2 0.14
Silicon Carbide (SiC) 18.0 – – – Volume Expansion at 2800°F
Phosphorous Pentoxide (P2O5) – – – 2.7
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) – 0.2 0.6 0.36
Loss on Ignition – –
* Accelerator Required

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO126 ((8/04) 1C
 TAPHOLE ASSEMBLY

IN BOF VESSEL
BOF ISOTAPTM
Sleeve & Surround Block
ISO Pressed Taphole Sleeves
ADVANTAGES
Longer Life Optimized Bore Shape
Due To: Results In:
• Advanced Refractories • Control of Tap Time
• Seamless Manufacture • Less Slag Carryover
INITIAL INSTALLATION
• Reduced Mechnical Wear • Less Stream Turbulence
• Reduced Steel Penetration • Less Air Aspirations

ISOTAP BOF Tapholes

ADVANTAGES
• Less Nitrogn Pick-up • Lower Labor Costs
• Tighter Stream • Less Gun Mix
• Less Turbulence • Lower Downtime

FOR “HOT” REPLACEMENT

Heat Life
120

100

80

60

40

20

0
Isotap Precast MgO-C Stepped
North American Refractories Company Sleeve MgO-C
400 Fairway Drive Sleeve
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO129 (4/03) 3C
 BOF ISOTAP TM Standards for
Segmented Sleeves
OD
Standards for Iso-Pressed Sleeves

English (in)
OD
Metric (mm)
English (in) Metric (mm)
Sleeve & Surround Block 10.00
11.00
254.0
279.4
10.00
11.25
13.25
254.0
285.8
336.6
13.00 330.2 15.00 381.0
15.00 381.0
ID (Cold Face) ID (Hot Face)
ID
Iso-Pressed
English (in) Metric (mm) English (in) Metric (mm)
(One-Piece) Sleeves: The hot face is 2.6 in (66.04 mm) larger than
3.0 76.2 3.0 76.2
- Outside Diameters of 10", 11.25", 13.25", and 15" the cold face on all IsoPressed Tapholes.
3.5 88.9 3.5 88.9 1 For example the 7.0 In (177.8 mm) ID cold
- Inside Diameters from 2.75" to 8", in 1/2" increments 4.0 101.6
4.0 101.6 face would have a 9.6 in 9.6 in (243.8 mm)
- Lengths from 28" up to 76" in 1" increments 4.5 114.3
4.5 114.3 hot face.
5.0 127.0
Qualities: (Magnesia-Carbon) 5.5 139.7 5.0 127.0
6.0 152.4 5.5 139.7 English (in) Metric (mm)
- ISOTAPTM (100% Fused Grain) Best Choice
6.5 165.1 6.0 152.4 9.6 243.8
7.0 177.8 6.5 165.1 Straight bow are also available.
Iso-Pressed 7.5 190.5 7.0 177.8
Round Segmented Sleeves: 8.0 203.2 7.5 190.5
- Outside Diameters of 10", II", 13", and 15" 8.0 203.2
- Inside Diameters from 3" to 8", in 1/2" increments Length
English (in) Metric (mm) Lenght
- Thicknesses from 6" to 7.5"
6.0 152.4 English (in) Metric (mm)
6.5 165.1 1 inch (25.4 mm) Increments measuring up to
7.0 177.8 76.0 1930.4
7.5 190.5
Iso-Pressed
Square Taphole Blocks:
- Square one piece blocks - 15" and 18" BOF TAPHOLE ARRANGEMENTS
- Inside Diameters from 3" to 8", in 1/2" Increments
- Thicknesses from 4" to 8"
- Chamfered corners on all blocks optional

Iso-Pressed
Surround Blocks:
- 21" Squares with 16" ID
- 24" Squares with 18" ID 15” or 18” Blocks 18” or 21” Blocks
- Chamfered corners on all blocks optional w/Straight Bore w/Segmented Sleeves

Standard Endblocks Surround Blocks

English (in) Metric (mm) English (in) Metric (mm)
Upper OD 18 457.2 Side Length 21 533.4
ID 16 406.4
Lower OD 15.623 396.8
Side Length 24 609.6
Thickness 7.06 179.3 ID 18 457.2
ID of bore mates up with the sleeve
(cold face) ID. Square Surround blocks an made with two pieces matching up,
referred to by the combined side length. They are also available with
18”, 21” or 24” 18”, 21” or 24” Blocks
chamfered corners Typically, allow for at least one inch of clearance
Blocks Assembly w/ISO-pressed Sleeve
between sleeve OD and Surround Block ID.
w/ISO-pressed Sleeve
 BOF ISOTAP TM Standards for
Segmented Sleeves
OD
Standards for Iso-Pressed Sleeves

English (in)
OD
Metric (mm)
English (in) Metric (mm)
Sleeve & Surround Block 10.00
11.00
254.0
279.4
10.00
11.25
13.25
254.0
285.8
336.6
13.00 330.2 15.00 381.0
15.00 381.0
ID (Cold Face) ID (Hot Face)
ID
Iso-Pressed
English (in) Metric (mm) English (in) Metric (mm)
(One-Piece) Sleeves: The hot face is 2.6 in (66.04 mm) larger than
3.0 76.2 3.0 76.2
- Outside Diameters of 10", 11.25", 13.25", and 15" the cold face on all IsoPressed Tapholes.
3.5 88.9 3.5 88.9 1 For example the 7.0 In (177.8 mm) ID cold
- Inside Diameters from 2.75" to 8", in 1/2" increments 4.0 101.6
4.0 101.6 face would have a 9.6 in 9.6 in (243.8 mm)
- Lengths from 28" up to 76" in 1" increments 4.5 114.3
4.5 114.3 hot face.
5.0 127.0
Qualities: (Magnesia-Carbon) 5.5 139.7 5.0 127.0
6.0 152.4 5.5 139.7 English (in) Metric (mm)
- ISOTAPTM (100% Fused Grain) Best Choice
6.5 165.1 6.0 152.4 9.6 243.8
7.0 177.8 6.5 165.1 Straight bow are also available.
Iso-Pressed 7.5 190.5 7.0 177.8
Round Segmented Sleeves: 8.0 203.2 7.5 190.5
- Outside Diameters of 10", II", 13", and 15" 8.0 203.2
- Inside Diameters from 3" to 8", in 1/2" increments Length
English (in) Metric (mm) Lenght
- Thicknesses from 6" to 7.5"
6.0 152.4 English (in) Metric (mm)
6.5 165.1 1 inch (25.4 mm) Increments measuring up to
7.0 177.8 76.0 1930.4
7.5 190.5
Iso-Pressed
Square Taphole Blocks:
- Square one piece blocks - 15" and 18" BOF TAPHOLE ARRANGEMENTS
- Inside Diameters from 3" to 8", in 1/2" Increments
- Thicknesses from 4" to 8"
- Chamfered corners on all blocks optional

Iso-Pressed
Surround Blocks:
- 21" Squares with 16" ID
- 24" Squares with 18" ID 15” or 18” Blocks 18” or 21” Blocks
- Chamfered corners on all blocks optional w/Straight Bore w/Segmented Sleeves

Standard Endblocks Surround Blocks

English (in) Metric (mm) English (in) Metric (mm)
Upper OD 18 457.2 Side Length 21 533.4
ID 16 406.4
Lower OD 15.623 396.8
Side Length 24 609.6
Thickness 7.06 179.3 ID 18 457.2
ID of bore mates up with the sleeve
(cold face) ID. Square Surround blocks an made with two pieces matching up,
referred to by the combined side length. They are also available with
18”, 21” or 24” 18”, 21” or 24” Blocks
chamfered corners Typically, allow for at least one inch of clearance
Blocks Assembly w/ISO-pressed Sleeve
between sleeve OD and Surround Block ID.
w/ISO-pressed Sleeve
 TAPHOLE ASSEMBLY

IN BOF VESSEL
BOF ISOTAPTM
Sleeve & Surround Block
ISO Pressed Taphole Sleeves
ADVANTAGES
Longer Life Optimized Bore Shape
Due To: Results In:
• Advanced Refractories • Control of Tap Time
• Seamless Manufacture • Less Slag Carryover
INITIAL INSTALLATION
• Reduced Mechnical Wear • Less Stream Turbulence
• Reduced Steel Penetration • Less Air Aspirations

ISOTAP BOF Tapholes

ADVANTAGES
• Less Nitrogn Pick-up • Lower Labor Costs
• Tighter Stream • Less Gun Mix
• Less Turbulence • Lower Downtime

FOR “HOT” REPLACEMENT

Heat Life
120

100

80

60

40

20

0
Isotap Precast MgO-C Stepped
North American Refractories Company Sleeve MgO-C
400 Fairway Drive Sleeve
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO129 (4/03) 3C
 TM
BOF Series Brick
BOF Refractory Lining
Magnesia Refractories Used for
Basic Oxygen Furnaces
CONE
NAREZ AM5
BOF 700
BOF 800

TAPHOLE
TAP 300
ISOTAP

BARREL
TRUNNION
BOF 700, 800, 900 SERIES
TAP PAD
BOF 700, 800, 900 SERIES
CHARGE PAD
BOF 700, 800, 900 SERIES
NARTAR 7

STADIUM
BOF 700, 800, 900 SERIES

BOTTOM
SUPER NARTAR® R
NAREZ AM5

SAFETY LINING
NARTAR 7
NARMAG® HRB
NARMAG® 90B/90BI
SUPER NARTAR® R
NARCO BOF REFRACTORIES
BOF Product Codes
Application Sintered MgO Fused MgO Graphite

Tap 300 Taphole Premium Premium Premium

BOF 400 Vessel Brick Standard Standard Standard

BOF 700 Vessel Brick Standard Standard Standard

BOF 800 Vessel Brick Premium Premium Premium

BOF 900 Vessel Brick Premium Premium Premium

BOF 2800 Vessel Brick Premium Premium Premium

BOF 2900 Vessel Brick Premium Premium Premium

NARCO Burned Magnesia Brick Qualities

Brand Description Impregnated
NARMAG® HRB Hydration resistant 1:1 lime/silica ratio NO

NARMAG® 90B Hydration resistant 1:1 lime/silica ratio NO

NARMAG® 90BI Hydration resistant 1:1 lime/silica ratio YES

SUPER NARMAG® B Working lining quality 2:1 lime/silica ratio NO

NARTAR 7 Working lining quality 2:1 lime/silica ratio YES

Hot Strength at 2550oF in Reducing Atmosphere

3000

2000
PSI

1000

0
SUPER NAREZ BOF 700 BOF 800 BOF 900
NARTAR R AM5 Series Series Series

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO128 (8/04) 3C
AC ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE
With Watercooling and EBT

Standard Operating Conditions

HOT SPOTS INTERMEDIATE PHASE GUNNING MIXES

EAF 232 AS EAF 132 AS NARCOGUN M90P

NARCOGUN M90S
SLAG LINE DOOR JAMB AREA

EAF 232 AS EAF 232 AS

FETTLING MIXES
HEARTH 70
HEARTH 70LC

EBT ENDBRICKS EBT SURROUND BLOCK LOWER SIDEWALL

TAP-432 AS TAP-322 AS SUPER NARMAG B

EBT SLEEVE BRICKS EBT GAP HEARTH MIXES PERMANENT LINING

TAP-332 AS HEARTH 70 HEARTH 70 NARMAG 90B

ISOTAP® HEARTH 70LC
 AC Electric Arc Furnace with Watercooling and EBT

Severe Operating Conditions

HOT SPOTS INTERMEDIATE PHASE GUNNING MIXES DOOR JAMB AREA

EAF 622 AS EAF 632 AS NARCOGUN M90P EAF 622 AS
EAF 822 AMS NARCOGUN M90S
SLAG LINE

EAF 622 AS FETTLING MIXES

EAF 822 AMS
HEARTH 70
HEARTH 70LC

EBT ENDBRICKS EBT GAP HEARTH MIXES LOWER SIDEWALL

TAP-432 AS HEARTH 70 HEARTH 70 SUPER NARMAG B
HEARTH 70LC

PERMANENT LINING

NARMAG 90 B
EBT SLEEVE BRICKS EBT SURROUND BLOCKS
TAP-322 AS TAP-322 AS
ISOTAP®

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO111 (8/04) 3C
 EAF 100 SERIES
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
FURNACE BRICK
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
specialized requirements. EAF 132 AS
EAF 232 AS EAF 131 AS
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon, Intermediate Zone
incineration, minerals processing and other industries… Hot Spots
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
EAF 132 AS
tory maker.
Slagline

Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…

A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel,
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.

Products from all these companies are available through:

For Iron & Steel Sales

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: 1-375-6600
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. # NARCO 122 (4/03 3C
 North American Refractories Co.
Applications:
EAF 100 Series Brick
& Furnaces producing medium to high carbon steels with
less aggressive slags
Benefits:
• Electric furnace magnesia-graphite brick from NARCO are designed & Areas with lower wear like EBT-Nose and cold spots
for tough service and the toughest competition. above slagline

• EAF 100 series brick will compete in both performance and price, but & New furnace start-ups
with the following advantages:

1. MADE IN THE USA

& Operations where little or no zoning is desired.
Entire furnace can be 100% fused MgO brick at low cost
2. Short delivery times
3. Flexibility to change brand & size &. All furnace operations where slags are basic and
saturated with magnesia
4. Technical support
5. Quality control data available & Plants that gun frequently and are interested in low
priced brick
6. ISO 9000 certified

• 100% fused magnesia grain brick for the toughest competition.

Brand Test Data

EAF 131 AS EAF 132 AS
Density (lb/ft3) 185 183
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
At 2522oF (1400oC) 1200 (8.3) 1200 (8.3)
Porosity (%) 4.5 5.0
Chemical Analysis %
Carbon 10.0 15.0
MgO 83.5 77.0

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where
applicable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes.
All statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsi-
bility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use
or that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 North American Refractories Co.
Applications:
EAF 100 Series Brick
• Furnaces producing medium to high carbon steels with
less aggressive slags
Benefits:
& Electric furnace magnesia-graphite brick from NARCO are designed • Areas with lower wear like EBT-Nose and cold spots
for tough service and the toughest competition. above slagline

& EAF 100 series brick will compete in both performance and price, but • New furnace start-ups
with the following advantages:

1. MADE IN THE USA

• Operations where little or no zoning is desired.
Entire furnace can be 100% fused MgO brick at low cost
2. Short delivery times
3. Flexibility to change brand & size •. All furnace operations where slags are basic and
saturated with magnesia
4. Technical support
5. Quality control data available • Plants that gun frequently and are interested in low
priced brick
6. ISO 9000 certified

& 100% fused magnesia grain brick for the toughest competition.

Brand Test Data

EAF 131 AS EAF 132 AS
Density (lb/ft3) 185 183
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
At 2522oF (1400oC) 1200 (8.3) 1200 (8.3)
Porosity (%) 4.5 5.0
Chemical Analysis %
Carbon 10.0 15.0
MgO 83.5 77.0

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where
applicable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes.
All statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsi-
bility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use
or that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 EAF 100 SERIES
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
FURNACE BRICK
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
specialized requirements. EAF 132 AS
EAF 232 AS EAF 131 AS
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon, Intermediate Zone
incineration, minerals processing and other industries… Hot Spots
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
EAF 132 AS
tory maker.
Slagline

Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…

A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel,
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.

Products from all these companies are available through:

For Iron & Steel Sales

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: 1-375-6600
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. # NARCO 122 (4/03 3C
EAF Slag Door
Welded Brick Jamb Assembly

A universal problem in electric

arc furnaces is that the brick on
either side of the slag door are
knocked out of place early in a
campaign. This happens when
materials are charged through
the slag door and/or the breast is
cleaned off between heats.

The loss of brick requires heavy

gunning for the remainder of the-
campaign to keep jambs properly
maintained.

The Solution!
· Welded, steel clad magnesia-graphite brick resist mechanical
abuse. They reduce or eliminate excessive gunning of the jambs.

· Magnesia-graphite brick are far stronger and more slag resistant

than precast jamb shapes.

· Brick jamb assemblies install easily using the floor crane. Lifting
lugs burn off when furnace starts up.

· Optional design can include bolt back design through furnace

shell.

· Flexible design to fit any EAF shell.

 EAF Slag door Welded Brick Jamb Assembly

Left Jamb Assembly, Installed

Right Jamb Assembly, Installed

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO112 (10/02) 3C
 ISOTAP®
Exclusively serving the iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
EBT Taphole Design
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro- Conventional
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and NARCO CONVENTIONAL EBT taphole
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s sleeves and endblocks have been a
specialized requirements. dominant force in the marketplace for
many years. Premium ultra high purity
refractory composition is used in both
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, glass, hydro-
TAP 332AS segmented sleeves and the
carbon, incineration, minerals processing and other industries… TAP 432AS endblock. Typical heat life
is a highly reliable one week of service.
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
tory maker.

ISOTAP®
NARCO ISOTAP® one piece EBT
sleeves were introduced by NARCO to
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
the industry several years ago. This
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, design is the dominant type used in
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing BOF’s and now is popular in the electric
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers. furnace market. The endblock is a sep-
arate TAP 432AS piece. This design is
advantageous to conventional segment
sleeves in many shops due to numer-
ous operating advantages.

COMBOTAP
COMBOTAP design combines the flexi-
Products from all these companies are available through: bility of the conventional segmented
design with the operating advantages of
For Iorn & Steel Sales: the patented ISOTAP® technology. One
piece ISOTAP® hot face segment with
North American Refractories Company
tapered bore is combined with conven-
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 tional straight bore TAP 332AS sleeves
Phone: (412) 375-6600 and TAP 432 AS endblock.
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www. naref.com

© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. # NARCO 117 (10/02) 3C
NARCO EBT Taphole Design

Tap Times thru 6” Straight Bore Taphole

ISOTAP ® taphole versus traditional straight bore tapholes include:
8

Significantly faster tapping speed offering a chance to increase steel 7.5

production by lowering tap to tap time 7

6.5
Significantly improved tapping characteristics, with a smooth focused
steel stream throughout the life of the taphole 6

5.5

Longer taphole life due to less wear on the refractories as a result of

Minutes
5
turbulent steel stream
4.5

More tightly controlled tapping time 4

3.5

Advantages of COMBOTAP taphole versus one piece ISOTAP sleeves include: ®

3

2.5
Easier removal of taphole assembly after service because sleeve is in pieces.
2
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91
Easier installation of taphole if manual handling is requires under the furnace.
Heats
All taphole pieces are standard, requiring no custom engineering design this means
Tap times througt a straight bore taphole are longer. This is the same 160 ton EBT furnace with a 6” ID straight
quicker delivery and lower inventory required. bore taphole. Note the wider variation in tap times.

Easier to install in electric furnaces with tapholes that are not vertical.
Tap Times thru 6” ISOTAP® Taphole
8

Conventional COMBOTAP ISOTAP® 7.5

6.5

5.5

Minutes
5

4.5

3.5

2.5

2
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89

Heats

Tap times trough an ISOTAP® or COMBOTAP tapehole are faster than through a straight bore design. This is
Steel flow through tapholes tap times from a 160 ton EBT furnace with a 6” ID ISOTAP® sleeve. Tap times are also more consistent with
less variation.
NARCO EBT Taphole Design

Tap Times thru 6” Straight Bore Taphole

ISOTAP ® taphole versus traditional straight bore tapholes include:
8

Significantly faster tapping speed offering a chance to increase steel 7.5

production by lowering tap to tap time 7

6.5
Significantly improved tapping characteristics, with a smooth focused
steel stream throughout the life of the taphole 6

5.5

Longer taphole life due to less wear on the refractories as a result of

Minutes
5
turbulent steel stream
4.5

More tightly controlled tapping time 4

3.5

Advantages of COMBOTAP taphole versus one piece ISOTAP sleeves include: ®

3

2.5
Easier removal of taphole assembly after service because sleeve is in pieces.
2
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91
Easier installation of taphole if manual handling is requires under the furnace.
Heats
All taphole pieces are standard, requiring no custom engineering design this means
Tap times througt a straight bore taphole are longer. This is the same 160 ton EBT furnace with a 6” ID straight
quicker delivery and lower inventory required. bore taphole. Note the wider variation in tap times.

Easier to install in electric furnaces with tapholes that are not vertical.
Tap Times thru 6” ISOTAP® Taphole
8

Conventional COMBOTAP ISOTAP® 7.5

6.5

5.5

Minutes
5

4.5

3.5

2.5

2
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89

Heats

Tap times trough an ISOTAP® or COMBOTAP tapehole are faster than through a straight bore design. This is
Steel flow through tapholes tap times from a 160 ton EBT furnace with a 6” ID ISOTAP® sleeve. Tap times are also more consistent with
less variation.
 ISOTAP®
Exclusively serving the iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
EBT Taphole Design
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro- Conventional
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and NARCO CONVENTIONAL EBT taphole
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s sleeves and endblocks have been a
specialized requirements. dominant force in the marketplace for
many years. Premium ultra high purity
refractory composition is used in both
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, glass, hydro-
TAP 332AS segmented sleeves and the
carbon, incineration, minerals processing and other industries… TAP 432AS endblock. Typical heat life
is a highly reliable one week of service.
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
tory maker.

ISOTAP®
NARCO ISOTAP® one piece EBT
sleeves were introduced by NARCO to
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
the industry several years ago. This
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, design is the dominant type used in
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing BOF’s and now is popular in the electric
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers. furnace market. The endblock is a sep-
arate TAP 432AS piece. This design is
advantageous to conventional segment
sleeves in many shops due to numer-
ous operating advantages.

COMBOTAP
COMBOTAP design combines the flexi-
Products from all these companies are available through: bility of the conventional segmented
design with the operating advantages of
For Iorn & Steel Sales: the patented ISOTAP® technology. One
piece ISOTAP® hot face segment with
North American Refractories Company
tapered bore is combined with conven-
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 tional straight bore TAP 332AS sleeves
Phone: (412) 375-6600 and TAP 432 AS endblock.
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www. naref.com

© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. # NARCO 117 (10/02) 3C
 REFRACTORIES FOR
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
DEGASSERS
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and NARCO supplies a complete package of rebonded fused grain and direct-
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
bonded magnesia-chrome refractories and gunning and grouting materials for
specialized requirements.
RH and DH Degassers.
Snorkel and throat brick can be supplied surface ground, match-marked and
palletized for assembly on-site or rings can be pre-assembled for on-site
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon, installation. Furthermore, NARCO can supply the ENTIRE snorkel directly to
incineration, minerals processing and other industries… your shop.
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per- In addition, all the refractories are shipped with leachable chrome values
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition less than 1 mg/L (TCLP) which are significantly below the 5 mg/L required by
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus- EPA for landfill disposal*.
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
*Leachable chrome values may change during service.
tory maker.

SNORKEL Brick Castable

SUPER NARMAG® FG SHAC
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
SUPER NARMAG® 142
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, SUPER NARMAG® 145
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing NARMAG® 60DBR
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.
MAINTENANCE Gunning
GREFMAG® RHS NARCOGUN® M90P
NARCOGUN® M90S

THROATS Brick Grout

SUPER NARMAG® FG HP-CAST 98
TOMAHAWK®
SUPER NARMAG® 145

BOTTOMS Brick
Products from all these companies are available through: SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
For Iron and Steel Sales:
LOWER SIDEWALLS Brick
North American Refractories Company SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600
UPPER SIDEWALLS Brick
Fax: (412) 375-6821 SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
www.naref.com NARMAG® 60DBR

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. #NARCO109R (3/03) 3C
 BRICK
SUPER SUPER SUPER NARMAG®
NARMAG® FG TOMAHAWK ®
NARMAG FG ®
NARMAG® 142 NARMAG® 145 60DBR

Bulk Densit,y lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 210 (3.36) 207 (3.32) 207 (3.32) 204 (3.27) 204 (3.27) 192 (3.00)
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 13 12.5 13 15 13 19

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 1,700 (12) 1,400 (9.7) 1,500 (10) 600 (4.1) 900 (6.2) 700 (4.8)
At 2700OF (1480OC) 850 (5.8) 700 (4.8) 700 (4.8) 400 (2.8) 400 (2.8) 320 (2.2)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calacined Basis)
Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.5 0.5 2.3
Alumina (Al2O3) 6.1 5.2 6.3 6.9 6.9 6.9
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 12.0 9.2 12.0 13.0 13.0 13.0
Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.5 1.1
Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 65.0 62.0 59.0 58.0 61.0
Chromia (Cr2O3) 22.0 19.0 18.0 20.0 20.0 18.0

MONOLTHICS GUNNING GROUT CASTABLE

UPPER NARCOGUN® GREFMAG® NARCOGUN® SHAC
SIDEWALLS M90S RHS M90P HP-CAST 98 Special High Alumina Castables

Brick Maximum Recommended

Temperature oF (oC) 3182 (1750) -- 3182 (1750) 3300 (1816) 3200 (1700)
SUPER NARMAG FG
®

THROATS NARMAG® FG Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) -- -- -- 177 (2.84) 160 (2.58)
Brick NARMAG 60DBR
®
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
TOMAHAWK® At 230OF (110OC) at the Joint -- -- -- 1,600 (11.0) 1,700 (11.7)
SUPER NARMAG® FG At 2000OF (1093OC) -- -- -- 1,100 (7.6) 900 (6.2)
At 2500OF (1370OC) -- -- -- -- 850 (5.9)
SUPER NARMAG® 145 LOWER At 2850OF (1566OC) at the Joint -- -- -- 1,900 (13.1 --
Grout SIDEWALLS At 3000OF (1649OC) -- -- -- 1,800 (12.4) --
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
HP-CAST 98 Brick (Calacined Basis)
SUPER NARMAG® FG Silica (SiO2) 3.6 7.4 2.8 0.1 0.1
Alumina (Al2O3) 1.0 2.1 1.2 98.0 94.2
NARMAG® FG
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.7 1.5 0.7 0.1 0.1
Lime (CaO) 1.5 1.9 2.4 1.8 4.9
Magnesia (MgO) 92.0 85.7 90.0 -- 0.1
Alklalies (Na2O+K2O) -- 1.1 -- 0.1 0.1

SNORKEL
Brick The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
SUPER NARMAG® FG herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

SUPER NARMAG® 142 Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
SUPER NARMAG® 145
BOTTOMS
NARMAG® 60 DBR
Brick
Castable
SUPER NARMAG® FG
SHAC
NARMAG® FG
Gunning
GREFMAG® RHS
NARCOGUN® M90P
NARCOGUN® M90S
 BRICK
SUPER SUPER SUPER NARMAG®
NARMAG® FG TOMAHAWK ®
NARMAG FG ®
NARMAG® 142 NARMAG® 145 60DBR

Bulk Densit,y lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 210 (3.36) 207 (3.32) 207 (3.32) 204 (3.27) 204 (3.27) 192 (3.00)
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 13 12.5 13 15 13 19

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 1,700 (12) 1,400 (9.7) 1,500 (10) 600 (4.1) 900 (6.2) 700 (4.8)
At 2700OF (1480OC) 850 (5.8) 700 (4.8) 700 (4.8) 400 (2.8) 400 (2.8) 320 (2.2)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calacined Basis)
Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.5 0.5 2.3
Alumina (Al2O3) 6.1 5.2 6.3 6.9 6.9 6.9
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 12.0 9.2 12.0 13.0 13.0 13.0
Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.5 1.1
Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 65.0 62.0 59.0 58.0 61.0
Chromia (Cr2O3) 22.0 19.0 18.0 20.0 20.0 18.0

MONOLTHICS GUNNING GROUT CASTABLE

UPPER NARCOGUN® GREFMAG® NARCOGUN® SHAC
SIDEWALLS M90S RHS M90P HP-CAST 98 Special High Alumina Castables

Brick Maximum Recommended

Temperature oF (oC) 3182 (1750) -- 3182 (1750) 3300 (1816) 3200 (1700)
SUPER NARMAG FG
®

THROATS NARMAG® FG Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) -- -- -- 177 (2.84) 160 (2.58)
Brick NARMAG 60DBR
®
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
TOMAHAWK® At 230OF (110OC) at the Joint -- -- -- 1,600 (11.0) 1,700 (11.7)
SUPER NARMAG® FG At 2000OF (1093OC) -- -- -- 1,100 (7.6) 900 (6.2)
At 2500OF (1370OC) -- -- -- -- 850 (5.9)
SUPER NARMAG® 145 LOWER At 2850OF (1566OC) at the Joint -- -- -- 1,900 (13.1 --
Grout SIDEWALLS At 3000OF (1649OC) -- -- -- 1,800 (12.4) --
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
HP-CAST 98 Brick (Calacined Basis)
SUPER NARMAG® FG Silica (SiO2) 3.6 7.4 2.8 0.1 0.1
Alumina (Al2O3) 1.0 2.1 1.2 98.0 94.2
NARMAG® FG
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.7 1.5 0.7 0.1 0.1
Lime (CaO) 1.5 1.9 2.4 1.8 4.9
Magnesia (MgO) 92.0 85.7 90.0 -- 0.1
Alklalies (Na2O+K2O) -- 1.1 -- 0.1 0.1

SNORKEL
Brick The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
SUPER NARMAG® FG herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

SUPER NARMAG® 142 Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
SUPER NARMAG® 145
BOTTOMS
NARMAG® 60 DBR
Brick
Castable
SUPER NARMAG® FG
SHAC
NARMAG® FG
Gunning
GREFMAG® RHS
NARCOGUN® M90P
NARCOGUN® M90S
 REFRACTORIES FOR
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
DEGASSERS
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and NARCO supplies a complete package of rebonded fused grain and direct-
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
bonded magnesia-chrome refractories and gunning and grouting materials for
specialized requirements.
RH and DH Degassers.
Snorkel and throat brick can be supplied surface ground, match-marked and
palletized for assembly on-site or rings can be pre-assembled for on-site
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon, installation. Furthermore, NARCO can supply the ENTIRE snorkel directly to
incineration, minerals processing and other industries… your shop.
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per- In addition, all the refractories are shipped with leachable chrome values
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition less than 1 mg/L (TCLP) which are significantly below the 5 mg/L required by
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus- EPA for landfill disposal*.
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
*Leachable chrome values may change during service.
tory maker.

SNORKEL Brick Castable

SUPER NARMAG® FG SHAC
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
SUPER NARMAG® 142
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, SUPER NARMAG® 145
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing NARMAG® 60DBR
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.
MAINTENANCE Gunning
GREFMAG® RHS NARCOGUN® M90P
NARCOGUN® M90S

THROATS Brick Grout

SUPER NARMAG® FG HP-CAST 98
TOMAHAWK®
SUPER NARMAG® 145

BOTTOMS Brick
Products from all these companies are available through: SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
For Iron and Steel Sales:
LOWER SIDEWALLS Brick
North American Refractories Company SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600
UPPER SIDEWALLS Brick
Fax: (412) 375-6821 SUPER NARMAG® FG NARMAG® FG
www.naref.com NARMAG® 60DBR

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. #NARCO109R (3/03) 3C
MONOLTHICS MORTARS CASTABLES

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3)

NARMAG FG

--
NARMAG FG

190 (3.04)
NARMAG 95LS

178 (2.85)
AOD
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
-- 17 15
ARGON OXYGEN DECARBURIZATION
230OF (110OC) at the Joint 190 (1.24) -- --
350OF (177OC) -- 900 (6.2) 500 (3.4)
2700OF (1480OC) at the Joint 70 (0.5) --
2910OF (1600OC) -- 900 (6.2) 2,200 (15) NARCO offers a proven, complete refractory package, for the
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %: Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) process. From high purity
(Calcined Basis)
Silica (SiO2) 15.4 1.0 0.7
rebonded fused-grain to high purity direct-bonded magnesia-
Alumina (Al2O3) 6.5 5.6 0.2
chrome refractories, our products provide you with the properties
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 8.3 11.3 0.2 you need to extend campaign performance.
Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.9 2.0 We work very closely with our customers to analyze and help
Magnesia (MgO) 42.9 62.4 96.0 modify slag chemistry to best interact with magnesia-chrome
Chromia (Cr2O3) 17.0 18.8 -- refractories. Each slag control recommendation is customized
Alklia (Na2O+K2O) 5.0 -- -- for maximize performance.
In addition, all refractories are supplied with leachable chrome
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. values less than 1 mg/L (TCLP) which is significantly below the
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information,
and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied. 5 mg/L required by EPA for landfill disposal.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use *Leachable chrome values may change during service.
is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

High Wear Areas: Tuyeres, Tuyere Pads, and Pour or Charge Pads
Refractories for these areas contain very high amounts of fused
magnesia-chrome grain.

SUPER NARMAG FG TOMAHAWK

NARMAG FG SUPER NARMAG 148

Lower Wear Areas: Upper Barrel, Hoods, and Bottom

Refractories for these areas contain large amounts of fused
magnesia-chrome grain.

SUPER NARMAG 145 SUPER NARMAG 142

NARMAG FG

MORTARS
NARMAG FG

North American Refractories Company CASTABLES

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 NARMAG FG NARMAG 95LS
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO110 (9/02) 3C
 AOD High Wear Areas
SUPER NARMAG FG TOMAHAWK NARMAG FG

ARGON OXYGEN DECARBURIZATION Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3)

Apparent Porosity, %
210 (3.36) 207 (3.32) 207 (3.32)

As Received 13 13 13

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)

2

At 70OF (21OC) 1,700 (12) 1,400 (9.7) 1,500 (10)

At 2700OF (1480OC) 850 (5.8) 700 (4.8) 650 (4.5)
Hood Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
SUPER NARMAG 145 (Calcined Basis))

SUPER NARMAG 142 Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.6

NARMAG FG Upper Barrel Alumina (Al2O3) 6.1 5.2 6.8

Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 12.0 9.2 13.0
Castables SUPER NARMAG 145
Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.8 0.8
SUPER NARMAG 142 Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 65.0 62.0
NARMAG FG Chromia (Cr2O3) 22.0 19.0 17.0

Tuyere Pad AOD Lower Wear Areas

SUPER NARMAG 145 SUPER NARMAG 142 NARMAG 142
SUPER NARMAG FG
TOMAHAWK Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 204 (3.27) 206 (3.30) 204 (3.27)

NARMAG FG Apparent Porosity, %

As Received 14 14 15
Charge Pad Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2

SUPER NARMAG FG At 70OF (21OC) 900 (6.2) 900 (6.2) 600 (4.1)
TOMAHAWK Tuyeres At 2700OF (1480OC) 400 (2.8) 500 (3.4) 400 (2.8)

NARMAG FG SUPER NARMAG FG Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)
SUPER NARMAG 148 TOMAHAWK Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.3
NARMAG FG Alumina (Al2O3) 6.9 6.4 6.9
SUPER NARMAG 148 Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 13.0 12.0 13.0
Bottom Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.7 0.8
SUPER NARMAG 145 Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 61.0 59.0
Chromia (Cr2O3) 20.0 19.0 20.0
SUPER NARMAG 142
NARMAG FG
Castables
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
NARMAG FG Castable from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
Mortars NARMAG 95LS herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

NARMAG FG Mortar Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

High Wear Areas: Tuyeres, Tuyere Pads, Lower Wear Areas: Upper Barrel, Hoods,
and Pour or Charge Pads. and Bottom.
Refractories for these areas contain very Refractories for these areas contain large
high amounts of fused magnesia-chrome amounts of fused magnesia-chrome grain.
grain.
SUPER NARMAG 145
SUPER NARMAG FG
SUPER NARMAG 142
TOMAHAWK
NARMAG FG
NARMAG FG
SUPER NARMAG 148
 AOD High Wear Areas
SUPER NARMAG FG TOMAHAWK NARMAG FG

ARGON OXYGEN DECARBURIZATION Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3)

Apparent Porosity, %
210 (3.36) 207 (3.32) 207 (3.32)

As Received 13 13 13

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)

2

At 70OF (21OC) 1,700 (12) 1,400 (9.7) 1,500 (10)

At 2700OF (1480OC) 850 (5.8) 700 (4.8) 650 (4.5)
Hood Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
SUPER NARMAG 145 (Calcined Basis))

SUPER NARMAG 142 Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.6

NARMAG FG Upper Barrel Alumina (Al2O3) 6.1 5.2 6.8

Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 12.0 9.2 13.0
Castables SUPER NARMAG 145
Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.8 0.8
SUPER NARMAG 142 Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 65.0 62.0
NARMAG FG Chromia (Cr2O3) 22.0 19.0 17.0

Tuyere Pad AOD Lower Wear Areas

SUPER NARMAG 145 SUPER NARMAG 142 NARMAG 142
SUPER NARMAG FG
TOMAHAWK Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 204 (3.27) 206 (3.30) 204 (3.27)

NARMAG FG Apparent Porosity, %

As Received 14 14 15
Charge Pad Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2

SUPER NARMAG FG At 70OF (21OC) 900 (6.2) 900 (6.2) 600 (4.1)
TOMAHAWK Tuyeres At 2700OF (1480OC) 400 (2.8) 500 (3.4) 400 (2.8)

NARMAG FG SUPER NARMAG FG Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)
SUPER NARMAG 148 TOMAHAWK Silica (SiO2) 0.5 0.5 0.3
NARMAG FG Alumina (Al2O3) 6.9 6.4 6.9
SUPER NARMAG 148 Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 13.0 12.0 13.0
Bottom Lime (CaO) 0.5 0.7 0.8
SUPER NARMAG 145 Magnesia (MgO) 58.0 61.0 59.0
Chromia (Cr2O3) 20.0 19.0 20.0
SUPER NARMAG 142
NARMAG FG
Castables
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
NARMAG FG Castable from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
Mortars NARMAG 95LS herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

NARMAG FG Mortar Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

High Wear Areas: Tuyeres, Tuyere Pads, Lower Wear Areas: Upper Barrel, Hoods,
and Pour or Charge Pads. and Bottom.
Refractories for these areas contain very Refractories for these areas contain large
high amounts of fused magnesia-chrome amounts of fused magnesia-chrome grain.
grain.
SUPER NARMAG 145
SUPER NARMAG FG
SUPER NARMAG 142
TOMAHAWK
NARMAG FG
NARMAG FG
SUPER NARMAG 148
MONOLTHICS MORTARS CASTABLES

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3)

NARMAG FG

--
NARMAG FG

190 (3.04)
NARMAG 95LS

178 (2.85)
AOD
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
-- 17 15
ARGON OXYGEN DECARBURIZATION
230OF (110OC) at the Joint 190 (1.24) -- --
350OF (177OC) -- 900 (6.2) 500 (3.4)
2700OF (1480OC) at the Joint 70 (0.5) --
2910OF (1600OC) -- 900 (6.2) 2,200 (15) NARCO offers a proven, complete refractory package, for the
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %: Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) process. From high purity
(Calcined Basis)
Silica (SiO2) 15.4 1.0 0.7
rebonded fused-grain to high purity direct-bonded magnesia-
Alumina (Al2O3) 6.5 5.6 0.2
chrome refractories, our products provide you with the properties
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 8.3 11.3 0.2 you need to extend campaign performance.
Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.9 2.0 We work very closely with our customers to analyze and help
Magnesia (MgO) 42.9 62.4 96.0 modify slag chemistry to best interact with magnesia-chrome
Chromia (Cr2O3) 17.0 18.8 -- refractories. Each slag control recommendation is customized
Alklia (Na2O+K2O) 5.0 -- -- for maximize performance.
In addition, all refractories are supplied with leachable chrome
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. values less than 1 mg/L (TCLP) which is significantly below the
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information,
and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied. 5 mg/L required by EPA for landfill disposal.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use *Leachable chrome values may change during service.
is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

High Wear Areas: Tuyeres, Tuyere Pads, and Pour or Charge Pads
Refractories for these areas contain very high amounts of fused
magnesia-chrome grain.

SUPER NARMAG FG TOMAHAWK

NARMAG FG SUPER NARMAG 148

Lower Wear Areas: Upper Barrel, Hoods, and Bottom

Refractories for these areas contain large amounts of fused
magnesia-chrome grain.

SUPER NARMAG 145 SUPER NARMAG 142

NARMAG FG

MORTARS
NARMAG FG

North American Refractories Company CASTABLES

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 NARMAG FG NARMAG 95LS
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO110 (9/02) 3C
COMANCHE®
Family of Ladle Brick
COMANCHE® is the most revolutionary line of refractory prod-
ucts developed for ladles in decades. COMANCHE® prevents
steel penetration through ladle Barrels and Bottoms while
extending ladle lives. It has replaced high alumina bricks,
dolomite bricks, and magnesia-chrome bricks in numerous steel
ladle shops.
COMANCHE® undergoes a gradual permanent expansion at the
hot face during service. Ladles lined with COMANCHE® will
maintain tight brick joints throughout the entire ladle campaign
without the need for mortar. Tight ladle linings of COMANCHE®
prevent barrel and bottom cracks, thus preventing steel penetra-
tion.

Prevents Barrel Cracking

Stops Steel Penetration

Prevents Heavy Slag Buildup

Promotes Cleaner Steels

Resists Hydration

Resists Thermal Cycling

Requires NO Special Dryout

Requires NO Mortar

Requires NO Backfill Material

Requires NO Half Bricks to Stagger Brick Joints

Requires NO Extra Lime or Lime/Spar for Slag Coating

(Lowering Steel Production Costs)

OUT PERFORMED High Alumina, Dolomite, and

Magnesia-Chrome brick in Barrels and Bottoms

PERFORMED EQUAL To Magnesia-Carbon Bricks

in Lower Barrels
 Ladle Brick
COMANCHE® COMANCHE® GOLD COMANCHE® FA COMANCHE® PLATINUM
Standard Alumina Blend Fused Alumina Alumina Blend
Version Version Version Version

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 189 (3.03) 196 (3.14) 202 (3.24) 200 (3.20)
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 7.0 5.6 5.5 5.0
Coked 13.9 12.7 10.6 11.0

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 3,000 (20.7) 3,220 (22.2) 2,850 (19.7) 2,700 (18.6)
At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,070 (7.4) 1,340 (9.2) 1,540 (10.6) 1,500 (10.3)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Alumina (Al2O3) 83.4 83.8 80.7 81.5

Silica (SiO2) 3.9 2.7 1.4 0.7
Magnesia (MgO) 8.0 9.5 15.0 16.5
* Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is
free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO100 (8/04) 2C
DRY VIBRATABLES
FOR LADLES
NARCOVIBE 82A FINE
NARCOVIBE 82 A HOT PATCH DS

NARCOVIBE 82A FINE

Designed NOT TO SINTER in service.

Used between working and backup linings

of ladles to stop penetrating steel and to
decrease shell temperature.

Used to level ladle bottom bricks.

Easy to remove during ladle tearouts.

Makes installation of the next working
lining easier.

NARCOVIBE 82 A HOT PATCH DS

Designed TO SINTER in service.

Used for backup linings in steel ladles.

Used to hot patch bottoms, blocks, and plugs,

primarily after hot plug changes.
 DRY VIBRATABLES
THAT DO NOT SINTER THAT SINTER
NARCOVIBE NARCOVIBE
82A FINE 82A HOT PATCH

Material required, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 140 (2.25) 170 (2.72)

Max Recommended Temp. OF (OC) 3150 (1732) 3150 (1732)
Maximum Grain Size, Mesh (mm) 8 (2.4) 4 (4.7)
Minimum Bonding Temp.OF (OC) 2000 (1093) 1000 (538)
Thermal Conductivity,
BTU-in/ft3-OF-hr (W/mK):
@392OF (200OC) 11.7 (1.7) 14 (2.0)
@752OF (400OC) 8.0 (1.2) 10 (1.4)
@1112 F (600 C)
O O
7.5 (1.0) 9 (1.3)
@1472OF (800OC) 7.9 (1.1) 9 (1.3)

*Fired Properties 2900OF (1593OC)

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 129 (2.06) 153 (2.14)
Apparent Porosity, % 42 29
Cold Crushing Strength, psi (MPa) 820 (5.7) 6000 (41.3)
Total Linear Change, % +3.0 +3.5

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)
Silica (SIO2) 8.5 8.5
Alumina (Al2O2) 82.0 82.3
Titania (TiO2) 3.6 3.6
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.5 1.5
Lime (CaO) 0.1 0.1
Magnesia (MgO) 0.2 0.1
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O)) 1.7 1.7

* Other Room Temperature Properties After Exposure to Selected Temperatures for NARCOVIBE 82A HOT PATCH DS
Test Temperature BulkDensity Total Linear Change Cold Crushing Strength Apparent Porosity
lb/ft3 (g/cm3) % lb/ft2 (MPa) %
1500oF (816oC) 165 (2.64) +1.0 1,400 (9.7) 25
2000oF (1093oC) 165 (2.64) +1.0 2,300 (15.9) 25
2500 F (1371 C)
o o
174 (2.79) -0.8 1,500 (10.3) 20

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where
applicable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All
statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility
of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such
use or that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO101 (10/02) 2C
PRE-ASSEMBLED
IMPACT PADS/BOTTOMS

Made From COMANCHE® FA

Standard 12” and 15” Thicknesses

Minimum Size 3’ x 3’

Out Performs All Precast

Impact Pads With Same
Ease of Installation

Can be supplied as a pad or

complete bottom assembly
 Pre-Assembled Brick Impact Pads

COMANCHE® FA
Fused Alumina Version

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 202 (3.24)

Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 5.5
Coked 10.6

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 2,850 (19.7)
At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,540 (10.6)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Alumina (Al2O3) 80.7

Silica (SiO2) 1.4
Magnesia (MgO) 15.0
* Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where
applicable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All
statements, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of
any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 102 (8/04) 3C
ISO-STARTM
WELL & POCKET BLOCKS

ISO-STAR™ FAMILY OF PRODUCTS

ISO-STAR™ AMC
ISO-STAR™ MC
New block technology goes hand in hand with our excep-
tional performance slag line brick and COMANCHE™ prod-
ucts.

We currently offer Mag-Carbon (ISO-STARTM MC) and

Alumina-Magnesia-Carbon (ISO-STARTM AMC) versions of the
mix that work in most shops in the country.

These new well blocks and pocket blocks out perform all
other blocks offered in the market today.

This technology allows NARCO to put our most effective

refractory products into one of the industries most critical
areas.

This new technology gives the customer a block that will go

more heats than ever before at times double the life of a tra-
ditional cast block.

Unlike cast block ISO-STARTM is uniquely shaped to give the

best performance in pocket or well blocks. Please check the
drawings pictures and see the design of the new blocks

JUST PROVIDE US WITH YOUR CURRENT BLOCK DRAW-

ING AND LET US SHOW YOU THE FUTURE.

WE WILL PROVE TO YOU WE ARE COMMITED TO BE YOUR

REFRACTORY SOLUTION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
ISO-STARTM POCKET BLOCK/WELL BLOCK

Pocket Block Well Block

LIMITED DATA ISO-STARTM AMC ISO-STARTM MC

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3)
As Received 194 (3.11) 187 (3.00)
Coked 193 (3.09) 185 (2.96)
Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 6.4 3.3
Coked 11.4 8.3
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
At 70OF (21OC) 2,550 (17.6) 6,080 (27.6)
At 2550 F (1399 C) Air
O O
3,080 (21.2) 2,700 (18.6)
At 2880 F (1549 C)
O O
2,725 (18.8) --
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
(Calcined Basis)
Alumina (Al2O3) 72.5 --
Magnesia (MgO) 15.4 88.5
Silica (SiO2) 0.6 --
Carbon (C) 5.0 5.0*
Other 6.5 6.5
* Fixed Carbon

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable.
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information,
and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such
use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO122 (8/04) 3C
Magnesia-Carbon/Magnesia-Alumina-Carbon

Ladle Slagline Brick

QUANTUM®
MAGNUM
RENEGADE®

Offering the Full Range of Performance

From Good Purity Sintered
Fused Magnesite Grains
To the Highest Purity Sintered and
Fused Magnesite Grains
Carbon Levels 7-13%
Dual Metal System

Used In: Ladle Furnace Shops

Carbon Steel Shops
Alloy Steel Shops
Stainless Steel Shops
 STEEL LADLE SLAGLINE BRICK
QUANTUM® Family MAGNUM Family
XL 5C R5H4 XL10G XL 10H XL 7F XL 10F XL 13F

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 185 (2.96) 186 (2.98) 183 (2.93) 185 (2.96) 186 (2.98) 186 (2.98) 184 (2.95)

Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 6.5 5.5 5.9 6.0 5.2 5.5 5.1
Coked 13.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 11.0 10.0

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 2,500 (17) 3,000 (21) 2,600 (18) 1,800 (15) 2,000 (13) 2,000 (13) 3,000 (21)
At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,200 (8.2) 3,000 (21) 1,600 (11) 1,700 (12) 2,800 (19) 1,800 (12) 1,800 (12)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Magnesia (MgO) 90.0% 88.0% 86.0% 86.0% 83.0% 86.0% 90.0%

*Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 4.0 8.0 9.0 7.0 9.5 13.0

RENEGADE® Family
BL5H XL10F

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 188 (3.01) 188 (3.01)

Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 5.5 5.5
Coked 10.0 10.8

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 2,400 (16.4) 2,200 (15.0)
At 2552oF (1400oC) 1,900 (13.1) 1,900 (13.1)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Magnesia (MgO) 86.0 86.0

* Fixed Carbon (C) 8.0 9.5

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 103 (04/04) 3C
STEEL LADLE BRICK
LINING DESIGNS
SEMI UNIVERSAL BRICK
Easy to Install
Starter Sets Available
Small Brick Height Conforms
well to tapered steel ladle shells
3, 4, 5 ,6 ,7, 8, 9 inch Thicknesses Available
Good for Round, Obround, and 3 inch, 100mm Heights Available
Oval Ladles

MINI KEYS
Keyed lining hot face to cold face
Keyed lining can be worn thinner,
therefore LONGER SERVICE LIFE
Keyed lining can be laid tighter than
Semi-Universal without mortar 4, 5 ,6 ,7, 8, 9 inch Thicknesses Available
3 inch, 100mm Heights Available
Keyed linings remain tighter to safety
linings at trunnions during service,
especially in oval and obround ladles.

SOLDIERED ARCH/WEDGE BRICK

Tight Safety Lining Construction
Good Bricklaying Skills Required
Good for Round, Obround, and
4.5, 6, and 6.75 inch Thicknesses Available
Oval Ladles 9 inches in Height
STEEL LADLE BRICK LINING DESIGNS

UNIVERSAL CIRCLE BRICK

Easy to Install
Starter Sets Available
Curved Design Conforms well to the
Curved Shells of Round Ladles. 2.5, 3 and 4 inch Thicknesses Available
6 inchs in Height
Good for Round and Oval Ladles

BEVELED EDGE ARCH BRICK

Tight Safety Lining Construction
Good Bricklaying Skills Required
Good for Round, Obround, and
2.5, and 3 inch Thicknesses Available
Oval Ladles 9 inches in Height

TONGUE AND GROOVE BRICK

Tight Safety Lining Construction
Courses and Brick Locked Together
Good Bricklaying Skills Required
3 inch Thickness Available
Good for Round, Obround, and Oval Ladles 9 inches in Height

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO104 (10/02) 3C
 TIGHTLINE® CLG
Exclusively serving the iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
A Ladle Refractory System
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
specialized requirements.
A “Controlled Linear Growth”
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, glass, hydro- Ladle System designed to:
carbon, incineration, minerals processing and other industries…
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and Prevent Vertical Cracking
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
tory maker.
Prevent Steel Penetration
Increase Service Lives
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, Make Cleaner Steel
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers. Used in:

SLAGLINE
QUANTUM® Family
MAGNUM Family
RENEGADE® Family
Products from all these companies are available through:
For Iorn and Steel Sales:

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
BOTTOM, BARREL
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 COMANCHE® Family
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat. # NARCO106 R(8/04) 2C
 STEEL LADLE SLAGLINE BRICK STEEL LADLE BOTTOM & BARREL BRICK
COMANCHE® COMANCHE® GOLD COMANCHE® FA COMANCHE® PLATINUM
QUANTUM® Family
Standard Alumina Blend Fused Alumina Alumina Blend
XL 5C R5H4 XL10G XL 10H BL 5G Version Version Version Version

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 185 (2.96) 186 (2..98) 183 (2.93) 185 (2.96) 185 (2.96) Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 189 (3.03) 196 (3.14) 202 (3.24) 200 (3.20)
Apparent Porosity, %
Apparent Porosity, % As Received 7.0 5.6 5.5 5.0
As Received 6.5 5.5 5.9 6.0 5.5 Coked 13.9 12.7 10.6 11.0
Coked 13.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2 At 70OF (21OC) 3,000 (20.7) 3,220 (22.2) 2,850 (19.7) 2,700 (18.6)
At 70OF (21OC) 2,500 (17) 3,000 (21) 2,600 (18) 1,800 (12) 2,500 (17) At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,070 (7.4) 1,340 (9.2) 1,540 (10.6) 1,500 (10.3)
At 2550OF (1400OC) 1,200 (12) 3,000 (21) 1,600 (11) 1,700 (12) 1,200 (8.2)
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %: (Calcined Basis)
(Calcined Basis)
Alumina (Al2O3) 83.4 83.8 80.7 81.5
Magnesia (MgO) 90.0 88.0 90.0 90.0 92.0
Silica (SiO2) 3.9 2.7 1.4 0.7
*Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 4.0 8.0 9.0 5.0
Magnesia (MgO) 8.0 9.5 15.0 16.5
* Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0
MAGNUM Family RENEGADE® Family
XL 7F XL 10F XL 13F BL8H XL10F
* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values
Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 186 (2.98) 186 (2.98) 184 (2.95) 188 (3.01) 188 (3.01)
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
Apparent Porosity, % from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
As Received 5.2 5.5 5.1 5.1 5.5
Coked 10.0 11.0 10.0 10.1 10.8 Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2

At 70OF (21OC) 2,000 (14) 2,000 (13) 3,000 (21) 2,400 (16.4) 2,200 (15)
At 2550OF (1400OC) 2,800 (19) 1,800 (12) 1,800 (12) 1,900 (13.1) 1,900 (13.1)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Magnesia (MgO) 83.0 90.0 90.0 86.0 86.0

*Fixed Carbon (C) 7.0 9.5 13.0 8.0 9.5

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 STEEL LADLE SLAGLINE BRICK STEEL LADLE BOTTOM & BARREL BRICK
COMANCHE® COMANCHE® GOLD COMANCHE® FA COMANCHE® PLATINUM
QUANTUM® Family
Standard Alumina Blend Fused Alumina Alumina Blend
XL 5C R5H4 XL10G XL 10H BL 5G Version Version Version Version

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 185 (2.96) 186 (2..98) 183 (2.93) 185 (2.96) 185 (2.96) Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 189 (3.03) 196 (3.14) 202 (3.24) 200 (3.20)
Apparent Porosity, %
Apparent Porosity, % As Received 7.0 5.6 5.5 5.0
As Received 6.5 5.5 5.9 6.0 5.5 Coked 13.9 12.7 10.6 11.0
Coked 13.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2 At 70OF (21OC) 3,000 (20.7) 3,220 (22.2) 2,850 (19.7) 2,700 (18.6)
At 70OF (21OC) 2,500 (17) 3,000 (21) 2,600 (18) 1,800 (12) 2,500 (17) At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,070 (7.4) 1,340 (9.2) 1,540 (10.6) 1,500 (10.3)
At 2550OF (1400OC) 1,200 (12) 3,000 (21) 1,600 (11) 1,700 (12) 1,200 (8.2)
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:
Chemical Analysis, Approximate %: (Calcined Basis)
(Calcined Basis)
Alumina (Al2O3) 83.4 83.8 80.7 81.5
Magnesia (MgO) 90.0 88.0 90.0 90.0 92.0
Silica (SiO2) 3.9 2.7 1.4 0.7
*Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 4.0 8.0 9.0 5.0
Magnesia (MgO) 8.0 9.5 15.0 16.5
* Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0
MAGNUM Family RENEGADE® Family
XL 7F XL 10F XL 13F BL8H XL10F
* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values
Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 186 (2.98) 186 (2.98) 184 (2.95) 188 (3.01) 188 (3.01)
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
Apparent Porosity, % from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
As Received 5.2 5.5 5.1 5.1 5.5
Coked 10.0 11.0 10.0 10.1 10.8 Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
Modulus of Rupture, lb/in (MPa)
2

At 70OF (21OC) 2,000 (14) 2,000 (13) 3,000 (21) 2,400 (16.4) 2,200 (15)
At 2550OF (1400OC) 2,800 (19) 1,800 (12) 1,800 (12) 1,900 (13.1) 1,900 (13.1)

Chemical Analysis, Approximate %:

(Calcined Basis)

Magnesia (MgO) 83.0 90.0 90.0 86.0 86.0

*Fixed Carbon (C) 7.0 9.5 13.0 8.0 9.5

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free
of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 TIGHTLINE® CLG
Exclusively serving the iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
A Ladle Refractory System
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s
specialized requirements.
A “Controlled Linear Growth”
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, glass, hydro- Ladle System designed to:
carbon, incineration, minerals processing and other industries…
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and Prevent Vertical Cracking
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
tory maker.
Prevent Steel Penetration
Increase Service Lives
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, Make Cleaner Steel
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers. Used in:

SLAGLINE
QUANTUM® Family
MAGNUM Family
RENEGADE® Family
Products from all these companies are available through:
For Iorn and Steel Sales:

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
BOTTOM, BARREL
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 COMANCHE® Family
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat. # NARCO106 R(8/04) 2C
Transition Zone Brick
For Steel Contact
Including 1-3 Courses of Transition Zone
Brick between COMANCHE® -type Barrel and
Magnesia-Carbon, Magnesia-Alumina-Carbon
Slagline brick

Two Products are Available:

QUANTUM® BL5G - Primary Choice and
more resistant to
slag erosion
RENEGADE® - More resistance to
heavy stir turbulence

♦ These brick have characteristics of both alumina

barrel, magnesia-carbon, and magnesia-alumina
carbon slagline bricks
♦ They bridge the large difference, both chemically
and physically, between these barrel and slagline
bricks

QUANTUM® BL5G:
• Magnesia carbon brick designed
for steel contact in ladle barrel
• Primary use: Steel contact areas
• Secondary use: Free board areas

RENEGADE®:
• Magnesia-Alumina Carbon brick designed
for steel-contact in ladle barrels
• Gradual permanent expansion to prevent
cobblestoning
 TRANSITION ZONE BRICK
QUANTUM BL5G RENEGADE BL8H
Carbon-Magnesia Magnesia-Alumina--Carbon

Bulk Density, lb/ft3 (g/cm3) 185 (2.96) 188 (3.01)

Apparent Porosity, %
As Received 5.5 4.9
Coked 10.0 10.1

Modulus of Rupture, lb/in2 (MPa)

At 70OF (21OC) 2,500 (17) 2,400 (16.7)
At 2552OF (1400OC) 1,200 (8.2) 1,800 (12.3)

Chemical Analysis,Approximate %
(Calcined Basis)

Magnesia (MgO) 92.0 86.0

* Fixed Carbon (C) 5.0 8.0

* Values determined by standard procedures may be lower than actual values

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable. Variation
from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima or specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given
herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is
free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2002 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO108 (09/02) 3C
 NARCO Custom
Tundish Furniture
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s NARCO Custom Tundish Furniture is setting new records in performance and steel quality
specialized requirements. in a number of shops. The success of our new furniture is based on new and existing
patents, computer flow modeling, novel concepts and quality high technology products.

We have a number of compositions that can be used in Tundish Furniture. Some of the
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon,
incineration, minerals processing and other industries…
more common are:

Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-

formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus- BRAND Application
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac- VERSAFLOW® 70 PC Very attractive priced 70% alumina composition with good
tory maker. performance in many tundish applications.
VERSAFLOW® 70C PC Special coarse version of VERSAFLOW® 70 for use when
thermal shock and impact resistance is a must.
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
NARCON 70 PC Top quality, top performance 70% mullite composition for use
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, in long sequences and the most challenging environments.
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus- D-CAST 85TM PC Very cost effective 85% alumina composition for many tundish
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.
applications.
HP-CAST ULTRA PC High purity low cement composition for impact areas and
other demanding applications.

These are just some of the compositions we can supply. Success in the tundish comes from
the partnership of shape designs that insure steel quality and refractory compositions that
deliver needed performance. NARCO has the widest range of refractory compositions in the
industry. This insures our customers of the best composition for their needs.
Products from all these companies are available through:
We also have the imagination and experience to offer our customers solutions to their
For Iron & Steel Sales:
tundish problems. The following pages show some examples of solutions that we now
North American Refractories Company supply.
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO130 (4/03) 1C
 NARCO Custom NARCO Custom
Tundish Furniture Tundish Furniture

DAM/PAD units High Impact Pads

NARCO Custom Dam / Pad unit as NARCO’s High Impact Pads are
used at NUCOR Berkeley. This unit intended for shops where impact
is a one-piece impact pad and dam, resistance is the only goal of the pad.
thus reducing the time needed to Pads like the one used at Chaparral
install as well as improving the Steel shown on the left are further
positioning of the dams as they modified from a standard tile to
relate to the pad. include build-up areas to improve
sidewall protection.
This can be designed with any
number of impact pads from our These are normally made of
patented NARTUN ICP to simpler HP-CAST ULTRA PC or another high
impact control shapes. impact resistant product.

We can also zone cast this unit to

increase the ware resistance at the
impact area and still keep a cost-
effective unit. STAR Impact Pads

NARCO’s patented STAR impact

pads help reduce the turbulence in
the tundish with out trapping steel as
in the well system. It is best suited to
shops where the steel quality is very
NARTUN ICP
high and conventional furniture must
be used. These can be made in high
NARCO’s NARTUN ICP is a patented
impact resistant materials or lower
impact control pad that insures top
quality depending on the tundish con-
performance even when the shroud is
ditions.
not centered in the impact pad. This
is a common problem in many shops.
These offer both impact resistance
This pad can be oval (as shown)
and turbulence reduction.
round or square to fit any tundish
requirement.

The top flange is the key to this tech- NARCO can design and produce any special tundish shape. We rely on both our own
nology. ANH REFRACTORIES family of plants and our exclusive regional vendors. NARCO
Custom Tundish Furniture is another example of our commitment to the 21st Century.
 NARCO Custom NARCO Custom
Tundish Furniture Tundish Furniture

DAM/PAD units High Impact Pads

NARCO Custom Dam / Pad unit as NARCO’s High Impact Pads are
used at NUCOR Berkeley. This unit intended for shops where impact
is a one-piece impact pad and dam, resistance is the only goal of the pad.
thus reducing the time needed to Pads like the one used at Chaparral
install as well as improving the Steel shown on the left are further
positioning of the dams as they modified from a standard tile to
relate to the pad. include build-up areas to improve
sidewall protection.
This can be designed with any
number of impact pads from our These are normally made of
patented NARTUN ICP to simpler HP-CAST ULTRA PC or another high
impact control shapes. impact resistant product.

We can also zone cast this unit to

increase the ware resistance at the
impact area and still keep a cost-
effective unit. STAR Impact Pads

NARCO’s patented STAR impact

pads help reduce the turbulence in
the tundish with out trapping steel as
in the well system. It is best suited to
shops where the steel quality is very
NARTUN ICP
high and conventional furniture must
be used. These can be made in high
NARCO’s NARTUN ICP is a patented
impact resistant materials or lower
impact control pad that insures top
quality depending on the tundish con-
performance even when the shroud is
ditions.
not centered in the impact pad. This
is a common problem in many shops.
These offer both impact resistance
This pad can be oval (as shown)
and turbulence reduction.
round or square to fit any tundish
requirement.

The top flange is the key to this tech- NARCO can design and produce any special tundish shape. We rely on both our own
nology. ANH REFRACTORIES family of plants and our exclusive regional vendors. NARCO
Custom Tundish Furniture is another example of our commitment to the 21st Century.
 NARCO Custom
Tundish Furniture
Exclusively serving the glass, iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, and blast furnaces. In addition to pro-
viding complete technical support services, NARCO also can design and
implement a turnkey refractory management program to meet your facility’s NARCO Custom Tundish Furniture is setting new records in performance and steel quality
specialized requirements. in a number of shops. The success of our new furniture is based on new and existing
patents, computer flow modeling, novel concepts and quality high technology products.

We have a number of compositions that can be used in Tundish Furniture. Some of the
Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, hydrocarbon,
incineration, minerals processing and other industries…
more common are:

Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-

formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus- BRAND Application
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac- VERSAFLOW® 70 PC Very attractive priced 70% alumina composition with good
tory maker. performance in many tundish applications.
VERSAFLOW® 70C PC Special coarse version of VERSAFLOW® 70 for use when
thermal shock and impact resistance is a must.
Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…
NARCON 70 PC Top quality, top performance 70% mullite composition for use
A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel, in long sequences and the most challenging environments.
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus- D-CAST 85TM PC Very cost effective 85% alumina composition for many tundish
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.
applications.
HP-CAST ULTRA PC High purity low cement composition for impact areas and
other demanding applications.

These are just some of the compositions we can supply. Success in the tundish comes from
the partnership of shape designs that insure steel quality and refractory compositions that
deliver needed performance. NARCO has the widest range of refractory compositions in the
industry. This insures our customers of the best composition for their needs.
Products from all these companies are available through:
We also have the imagination and experience to offer our customers solutions to their
For Iron & Steel Sales:
tundish problems. The following pages show some examples of solutions that we now
North American Refractories Company supply.
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO130 (4/03) 1C
 AOD Refractories BRICK CASTABLES
Casable Typical Test Data

Max Service Temperature °F

Material Required to Cast
NARCON 70
CASTABLE

3250
167
VERSFLOW® 57A

3000
159
ARMORKASTTM 65

3200
163
VERSAFLOW® 70
ADTECH®

3100
155
NARCO
Bulk Density, pcf
After 230°F
Cold Modulus of Rupture, psi
167 163 163 158 TOTAL TUNDISH MANAGEMENT
After 230°F 1,200 1,800 1,900 1,990
Atter1500°F 2,400 1,300 1,400 3,330
Atter2500°F 3,100 1,500 2,200 750
Atter2500°F 3,000 2,000 2,700 750

N A R C O
Hot Modulus of Rupture, psi
At 2000°F
At 2500°F
Permanent Linear Change %
4,600
2,000
3,200
1,400
4,500
600
2,000
500 SOLUTIONS
After 2500°F
Chemical Analysis, %
-0.1 +0.8 +1.5 +1.6
for the next Millennium
(Approximate)
Silica (SiO2) 27.0 % 35.6% 27.4% 27.0%
Alumina (Al2O3) 70.1 60.9 67.8 67.3
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.8 0.7 0.9 0.9
Lime (CaO) 0.6 1.8 1.6 2.1
Magnesia (MgO) 0.0 0.1 0.0 0.1
Alkalies (Na2O + K2O) 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.2

T U N D I S H
AOD Refractories BRICK CASTABLES
Brick Typical Test Data KRUZITE® 70 ALADIN® 80 TUFLINE® 90 SERV® 10
Max Service Temperature °F 3000 3100 3200 3400
Bulk Density, pcf 165 170 182 197
Apparent Porosity % 18.7 19.5 17.6 17.0
Cold Modulus of Rupture, psI
After 230°F 1,700 1,610 1,730 3,500
Hot Modulus of Rupture, psi
At 2700°F – – 1,050 610
Permanent Linear Change %
After 2910°F 4.5 1.2 -0.5 0.0
Chemical Analysis, %
(Approximate)
Silica (SiO2) 23.0 % 15.2% 9.7% 2.5%
Alumina (Al2O3) 71.0 78.6 89.3 83.7
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.6 1.8 0.3 0.1
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.3 0.1 –
Magnesia (MgO) 0.2 0.3 Trace –

S Y S T E M S
Titania (TiO2) 3.4 3.4 0.6 –
Chromic Oxide (Cr2O3) – – – 11.6
Alkalies (Na O + K O)
2 2 0.6 0.4 Trace 0.2

The data given above are based on averages of tests results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where applicable. Variation from
the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given herein
are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free of
patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
A Complete line of
working materials:

DOSSOLITE
North American Refractories Company NARSPRAY
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 NARCOTUN
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 121 (4/03) 1C
 NARCO Working Lining Products
NARCO TUNDISH Products by Family DOSSOLITE Family:
DOSSOLITE, originally developed by the Daussan Group in France, is one of the oldest and most respected products in
the market. Today sold under exclusive license by NARCO and manufactured in the NARCO White Cloud Michigan
Plant, these products remain the bar that most others are measured against.

Shell Insulation The DOSSOLITE Family of products includes high performance single layer products and the patented dual layer tech-
nology. In dual layer spray a special formulation is used behind the working lining. This special layer reduces vapor pen-
INSBOARD® products etration, improves slag resistance and insures deskulling in the most demanding conditions.
PNEULITE® SPRAY 22
NARSPRAY Family:
The NARSPRAY Family of products are low to ultra low density products that are designed for maximum user friendli-
ness. Relying on gel binders these products have outstanding working time in the hose, which is ideal for shops that
Working linings cannot campaign their spraying requirements. Low density means less heat loss in the tundish and less material per
DOSSOLITE Family of High cubic foot. Both standard and long sequence products are available. These products are engineered to be dried under
Performance Products the most demanding of conditions, this means cost savings in fuel and more freedom on the tundish floor.
NARSPRAY Family of light and NARCOTUN Family:
ultra light weight user friendly NARCOTUN is a heat set family of dry-vibes ideally suited for customers that find dry-vibe a better solution than spray
products. products. These products offer easy of installation, water free means less hydrogen concerns and energy savings, and
NARCOTUN Dry Vibe products freedom for deskulling problems.

Backup Linings High Performance Working Lining Back-up for dual layer system
Castable Brick DOSSOLITE 1400-72 Largest selling product in family, DOSSOLITE 1410--75 A magnesite-chrome mix
NARCON 70 CASTABLE KRUSITE® 70 has outstanding sequence life and with the highest post designed improve slag resistance and improve shell
ARMORKASTTM 65 ALADIN® 80 drying strength in the industry. temperatures.
VERSAFLOW® 57A TUFLINE® 90
VERSAFLOW® 70 ADTECH® Super Performance Working Lining Dry-Vibe
DOSSOLITE 1400--83 Developed for special steel NARCOTUN NA 219 Heat-set Dry Vibe for demanding
grades and slag conditions that require a higher MgO tundish applications. Special binders insure good
product.
strenth post curing, at preheat and in service.
Standard Performance Working Lining
NARSPRAY (6381) Ultra Light weigh, long working time
and outstanding deskulling. This product is engineered
to be dried in very short times without compromising
properties.

Brand Mgo SiO2 Al2O3 CaO Fe2O3 Cr2O3 Density lb/ft3

DOSSOLITE 1400-72 77.8% 15.9% 1.3% 1.3% 3.1% NA 107
DOSSOLITE 1400--83 88.7% 6.2% 2.1% 1.3% 1.3% NA 109
NARSPRAY (6381) 77.5% 16.9% 1.1% 1.5% 2.8% NA 95
DOSSOLITE 1410--75 63.1% 5.9% 10.0% 1.4% 6.4% 12.8% 105
NARCOTUN NA 219 82.6% 12.1% 0.8% 1.5% 2.6% NA 130

Insulation Products
Boards and Blankets:
NARCO supplies a full range of INSBOARD® and INSWOOL® products for tundish applications. Most common are our,
INSWOOL®-HP Blanket for covers and seals, INSBOARD® 2300 HD for shell contact and INSBOARD® 2600 HD for shell
contact and cover applications.

PNEULITE® SPRAY 22
This is a unique spray insulation that can be installed with our standard tundish spray equipment. This product is
sprayed on the shell after the installation of anchors. This makes for easy anchor installation and rigid back-up lining
support.
 NARCO Working Lining Products
NARCO TUNDISH Products by Family DOSSOLITE Family:
DOSSOLITE, originally developed by the Daussan Group in France, is one of the oldest and most respected products in
the market. Today sold under exclusive license by NARCO and manufactured in the NARCO White Cloud Michigan
Plant, these products remain the bar that most others are measured against.

Shell Insulation The DOSSOLITE Family of products includes high performance single layer products and the patented dual layer tech-
nology. In dual layer spray a special formulation is used behind the working lining. This special layer reduces vapor pen-
INSBOARD® products etration, improves slag resistance and insures deskulling in the most demanding conditions.
PNEULITE® SPRAY 22
NARSPRAY Family:
The NARSPRAY Family of products are low to ultra low density products that are designed for maximum user friendli-
ness. Relying on gel binders these products have outstanding working time in the hose, which is ideal for shops that
Working linings cannot campaign their spraying requirements. Low density means less heat loss in the tundish and less material per
DOSSOLITE Family of High cubic foot. Both standard and long sequence products are available. These products are engineered to be dried under
Performance Products the most demanding of conditions, this means cost savings in fuel and more freedom on the tundish floor.
NARSPRAY Family of light and NARCOTUN Family:
ultra light weight user friendly NARCOTUN is a heat set family of dry-vibes ideally suited for customers that find dry-vibe a better solution than spray
products. products. These products offer easy of installation, water free means less hydrogen concerns and energy savings, and
NARCOTUN Dry Vibe products freedom for deskulling problems.

Backup Linings High Performance Working Lining Back-up for dual layer system
Castable Brick DOSSOLITE 1400-72 Largest selling product in family, DOSSOLITE 1410--75 A magnesite-chrome mix
NARCON 70 CASTABLE KRUSITE® 70 has outstanding sequence life and with the highest post designed improve slag resistance and improve shell
ARMORKASTTM 65 ALADIN® 80 drying strength in the industry. temperatures.
VERSAFLOW® 57A TUFLINE® 90
VERSAFLOW® 70 ADTECH® Super Performance Working Lining Dry-Vibe
DOSSOLITE 1400--83 Developed for special steel NARCOTUN NA 219 Heat-set Dry Vibe for demanding
grades and slag conditions that require a higher MgO tundish applications. Special binders insure good
product.
strenth post curing, at preheat and in service.
Standard Performance Working Lining
NARSPRAY (6381) Ultra Light weigh, long working time
and outstanding deskulling. This product is engineered
to be dried in very short times without compromising
properties.

Brand Mgo SiO2 Al2O3 CaO Fe2O3 Cr2O3 Density lb/ft3

DOSSOLITE 1400-72 77.8% 15.9% 1.3% 1.3% 3.1% NA 107
DOSSOLITE 1400--83 88.7% 6.2% 2.1% 1.3% 1.3% NA 109
NARSPRAY (6381) 77.5% 16.9% 1.1% 1.5% 2.8% NA 95
DOSSOLITE 1410--75 63.1% 5.9% 10.0% 1.4% 6.4% 12.8% 105
NARCOTUN NA 219 82.6% 12.1% 0.8% 1.5% 2.6% NA 130

Insulation Products
Boards and Blankets:
NARCO supplies a full range of INSBOARD® and INSWOOL® products for tundish applications. Most common are our,
INSWOOL®-HP Blanket for covers and seals, INSBOARD® 2300 HD for shell contact and INSBOARD® 2600 HD for shell
contact and cover applications.

PNEULITE® SPRAY 22
This is a unique spray insulation that can be installed with our standard tundish spray equipment. This product is
sprayed on the shell after the installation of anchors. This makes for easy anchor installation and rigid back-up lining
support.
 AOD Refractories BRICK CASTABLES
Casable Typical Test Data

Max Service Temperature °F

Material Required to Cast
NARCON 70
CASTABLE

3250
167
VERSFLOW® 57A

3000
159
ARMORKASTTM 65

3200
163
VERSAFLOW® 70
ADTECH®

3100
155
NARCO
Bulk Density, pcf
After 230°F
Cold Modulus of Rupture, psi
167 163 163 158 TOTAL TUNDISH MANAGEMENT
After 230°F 1,200 1,800 1,900 1,990
Atter1500°F 2,400 1,300 1,400 3,330
Atter2500°F 3,100 1,500 2,200 750
Atter2500°F 3,000 2,000 2,700 750

N A R C O
Hot Modulus of Rupture, psi
At 2000°F
At 2500°F
Permanent Linear Change %
4,600
2,000
3,200
1,400
4,500
600
2,000
500 SOLUTIONS
After 2500°F
Chemical Analysis, %
-0.1 +0.8 +1.5 +1.6
for the next Millennium
(Approximate)
Silica (SiO2) 27.0 % 35.6% 27.4% 27.0%
Alumina (Al2O3) 70.1 60.9 67.8 67.3
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.8 0.7 0.9 0.9
Lime (CaO) 0.6 1.8 1.6 2.1
Magnesia (MgO) 0.0 0.1 0.0 0.1
Alkalies (Na2O + K2O) 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.2

T U N D I S H
AOD Refractories BRICK CASTABLES
Brick Typical Test Data KRUZITE® 70 ALADIN® 80 TUFLINE® 90 SERV® 10
Max Service Temperature °F 3000 3100 3200 3400
Bulk Density, pcf 165 170 182 197
Apparent Porosity % 18.7 19.5 17.6 17.0
Cold Modulus of Rupture, psI
After 230°F 1,700 1,610 1,730 3,500
Hot Modulus of Rupture, psi
At 2700°F – – 1,050 610
Permanent Linear Change %
After 2910°F 4.5 1.2 -0.5 0.0
Chemical Analysis, %
(Approximate)
Silica (SiO2) 23.0 % 15.2% 9.7% 2.5%
Alumina (Al2O3) 71.0 78.6 89.3 83.7
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 1.6 1.8 0.3 0.1
Lime (CaO) 0.2 0.3 0.1 –
Magnesia (MgO) 0.2 0.3 Trace –

S Y S T E M S
Titania (TiO2) 3.4 3.4 0.6 –
Chromic Oxide (Cr2O3) – – – 11.6
Alkalies (Na O + K O)
2 2 0.6 0.4 Trace 0.2

The data given above are based on averages of tests results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where applicable. Variation from
the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and data given herein
are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is free of
patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
A Complete line of
working materials:

DOSSOLITE
North American Refractories Company NARSPRAY
400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108 NARCOTUN
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 121 (4/03) 1C
MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

Shotcrete Materials
SHOTKAST 80 ®
Description
80% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
REHEAT FURNACE
SHOTKAST® 65 65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix.
ON-LINE 60 60% alumina, low-cement cast, pumped or spray mix for rapid cure and heatup.
PNEUCRETE® 45 ADTECH® 45% alumina, low-cement spray mix. REFRACTORIES
Hot Gunite Materials Description
GREFCOTE 70 PLUS®
70% alumina, hot or cold gun mix.
GREFCOTE® 50 PLUS 50% alumina, hot or cold gun mix.

UPTAKE
Gunite Materials Description
ON-LINE 70 70% alumina, low-cement gun mix for rapid cure and heatup.
VERSAGUN® 60 ADTECH® 60% alumina, low-cement gun mix.
TUFSHOT LI/OT ADTECH 45% alumina, low iron, conventional gun mix. CHARGE END PREHEAT ZONE HEAT ZONE SOAK ZONE
NARCO® GUNCRETE 45% alumina, conventional gun mix.

Plastic Gunning Mixes Description DISCHARGE END

GREENGUN-85 P PLUS 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
GREENGUN-70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
GREENGUN-50 P PLUS 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
ROOF & SIDEWALL WORKING LINING
Castables Description
VERSAFLOW® 57A 60% alumina, andalusite-based, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
Plastics Description
VERSAFLOW® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, low-cement castable; can be vibcast, conventionally cast, or H-W BULL RAM PLASTIC
®
70% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
pumped. SUPER HYBOND 60 PLUS ®
60% alumina, heat-set plastic.
EXPRESS 27 PLUS
®
50% alumina, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped. GREENPAK-50-P 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
SUPER HYBOND PLUS ®
Superduty fireclay, air-set plastic.
RECUPERATOR / WASTE GAS DUCT / STACK WORKING LINING

Castables/Gun Mixes Description

Shotcrete Materials Description
GREENLITE 45L GR PLUS 2500°F insulating gunning castable.
KAST-O-LITE® 30 LIG 3000°F insulating gunning castable with low iron. SHOTKAST 65 ®
65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix.
KAST-O-LITE® 23 LI PLUS 2300°F insulating castable with low iron; can be poured or gunned. PNEUCRETE 60 ADTECH ® ®
60% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
KAST-O-LITE® 20 LI ADTECH® 2000°F insulating castable with low iron.

Plastic Gunning Mixes Description

INSWOOL PRODUCTS FOR BACKUP INSULATION GREENGUN 70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic
INSBOARD 2300 Vacuum formed ceramic fiber board with excellent insulating characteristics and gunning refractory.
thermal stability.
GREENGUN 50 P PLUS 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic
INSBLOK-19 1900°F maximum service temperature, lightweight, mineral wool block insulation.
gunning refractory.
INSWOOL® HP BLANKET 2400°F alumina-silica low iron, high purity, ceramic fiber blanket.
Anchor Bricks Description
CORAL BP ®
Burned, phosphate-bonded 83% alumina brick.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 Fax: (412) 375-6821

© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO126 ((9/04) 1C
 HEARTH FLOOR WORKING LINING (Continued)
Castables Description
REHEAT FURNACE REFRACTORIES (For Hearths with Rails)
VERSAFLOW® 80C ADTECH® Coarse, 80% alumina low-cement castable; can be pumped, conventionally
cast or vibration cast.
NARCON 70 70% alumina, mullite based, high purity castable; vibration cast preferred.
ULTRA-EXPRESS 70 70% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
ULTRA-EXPRESS 45 50% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
UPTAKE

Plastics Description
GREENPAK 90-P PLUS High performance 90% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
GREENPAK 85-P PLUS Premium 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
CHARGE END PREHEAT ZONE HEAT ZONE SOAK ZONE H-W® BULL RAM PLASTIC 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.

DISCHARGE END HEAT/PREHEAT ZONE BOTTOM

Bricks Description
CLIPPER® DP Premium superduty fireclay brick.
BURNER WALL WORKING LINING
ALAMO® Standard superduty fireclay brick.
EMPIRE® S Economical high-duty fireclay brick.
Plastics Description
GREENPAK 85-P PLUS Premium 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. Castables Description
NARPHOS 85P Premium 80% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. ULTRA EXPRESS 45 50% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
GREENPAK 85-MP PLUS High performance, 80% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. VERSAFLOW® 45C ADTECH® Coarse, 45% alumina, low-cement castable; can be pumped.
SUPER HYBOND® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, heat-set plastic. MC-25® PLUS Coarse 45% alumina, conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.

Shotcrete Materials Description Plastics Description

SUPER HYBOND PLUS
®
Superduty fireclay air-set plastic.
SHOTKAST® 80 80% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
SHOTKAST® 65 65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix. GREENPAK-50-P 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
PNEUCRETE® 60 ADTECH® 60% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
SKID PIPE INSULATION
Plastic Gunning Mixes Description
GREENGUN-85 P PLUS 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory. Castables Description
GREENGUN-70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory. VERSAFLOW® 57A 60% alumina, andalusite-based, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
VERSAFLOW® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, low-cement castable; can be vibcast, conventionally cast, or pumped.
Anchor Bricks Description ULTRA-GREEN 45 45% alumina, ultra-low cement, vibratable castable.
CORAL BP
®
Burned phosphate-bonded 83% alumina brick.
BACKUP LINING
HEARTH FLOOR WORKING LINING
Roof Castables Description
Bricks Description KAST-O-LITE 23 LI PLUS
®
2300°F insulating castable with low iron; can be poured or gunned.
PRISM High purity, 97% alumina brick with spinel matrix. KAST-O-LITE® 20 LI ADTECH® 2000°F insulating castable with low iron.
GREENAL 90 90% alumina, mullite-bonded brick. KAST-O-LITE® 19L PLUS 1900°F insulating castable; can be poured or gunned.

Castables Description Hearth Bricks Description

(For Hearths w/o Rails) CLIPPER® DP Premium superduty fireclay brick.
HP-CAST 93S Alumina-spinel low-moisture castable; vibration cast preferred. ALAMO® Standard superduty fireclay brick.
HP-CAST ULTRA Alumina-spinel forming low-moisture castable; vibration cast preferred. EMPIRE® S Economical high-duty fireclay brick.

Hearth Castables Description

HPV-50 50% alumina, low-cement castable; must be vibration cast.
KS-4V PLUS 45% alumina conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.
HYDROCRETE® PLUS 35% alumina conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.
 HEARTH FLOOR WORKING LINING (Continued)
Castables Description
REHEAT FURNACE REFRACTORIES (For Hearths with Rails)
VERSAFLOW® 80C ADTECH® Coarse, 80% alumina low-cement castable; can be pumped, conventionally
cast or vibration cast.
NARCON 70 70% alumina, mullite based, high purity castable; vibration cast preferred.
ULTRA-EXPRESS 70 70% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
ULTRA-EXPRESS 45 50% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
UPTAKE

Plastics Description
GREENPAK 90-P PLUS High performance 90% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
GREENPAK 85-P PLUS Premium 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
CHARGE END PREHEAT ZONE HEAT ZONE SOAK ZONE H-W® BULL RAM PLASTIC 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.

DISCHARGE END HEAT/PREHEAT ZONE BOTTOM

Bricks Description
CLIPPER® DP Premium superduty fireclay brick.
BURNER WALL WORKING LINING
ALAMO® Standard superduty fireclay brick.
EMPIRE® S Economical high-duty fireclay brick.
Plastics Description
GREENPAK 85-P PLUS Premium 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. Castables Description
NARPHOS 85P Premium 80% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. ULTRA EXPRESS 45 50% alumina, ultra-low cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
GREENPAK 85-MP PLUS High performance, 80% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic. VERSAFLOW® 45C ADTECH® Coarse, 45% alumina, low-cement castable; can be pumped.
SUPER HYBOND® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, heat-set plastic. MC-25® PLUS Coarse 45% alumina, conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.

Shotcrete Materials Description Plastics Description

SUPER HYBOND PLUS
®
Superduty fireclay air-set plastic.
SHOTKAST® 80 80% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
SHOTKAST® 65 65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix. GREENPAK-50-P 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
PNEUCRETE® 60 ADTECH® 60% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
SKID PIPE INSULATION
Plastic Gunning Mixes Description
GREENGUN-85 P PLUS 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory. Castables Description
GREENGUN-70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory. VERSAFLOW® 57A 60% alumina, andalusite-based, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
VERSAFLOW® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, low-cement castable; can be vibcast, conventionally cast, or pumped.
Anchor Bricks Description ULTRA-GREEN 45 45% alumina, ultra-low cement, vibratable castable.
CORAL BP
®
Burned phosphate-bonded 83% alumina brick.
BACKUP LINING
HEARTH FLOOR WORKING LINING
Roof Castables Description
Bricks Description KAST-O-LITE 23 LI PLUS
®
2300°F insulating castable with low iron; can be poured or gunned.
PRISM High purity, 97% alumina brick with spinel matrix. KAST-O-LITE® 20 LI ADTECH® 2000°F insulating castable with low iron.
GREENAL 90 90% alumina, mullite-bonded brick. KAST-O-LITE® 19L PLUS 1900°F insulating castable; can be poured or gunned.

Castables Description Hearth Bricks Description

(For Hearths w/o Rails) CLIPPER® DP Premium superduty fireclay brick.
HP-CAST 93S Alumina-spinel low-moisture castable; vibration cast preferred. ALAMO® Standard superduty fireclay brick.
HP-CAST ULTRA Alumina-spinel forming low-moisture castable; vibration cast preferred. EMPIRE® S Economical high-duty fireclay brick.

Hearth Castables Description

HPV-50 50% alumina, low-cement castable; must be vibration cast.
KS-4V PLUS 45% alumina conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.
HYDROCRETE® PLUS 35% alumina conventional castable; can be poured or vibration cast.
MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

Shotcrete Materials
SHOTKAST 80 ®
Description
80% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
REHEAT FURNACE
SHOTKAST® 65 65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix.
ON-LINE 60 60% alumina, low-cement cast, pumped or spray mix for rapid cure and heatup.
PNEUCRETE® 45 ADTECH® 45% alumina, low-cement spray mix. REFRACTORIES
Hot Gunite Materials Description
GREFCOTE 70 PLUS®
70% alumina, hot or cold gun mix.
GREFCOTE® 50 PLUS 50% alumina, hot or cold gun mix.

UPTAKE
Gunite Materials Description
ON-LINE 70 70% alumina, low-cement gun mix for rapid cure and heatup.
VERSAGUN® 60 ADTECH® 60% alumina, low-cement gun mix.
TUFSHOT LI/OT ADTECH 45% alumina, low iron, conventional gun mix. CHARGE END PREHEAT ZONE HEAT ZONE SOAK ZONE
NARCO® GUNCRETE 45% alumina, conventional gun mix.

Plastic Gunning Mixes Description DISCHARGE END

GREENGUN-85 P PLUS 85% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
GREENGUN-70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
GREENGUN-50 P PLUS 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic gunning refractory.
ROOF & SIDEWALL WORKING LINING
Castables Description
VERSAFLOW® 57A 60% alumina, andalusite-based, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped.
Plastics Description
VERSAFLOW® 60 PLUS 60% alumina, low-cement castable; can be vibcast, conventionally cast, or H-W BULL RAM PLASTIC
®
70% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
pumped. SUPER HYBOND 60 PLUS ®
60% alumina, heat-set plastic.
EXPRESS 27 PLUS
®
50% alumina, low-cement castable; can be cast or pumped. GREENPAK-50-P 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded plastic.
SUPER HYBOND PLUS ®
Superduty fireclay, air-set plastic.
RECUPERATOR / WASTE GAS DUCT / STACK WORKING LINING

Castables/Gun Mixes Description

Shotcrete Materials Description
GREENLITE 45L GR PLUS 2500°F insulating gunning castable.
KAST-O-LITE® 30 LIG 3000°F insulating gunning castable with low iron. SHOTKAST 65 ®
65% alumina, ultra-low cement spray mix.
KAST-O-LITE® 23 LI PLUS 2300°F insulating castable with low iron; can be poured or gunned. PNEUCRETE 60 ADTECH ® ®
60% alumina, low-cement spray mix.
KAST-O-LITE® 20 LI ADTECH® 2000°F insulating castable with low iron.

Plastic Gunning Mixes Description

INSWOOL PRODUCTS FOR BACKUP INSULATION GREENGUN 70 P PLUS 70% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic
INSBOARD 2300 Vacuum formed ceramic fiber board with excellent insulating characteristics and gunning refractory.
thermal stability.
GREENGUN 50 P PLUS 50% alumina, phosphate-bonded, plastic
INSBLOK-19 1900°F maximum service temperature, lightweight, mineral wool block insulation.
gunning refractory.
INSWOOL® HP BLANKET 2400°F alumina-silica low iron, high purity, ceramic fiber blanket.
Anchor Bricks Description
CORAL BP ®
Burned, phosphate-bonded 83% alumina brick.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 Fax: (412) 375-6821

© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO126 ((9/04) 1C
PRISM
Reheat Furnace Floor Block

NARCO offers a 100% refractory and economic alternative to

cast-alloy skid rail/refractory combination hearth bottoms in pusher
type reheat furnaces – PRISM Block.

These block measure 18” x 9” x 6” and have performed beyond

expectations at a number of furnaces.

PRISM offers:
EXTREME DENSITY (Power Pressed Block)

HIGH HOT STRENGTH (2500OF)

HIGH WEAR RESISTANCE (2500OF)

NO SCALE ADHERENCE

EXCELLENT CREEP RESISTANCE

EXTREME PURITY

ABILITY TO COOL DOWN/HEAT UP

W/O DAMAGING BLOCK

TIGHT DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCES

 TECHNICAL DATA PRISM
Physical Properties (Typical)
Bulk Density, (pcf) 187
Specific Gravity 3.70
Porosity (%) 20.0
Modulus of Rupture, (psi)
At 70°F 4900
At 2500°F 3000
At 2700°F 2600
Thermal Conductivity @ 2000°F (BTU/sq.ft/h/°F/in.) 19.5
Thermal Expansion @2450°F (%) 1.1
Abrasion (volume loss in cc) 5

Chemistry (% on Oxide Basis)

Alumina (Al2O3) 97.5

Lime + Magnesia (CaO+MgO) 2.1
Silica (SiO2) 0.1
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.1
Alkalies (K2O+Na2O) 0.2

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard ASTM procedures where appli-
cable. Variation from the above data may occur in individual tests. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All state-
ments, information, and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any
kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or
that such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2004 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO125 (R8/04) 1C
When a cooler furnace load or atmosphere is available,
an Emisshield™ coating on metal will absorb and emit
the heat to the load, preventing heat loss through the
metal and thermal oxidation of the substrate. Typical
applications for Emisshield™ STG and M formulations NASA Technology
include water-cooled electric furnace roofs, rotary kiln Emisshield™ was developed and refined from
nose ring castings, air
NASA technology used to protect the next genera-
blasters and grates, ladle
tion of Space Orbiters (X-33, X-34, etc.) from the
retaining rings, kiln car
skirts, alloy injector extreme tempertures and abrasion of atmospheric
tubes, metal slag and reentry.
dross removal tools, and X-33
Most substrates have a relatively high emissivity
exposed furnace structur-
Emisshield™ coated steel kiln car
al steel. skirts resist oxidation and warping
value at room temperature. However when temper-
atures increase, these values fall dramatically.
Emisshield™ not only has an emissivity value of
0.8 - 0.9 at room temperature, it maintains that X-34
Emisshield manufactured under license from NASA by
TM
value at temperatures up to 3000º F and beyond.
WESSEX INCORPORATED.

EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED. Emissivity - the absorption and release of energy rated on a scale of 0.0 - (Low) to 1.0 - (High)

WESSEX INCORPORATED
Benefits of Emisshield™ Coatings

Metals (Patent Pending)

Emisshield™ STG and M coatings can be applied to
most ferrous and non-ferrous alloys to protect them from
high temperatures, oxidation, corrosion, and abrasion.
These coatings can withstand process temperatures in
excess of 3000ºF and can extend the use temperature of
metal components in high temperature industrial
processes.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive Moon Township, PA 15108
EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED
www.naref.com Phone:(412) 375-6722 Fax: (412) 375-6745
© 2004 North American Refractories Company Cat# NARCO 140 (5/04)
 Using space age technology licensed from NASA,
Technical Information Wessex Incorporated has created Emisshield™
One of the distinguishing features of Emisshield™ compared
to previous high emissivity coatings is its binder system.
Coatings. These coatings have many beneficial uses These binders are totally inorganic and emit no hydrocarbon
Emisshield™ utilizes the property of emissivity, a materi- in the steel industry that help save time and money. volatiles or combustion products. In addition, the binders,
al's ability to absorb and re-radiate energy. Emissivity is The technology that NASA developed and combined with the emissivity agent, provide improved resist-
measured on a scale of 0.0 to 1.0, where 1.0 is a perfect Emisshield™ uses is based upon the property of ance to alkali and acid attack, and good resistance to reac-
black body, absorbing and re-radiating all radiant energy
emissivity, but the Emisshield™ products are unique tions with ferrous and non-ferrous metals. In service,
that hits its surface. Emisshield™ exhibits a relatively
and different than previous emissive coatings. Emisshield™ compositions form strong, highly abrasion-resist-
constant emissivity of 0.85 to 0.90 through the entire
temperature range from room temperature to over Emissivity is defined as a ability to absorb and sub- ant, crystalline or glassy coatings that can reduce erosion
3000ºF. Many substrate materials have a high emissivity sequently release energy from its surface to a furnace caused by high velocity gases and particulates.
at lower temperatures, but their emissivity drops dramati- load. Emissivity is rated on a scale of 0.0 (low) to 1.0
cally at elevated temperatures. Unlike other high emissivi- (high). While many substrates have a high emissivity
The amount of energy re-radiated increases with increasing
ty coatings, Emisshield™ will maintain its high emissivity emissivity and rises exponentially as the difference between
during prolonged high temperature service. the surface temperature of the Emisshield™ and the temper-
ature of the cooler furnace load increases.
value at ambient temperatures, most will steadily lose
their ability to reradiate that energy as the tempera-
Metal
Several Emisshield™
The equation describing the relationship between ture increases, particularly in the infrared zone of the
re-radiated energy and emissivity is shown in the next products have been
electromagnetic spectrum where 90% of radiant ener-
column: designed specifically for
gy is found. As determined by NASA scientists,
metal substrates. The Emisshield™ STG- and M-series of
Emisshield™ not only has an emissivity value of 0.85
Not to Scale
coatings for metal substrates will adhere to most ferrous and
to 0.9 at ambient temperature, it maintains that level
non-ferrous alloys, raising the effective service temperatures
of emissivity as temperatures increase above 3000°F.
Radio Micro- Infrared Visible UV X Gamma of all alloys. Many metals and alloys have relatively high
Waves waves Light Light Rays Rays Rays emissivities at room temperature, however their emissivities
One of the benefits of Emisshield™ is the ability to
decrease markedly at higher temperatures. Metals that easi-
3km 30cm 3cm 0.7µm 0.4µm 0.3µm 0.03nm 0.003nm keep the substrate it is protecting cooler. By reradiat-
ly oxidize, such as carbon steel and aluminum, are particular-
The value of emissivity assigned to a substrate measures hotter in temperature than the purple. Friedrick ing energy back to a cooler load, Emisshield™ pre-
ly prone to severe emissivity degradation at high tempera-
indicates its ability to absorb and reradiate energy in William Herschel discovered the infrared portion of the vents heat transfer via conduction. This results in
tures.
relation to the electromagnetic spectrum. A substrate eletromagnetic spectrum. While measuring the tempera- decreased energy usage and lower operating costs.
that has an emissivity value of 1.0 is known as a black tures of the visible spectrum, he moved his thermometer
body. A black body will absorb all energy regardless of past the visible red and noticed the temperature rose still.
wavelength. A black body will also reradiate all of the The majority of thermal energy falls into this infrared zone.
Refractory / Ceramic 1.0
energy it absorbs. To date, no such perfect black body According to the second law of thermodynamics, energy 0.8-0.9
exists. Those that come close to black body capabilities, will always flow from hot to cold. Therefore, Emisshield™ Decreased
Conduction 0.8
Thermal Energy conduction of Steel Coated with EmisshieldTM M-1
with emissivity values of 0.85 to 0.9, are known as grey coatings will always reradiate the absorbed energy to the Thermal Energy

Emissivty
TM
bodies. Emisshield™ coatings are grey bodies. In other coolest surrounding. This can have a major benefit in pro- Emisshield 0.6
Coating
words, a black body is 100% efficient at absorbing and ductivity, safety for people, decreasing fuel consumption Zirconia on
0.4 Inconnel
reradiating the same energy; thus the rating of 1.0. An and protection of the underlying substrate.
Conduction of energy through a substrate can be greatly reduced with
Emisshield™ coating will absorb and reradiate the same application of an Emisshield™ coating when a colder load is present. This
redirection of heat can save energy and increase production. By protecting 0.2 Aluminum Cold Rolled Steel
energy at an 85% to 90% efficiency rate and therefore Alloy-A3003
has an emissivity value of 0.85 to 0.9.
Substrate the substrate from the high heat, Emisshield™ will prolong the life of the
substrate which will result in reduced maintenance and operating costs. 0
All energy (heat) has a measured wavelength that Conduction Decreased 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
Thermal Energy conduction of
corresponds to a point on the electromagnetic spectrum. Thermal Energy Temperature 0F
Humans can see visible light, ranging in color from red to Emisshield
TM

Coating
purple. Red light has a wavelength of about 0.7µm while
purple light has a wavelength of about 0.4µm in the
Conduction of energy through a substrate can be greatly reduced with
visible spectrum. When white light is refracted through a application of an Emisshield™ coating when a colder load is present. This
prism to show all the visible colors (red through purple) redirection of heat can save energy and increase production. By protecting
the substrate from the high heat, Emisshield™ will prolong the life of the
and temperatures are taken of the refracted light, the red substrate which will result in reduced maintenance and operating costs.
EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED
 Using space age technology licensed from NASA,
Technical Information Wessex Incorporated has created Emisshield™
One of the distinguishing features of Emisshield™ compared
to previous high emissivity coatings is its binder system.
Coatings. These coatings have many beneficial uses These binders are totally inorganic and emit no hydrocarbon
Emisshield™ utilizes the property of emissivity, a materi- in the steel industry that help save time and money. volatiles or combustion products. In addition, the binders,
al's ability to absorb and re-radiate energy. Emissivity is The technology that NASA developed and combined with the emissivity agent, provide improved resist-
measured on a scale of 0.0 to 1.0, where 1.0 is a perfect Emisshield™ uses is based upon the property of ance to alkali and acid attack, and good resistance to reac-
black body, absorbing and re-radiating all radiant energy
emissivity, but the Emisshield™ products are unique tions with ferrous and non-ferrous metals. In service,
that hits its surface. Emisshield™ exhibits a relatively
and different than previous emissive coatings. Emisshield™ compositions form strong, highly abrasion-resist-
constant emissivity of 0.85 to 0.90 through the entire
temperature range from room temperature to over Emissivity is defined as a ability to absorb and sub- ant, crystalline or glassy coatings that can reduce erosion
3000ºF. Many substrate materials have a high emissivity sequently release energy from its surface to a furnace caused by high velocity gases and particulates.
at lower temperatures, but their emissivity drops dramati- load. Emissivity is rated on a scale of 0.0 (low) to 1.0
cally at elevated temperatures. Unlike other high emissivi- (high). While many substrates have a high emissivity
The amount of energy re-radiated increases with increasing
ty coatings, Emisshield™ will maintain its high emissivity emissivity and rises exponentially as the difference between
during prolonged high temperature service. the surface temperature of the Emisshield™ and the temper-
ature of the cooler furnace load increases.
value at ambient temperatures, most will steadily lose
their ability to reradiate that energy as the tempera-
Metal
Several Emisshield™
The equation describing the relationship between ture increases, particularly in the infrared zone of the
re-radiated energy and emissivity is shown in the next products have been
electromagnetic spectrum where 90% of radiant ener-
column: designed specifically for
gy is found. As determined by NASA scientists,
metal substrates. The Emisshield™ STG- and M-series of
Emisshield™ not only has an emissivity value of 0.85
Not to Scale
coatings for metal substrates will adhere to most ferrous and
to 0.9 at ambient temperature, it maintains that level
non-ferrous alloys, raising the effective service temperatures
of emissivity as temperatures increase above 3000°F.
Radio Micro- Infrared Visible UV X Gamma of all alloys. Many metals and alloys have relatively high
Waves waves Light Light Rays Rays Rays emissivities at room temperature, however their emissivities
One of the benefits of Emisshield™ is the ability to
decrease markedly at higher temperatures. Metals that easi-
3km 30cm 3cm 0.7µm 0.4µm 0.3µm 0.03nm 0.003nm keep the substrate it is protecting cooler. By reradiat-
ly oxidize, such as carbon steel and aluminum, are particular-
The value of emissivity assigned to a substrate measures hotter in temperature than the purple. Friedrick ing energy back to a cooler load, Emisshield™ pre-
ly prone to severe emissivity degradation at high tempera-
indicates its ability to absorb and reradiate energy in William Herschel discovered the infrared portion of the vents heat transfer via conduction. This results in
tures.
relation to the electromagnetic spectrum. A substrate eletromagnetic spectrum. While measuring the tempera- decreased energy usage and lower operating costs.
that has an emissivity value of 1.0 is known as a black tures of the visible spectrum, he moved his thermometer
body. A black body will absorb all energy regardless of past the visible red and noticed the temperature rose still.
wavelength. A black body will also reradiate all of the The majority of thermal energy falls into this infrared zone.
Refractory / Ceramic 1.0
energy it absorbs. To date, no such perfect black body According to the second law of thermodynamics, energy 0.8-0.9
exists. Those that come close to black body capabilities, will always flow from hot to cold. Therefore, Emisshield™ Decreased
Conduction 0.8
Thermal Energy conduction of Steel Coated with EmisshieldTM M-1
with emissivity values of 0.85 to 0.9, are known as grey coatings will always reradiate the absorbed energy to the Thermal Energy

Emissivty
TM
bodies. Emisshield™ coatings are grey bodies. In other coolest surrounding. This can have a major benefit in pro- Emisshield 0.6
Coating
words, a black body is 100% efficient at absorbing and ductivity, safety for people, decreasing fuel consumption Zirconia on
0.4 Inconnel
reradiating the same energy; thus the rating of 1.0. An and protection of the underlying substrate.
Conduction of energy through a substrate can be greatly reduced with
Emisshield™ coating will absorb and reradiate the same application of an Emisshield™ coating when a colder load is present. This
redirection of heat can save energy and increase production. By protecting 0.2 Aluminum Cold Rolled Steel
energy at an 85% to 90% efficiency rate and therefore Alloy-A3003
has an emissivity value of 0.85 to 0.9.
Substrate the substrate from the high heat, Emisshield™ will prolong the life of the
substrate which will result in reduced maintenance and operating costs. 0
All energy (heat) has a measured wavelength that Conduction Decreased 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
Thermal Energy conduction of
corresponds to a point on the electromagnetic spectrum. Thermal Energy Temperature 0F
Humans can see visible light, ranging in color from red to Emisshield
TM

Coating
purple. Red light has a wavelength of about 0.7µm while
purple light has a wavelength of about 0.4µm in the
Conduction of energy through a substrate can be greatly reduced with
visible spectrum. When white light is refracted through a application of an Emisshield™ coating when a colder load is present. This
prism to show all the visible colors (red through purple) redirection of heat can save energy and increase production. By protecting
the substrate from the high heat, Emisshield™ will prolong the life of the
and temperatures are taken of the refracted light, the red substrate which will result in reduced maintenance and operating costs.
EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED
When a cooler furnace load or atmosphere is available,
an Emisshield™ coating on metal will absorb and emit
the heat to the load, preventing heat loss through the
metal and thermal oxidation of the substrate. Typical
applications for Emisshield™ STG and M formulations NASA Technology
include water-cooled electric furnace roofs, rotary kiln Emisshield™ was developed and refined from
nose ring castings, air
NASA technology used to protect the next genera-
blasters and grates, ladle
tion of Space Orbiters (X-33, X-34, etc.) from the
retaining rings, kiln car
skirts, alloy injector extreme tempertures and abrasion of atmospheric
tubes, metal slag and reentry.
dross removal tools, and X-33
Most substrates have a relatively high emissivity
exposed furnace structur-
Emisshield™ coated steel kiln car
al steel. skirts resist oxidation and warping
value at room temperature. However when temper-
atures increase, these values fall dramatically.
Emisshield™ not only has an emissivity value of
0.8 - 0.9 at room temperature, it maintains that X-34
Emisshield manufactured under license from NASA by
TM
value at temperatures up to 3000º F and beyond.
WESSEX INCORPORATED.

EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED. Emissivity - the absorption and release of energy rated on a scale of 0.0 - (Low) to 1.0 - (High)

WESSEX INCORPORATED
Benefits of Emisshield™ Coatings

Metals (Patent Pending)

Emisshield™ STG and M coatings can be applied to
most ferrous and non-ferrous alloys to protect them from
high temperatures, oxidation, corrosion, and abrasion.
These coatings can withstand process temperatures in
excess of 3000ºF and can extend the use temperature of
metal components in high temperature industrial
processes.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive Moon Township, PA 15108
EmisshieldTM is a trademark of WESSEX INCORPORATED
www.naref.com Phone:(412) 375-6722 Fax: (412) 375-6745
© 2004 North American Refractories Company Cat# NARCO 140 (5/04)
 ®
INSWOOL
Blanket products
INSWOOL® Ceramic Fiber Blankets are a complete INSWOOL® CG is an alumina silica blanket used in
product line for applications temperatures up to 2600oF. applications up to 2000 0F. It is a high quality product
These products are produced from a spun ceramic fiber that can be used as back up insulation for most
furnace applications.
which is needled into lightweight, flexible blankets.
INSWOOL® Ceramic Fiber Blankets provide excellent Typical Applications
handling strength, low thermal conductivity, low heat INSWOOL® HP
storage and are resistant to thermal shock. Furnace Linings for Ceramic, Petrochemical
and Metals Markets
Lower Thermal Conductivity
Removable Insulating Blankets & Pads
Heat losses are reduced at high temperatures
Furnace & Boiler Repair
Lower Heat Storage Furnace Door Linings
Faster heat up and cool down for increased Glass Furnace Crown Insulation
productivity Soaking Pit Seals
Reduces Fuel Consumption Flexible High Temperature Pipe Insulation
Lowers Operating Costs Insulation for Steam & Gas Turbines
Expansion Joint Seals
Thermal Shock Resistance
High Temperature Gasketing
Lightweight
Allows for extreme change in temperatures INSWOOL® HTZ
Longer furnace campaigns Reheat Furnaces
Soaking Pit Seals
Allows flexibility in firing cycles
Refractory and Ceramic Kilns
Completely inorganic with no binders Boiler Linings
INSWOOL® blanket products are easy to install. No Glass Furnace Crown Insulation
special forming is required and plant personnel can be Refractory Kilns
used to install the product. Furnace structures can be
Furnace Linings & Seals
made lighter and furnace components can be shop
fabricated with fiber linings. Also, there is no curing or
dry out time when using INSWOOL® ceramic fiber INSWOOL® CG
blankets. These linings can be fired to peak operating Backup for Fiber Linings
temperature immediately after installation. Expansion Joint Material
INSWOOL® fiber blankets have excellent chemical Insulation Pads
stability and are unaffected by most chemicals. The only Furnace Packing Material
exceptions are hydrofluoric and phosphoric acid.
INSWOOL® HP is a high purity blanket that is made
from a 50/50 blend of alumina and silica that has
superior tensile strength and handling capabilities.
This product can be used in applications up to 2300 0F
and is available in 4, 6 and 8 pound densities.
INSWOOL® HTZ is a blanket used in higher temperature
applications up to 2600 0F with low shrinkage
characteristics. The product is made from a blend of
alumina, silica and zirconia.
 TECHNICAL DATA
Typical Physical Properties
INSWOOL® HP INSWOOL® HTZ INSWOOL® CG

Color: white white white

Maximum Recommended Temperture:
Intermittent Use, oF: 2300 2600 2000
Continous Use, oF: 2150 2450 1800
Melting Point, oF: 3200 3200 2750
Fiber Diameter, microns: 3 3 3 - 4.5
Average Fiber Length, inches: 3 3 3
Tensile Strength - 8lb/ft2, 1 in.:
Machine Direction, lb./in2: 10 10 8
Cross Direction, lb./in2: 6 6 5

Chemical Analysis: (approximate), %

(Calcined Basis)
Alumina (Al2O3) 45.0 36.0 44.0
Silica (SiO2) 54.3 48.0 54.0
Zirconia (ZrO2) -- 15.4 --
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.2 0.1 <1.2
Lime (CaO3) 0.1 0.1 --
Titania (TiO2 0.1 0.1 --
Magnesia (MgO)2 0.1 0.1 --
Alkalies (Na2O+K2O) 0.2 0.2 <0.5

Typical Thermal Conductivity, BTU-in/ hr ft2 0F: INSWOOL® HP and INSWOOL® HTZ BLANKET

600oF 800oF 1000oF 1200oF 1400oF 1600oF

Blanket Density
4# 0.63 0.85 1.16 1.4 1.8 2.2

6# 0.56 0.73 0.97 1.2 1.55 1.85

8# 0.43 0.7 0.78 1.0 1.2 1.43

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable.
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and
data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is
free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 152R (1/04) 15C
 INSBOARD Ceramic
Fiber Boards & Shapes
INSBOARD is a family of vacuum-formed,
ceramic fiber boards with excellent insulating
properties and high mechanical strength, as
well as superb thermal stability. It is manufac-
tured from bulk ceramic fiber and special
binders which create a strong, dense product
that has low thermal conductivity, excellent
resistance to thermal shock and chemical
attack.

INSBOARD is an excellent choice for applica-

tions with high velocity, vibration or mechanical INSBOARD comes in standard size of 24"x
stress. The products possess superior strength 36" with various thicknesses of 1/4", 1/2", 1",
and good handling characteristics. 11/2" and 2". The product line has three tem-
INSBOARD is lightweight and easy to install. perature ranges for applications from 1500 0F
The products are rigid and self supporting to 3000 0F. Upon request, INSBOARD can
which make installation simple. The products be made into special sizes.
can be machined or cut into shapes. Also, any INSBOARD formulations can be
made into vacuum formed shapes such
sleeves, hot tops, cones and pipe covering.
HD,HA,HT
Applications 2300LD 2300HD 2600 3000
Full Thickness Furnace Linings x x x
Board over Blanket Linings x x x x
Refractory Backup Insulation x x x x
Rigid High Temperature Gaskets x x
Hot Face Linings for Ceramic Kilns
& Petrochemical Furnaces x x
Glass Tank Side & End Wall Insulation x x x x
Molten Metal Trough Linings and Covers X
Insulation with High Velocities x x x x
Hot Gas Duct Linings x x x x
Expansion Joint Material x x
Heat Shields for Personnel Protection x x x x
Pouring Forms for Castable x
Combustion Chambers x x x x
High Temperatures Dryers x x x x
Industrial Heat Shields x x x x
Flue & Chimney Linings / Kilns & Furnaces x x x x
High Temperature Muffles x x x
Heat Treating Furnaces x
 TECHNICAL DATA
Physical Properties INSBOARD
2300 LD 2300 HD 2600 3000

Color White White White White

Density, lbs/ft2: 14-18 26 (HD) 26 12
(HA) 16
(HT) 15
Continuous Use Limit, oF: 2300 2300 2600 3000
Recommended Use Limit, F: o
2100 2100 2400 2700
Melting Point, F: O
3200 3200 3200 3200
Modulus of Rupture, psi: 75 200 120 70
Compressive Strength, psi:
10% Deformation: 20 50 30 18
25% Deformation: 65 110 50 30
Hardness, lbs.:
10% Deformation: 18 50 30 15
25% Deformation: 40 120 60 40
Shrinkage %:
24 Hrs @ 2000OF 2.4 2.3 – –
24 Hrs @ 2200OF 3.1 2.8 2.8 –
24 Hrs @ 2400OF – – 2.9 1.5
24 Hrs @ 2600OF – – 3.1 1.9
24 Hrs @ 2800OF – – – 2.6
24 Hrs @ 3000OF – – – 3.4
Thermal Conductivity, Btu-in/hr-ft2 - oF:
400oF 0.3 0.4 – –
800oF 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
1200oF 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.9
1600oF 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.4
2000oF 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.9
2400oF – – – 2.4

The data given above are based on averages of test

results on samples selected from routine plant produc- INSBOARD Thermal Conductivity
tion by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applica-
ble. Variation from the above data may occur in individ- 3
ual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or
BTU-in/hr-ft2

2.5
maxima for specification purposes. All statements, 2300 LD
information, and data given herein are believed to be 2
accurate and reliable but are presented without guaran- 2300 HD
1.5
tee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed 2600
or implied. 1
3000
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of 0.5
our products are made without representation or war- 0
ranty that any such product is fit for such use or that 400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400
such use is free of patent infringement of a third party. o o o o o o
F F F F F F
The suggested use assumes that all safety measures
are taken by the user. Temperature oF

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 ®
INSWOOL Ceramic
Fiber MODULES
INSWOOL® Ceramic Fiber Modules are a FQW Modules (Folded Quick Weld)
product line designed for full thickness The FQW Module system is a folded
linings in furnace applications. The CSW blanket module that is made into 2 halves with
(Center Stud Weld) and FQW (Folded a Quick Weld attachment. This new design
Quick Weld) modules are made from high provides for no blind welds in the lining design.
quality spun INSWOOL® HP and HTZ The advantage to the FQW module is the speed
blanket. Spun INSWOOL® blanket has of installation. It requires no stud pattern or
superior handling characteristic and layout. Using a quick weld stud gun, simply
strength characteristics. Both attachment place the module on the wall and pull the
systems provide for quick installation and trigger. FQW modules can be installed in a
less downtime for the installer. parquet or soldier course pattern using batten
strips.
Standard sizes for both types of modules
are 12" long x 12" wide. Special size CSW Modules
modules are also available upon request.
Various densities are available; 9.3# is
standard. 8#, 10#, 10.7# and 12#
densities are available. The modules are
compressed to the specific density's to
prevent shrinkage for longer module life
and durability.

CSW Modules (Center Stud Weld)

The CSW Module system is a module
using a 304 stainless steel channel and Hot Face Cold Face
two rods that runs through the blanket.
This module is installed by using a pre- FQW Modules
positioned stud pattern. This is done by
welding a 304 stainless steel 3/8" stud to
the furnace wall. Each CSW module is
then attached over the stud and tightened
with a bolt.

CSW modules linings can be installed in

parquet or soldier course pattern using
batten strips. Dual studs and holes
attachments can be added for larger size
CSW modules upon request. Hot Face Cold Face
 INSWOOL® Ceramic Fiber Modules

Applications Furnace Design Perimeters

· Stress Relieving Furnaces
3’ - 0”
· Annealing Furnaces
· Car Bottom Furnaces
· Process Heaters
· Refinery Heaters

3’ - 0”
· Reheat Furnaces
· Furnace Linings for Kilns & Boilers
· Soaking Pit Covers
· Pre- heat Ladles Covers
Fold
· Forge Furnaces Orientation

PARQUET
Specifications
Parquet Design - For applications of
20000 F and less
Blanket Options
· HP - 15000F - 21500F
· HTZ - > 21500F 3’ - 0”
6” 1’ - 0” 1’ - 0” 6”
Thickness
· 4" -12" Thick
6” 1’ - 1¾” 1’ - 1¾” 6”

1¼” NOM. GAP.

Sizes ONE FOLD
1” 8PCF BLANKET
· CSW - 12" x 12", 12" x 24"
3’ - 2½”

· FQW - 12" x 12"

· Sidewalls only 24" x 24"
· Special sizes available upon request

Density
· 8#, 9.3#, 10#, 10.7# & 12#
Fold
Orientation
Hardware
· 304 SS Standard Base and Rods WELD STUD ASSEMBLY - SOLDIER
· Special Hardware available upon request Soldier Course Design- For applications of
o 310SS, 316SS, 330SS and Inconel - add 20000 F to 21500F use one batten strip
2-3 weeks delivery for special hardware -over 21500F use a double batten strip

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400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
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INSWOOL
®

Ropes & Braids

3-Ply High Density Square Round

Twisted Rope Rope Braid Braid

INSWOOL® Ropes and Braids

H-W Refractories provides a family of ropes and braids for industrial use in temperatures up to
2300°F (1260°C). Typical applications for these products include gasketing, packing and sealing
in and around high-temperature heating equipment. Produced from ceramic fibers, these prod-
ucts exhibit excellent chemical stability, resisting attack from most corrosive agents. Exceptions
are hydrofluoric and phosphoric acids and concentrated alkalies. These fiber ropes and braids
also resist oxidation and reduction. If wet by water or steam, thermal properties are completely
restored upon drying. No water of hydration is present.

In choosing the most appropriate product for a particular application, the following product
descriptions should be considered:

3-Ply Twisted Rope

Produced by twisting 3-plys of ceramic fiber wicking, this product is relatively soft and lower in
density than other ropes or braids. 3-ply Twisted Rope is the most economical choice. This prod-
uct is also available with an inconel insert which drastically increases resistance to mechanical
abuse.

High Density Rope

High Density Rope is made from many strands of ceramic fiber yarn formed into three plys and
then twisted, resulting in a product that is higher in density and thus more durable than 3-ply
Twisted Rope.

Round Braid and Square Braid

The highest density of all our rope offerings, the ceramic fiber is braided to provide maximum
resistance to mechanical abuse. Aside from its superior strength, round and square braids also
exhibit minimal unravelling when cut.
 INSWOOL® ROPES AND BRAIDS
Product Availabilty

3-Ply Twisted Rope High Density Twisted Rope

Diameter of Feet Per Approximate Yield Diameter of Feet Per Approximate Yield
Section (Inches) Roll (Feet/Lb.) Section (Inches) Roll (Feet/Lb.)
1/4 2250 110 1/4 500 101.3
1/4 900 110 3/8 300 51.3
3/8 1300 45 1/2 200 28.6
3/8 500 45 5/8 200 21.3
1/2 725 30 3/4 100 15.0
1/2 300 30 7/8 100 10.6
5/8 525 18.6 1 50 8.8
3/4 375 16.2 1-1/4 75 6.2
7/8 275 11.8 1-1/2 50 4.4
1 225 10.3 2 50 2.0
1-1/4 175 6.5
1-1/2 125 4.3
2 50 2.4

Round Braid Square Braid

Diameter of Feet Per Approximate Yield Diameter of Feet Per Approximate Yield
Section (Inches) Roll (Feet/Lb.) Section (Inches) Roll (Feet/Lb.)
1/4 1700 91.9 1/4 1075 58.1
1/4 700 91.9 1/4 450 58.1
3/8 900 42.5 3/8 575 26.3
3/8 400 42.5 3/8 250 26.3
1/2 500 23.5 1/2 325 17.8
1/2 200 23.5 1/2 150 17.8
5/8 350 11.2 5/8 250 9.5
3/4 250 9.1 3/4 175 7.3
7/8 175 7.1 7/8 125 5.7
1 125 5.1 1 100 4.1
1-1/4 100 3.5 1-1/4 75 2.8
1-1/2 75 2.4 1-1/2 50 2.0
2 50 1.5 2 35 1.3

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use
is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 150 (10/03) 3C
 ®
INSWOOL
PUMPABLE
INSWOOL® PUMPABLE 23000F Ceramic Fiber Pumpable Material
High temperature caulking putty
Now available in standard
101/2 oz. and 29 oz.caulking tube
in addition to standard 5 gallon
buckets
Ready to use
Easy to apply
INSWOOL® PUMPABLE is a 23000F
ceramic fiber, putty-like consistency
material and was especially formulated for
pumping with special equipment. It is now
available in 101/2 oz. caulking tube (12 per
case) and 29 oz. caulking tubes (6 per Physical Properties
case) and are available through our Plant
or Distribution Centers. It can be used to Maximum temperature ratings: 23000F
fill hot spots behind existing hot face lining Wet Density (lbs./ft.3): 68
or can be used to fill small voids and thin Dried Density (lbs./ft.3): 27
cracks.
Permanent Linear Change:
INSWOOL® PUMPABLE is a lightweight After heating to 15000F + 0.1%
material with very low thermal conductivity. After heating to 2000 F 0
-3.1%
It is an excellent thermal insulator. It dries
Chemical Analysis - Calcined basis
to a firm, but compressible board-like
consistency. It is suitable for expansion Silica SiO2 60.0%
joints, and for filling contraction cracks. Alumina Al2O3 31.6%
Iron Oxides Fe2O3 0.2%
INSWOOL® PUMPABLE has excellent
Lime CaO 7.3%
thermal shock resistance, and can
generally be dried or put into heat Alkalies Na2O + K2O 0.9%
containment service without preheating.
The data given above are based on averages of tests results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable.
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information,
and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.

Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use
is free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.
 Exclusively serving the iron and steelmaking industries…
North American Refractories Company (NARCO) is a leading
supplier of refractory solutions to the iron and steel industries. The compa-
ny makes high-performance products for BOFs, EAFs, LMFs, ladles, finish-
ing, alternative ironmaking, casthouses, blast furnaces, and flow control
applications. In addition to providing complete technical support services,
NARCO also can design and implement a turnkey refractory management
program to meet your facility’s specialized requirements.

Exclusively serving the non-ferrous metals, ferrous foundry, glass, hydro-

carbon, incineration, minerals processing and other industries…
Harbison-Walker Refractories Company (H-W) provides high-per-
formance refractory solutions to all non-steel-related industries. In addition
to its own outstanding line of products, many of which have become indus-
try standards, H-W is recognized worldwide for its technical support and
expertise. Founded in 1875, the company is North America’s oldest refrac-
tory maker.

Manufacturing products exclusively for NARCO and Harbison-Walker…

A.P. Green Refractories (APG) makes products for the iron and steel,
aluminum, cement, copper, glass, and hydrocarbon and minerals processing
industries. The company also has one of the world’s top capabilities for cus-
tomized pre-cast shapes, along with a full line of insulating ceramic fibers.

Products from all these companies are available through:

For Iron & Steel Sales:

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 375-6600
Fax: (412) 375-6821
www.naref.com

© 2003 North American Refractories Company. All rights reserved. Cat. # NARCO 151 (10/03) 3C
 ®
INSWOOL
Utility Paper
INSWOOL® Utility Paper is processed from
unwashed spun, high purity alumina-silica
fibers formed into a highly flexible sheet. It is
recommended for continuous use at tempera-
tures up to 2300 °F in applications where insu-
lating efficiency is not critical. INSWOOL®
Utility grade is designed for use primarily in
applications where thermal stability and high Features
temperature protection up to 2300 °F are most Easy to Cut, Wrap or Form
important, such as high temperature parting Low Thermal Conductivity
plane in refractory linings or as an expansion Thermal Shock Resistant
joint.
Temperature Stability
INSWOOL® Utility Paper contains organic Resilient
binder to provide increased handling strength Lightweight
at room temperature. It possesses excellent Low Heat Storage
chemical stability and resists attack from corro- Good Dielectric Strength
sive agents. Exceptions are hydrofluoric and Excellent Corrosion Resistance
phosphoric acids and concentrated alkalis.
Because of its high-purity chemistry, High Heat Reflectance
INSWOOL® Utility Grade resists both oxidation Applications
and reduction. If it becomes wet due to water, Ware Separator
steam, or oil, its thermal and physical proper-
Ceramic and Glass
ties with return upon drying.
Metal Clad Brick
Color White Glass Tank Backup
Fiber Index, % 50 Kiln Car Deck Covering
Maximum Temperature Rating 2300°F Petrochemical
Continuous Use Temperature 2150°F
Transfer Line Protection
Tensile Strength, psi 75-100
Fired Tensile Strength 5-10 Welding & Brazing Protection
Thickness Specifications Steel & Nonferrous
Nominal 1/16", 1/8", 1/4" Investment Casting Mold Wrap
Ladle Refractory Backup
Backup Linings for Metal Troughs
Roll Sizes and Thicknesses
Hot Top Linings
1/16" 10# 25# Mill Roll
Coke Oven Door Seals
1/8" 10# 25# Mill Roll
Aerospace Heat Shields
1/4" 10# 25# Mill Roll
Appliance
Self Cleaning Ovens
 TECHNICAL DATA
Typical Physical Properties
INSWOOL® Utility Paper

Melting Point, OF: 3200

Maximum Use Temperature, F: O
2300

Chemical Analysis: (approximate), %

(Calcined Basis)
Alumina (Al2O3) 47.0
Silica (SiO2) 53.0
Alkalies (Na2O) 0.18
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.03
Others2 0.17

Loss on Ignition, LOI: 7-10%

Density lbs/ft2: 12-14

Dielectric Strength: 50

Thermal Conductivity, Btu-in/hr-ft2 - OF:

Mean Temperature OF
500 0.43
1000 0.69
1300 1.07
1600 1.58
The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable.
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and
data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is
free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

®
INSWOOL Utility Paper
Thermal Conductivity
2

1.5
Btu-in/hr-ft2

.05

0
500 1000 1500 2000
o
Temperature F

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400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
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 ®
INSWOOL
2300 Paper
INSWOOL® 2300 paper is processed from
washed, spun, high purity fibers formed into
highly flexible sheet. It is recommended for
continuous use at temperatures up to 2300 0F
in applications where insulating efficiency and
high strength are important.

Because it is processed from washed fiber, Features

INSWOOL® 2300 paper is clean, has low shot Easy to Cut, Wrap or Form
content and offers low thermal conductivity. Low Thermal Conductivity
It’s highly uniform structure assures homoge- Thermal Shock Resistant
neous thermal conductivity throughout, and its
Temperature Stability
high tensile strength makes it ideal as a gas-
ket, seal or spacer material. Resilient
Lightweight
INSWOOL® 2300 contains an organic binder to Low Heat Storage
provide increased handling strength at room Good Dielectric Strength
temperature. It possesses excellent chemical Excellent Corrosion Resistance
stability and resists attack from most corrosive
High Heat Reflectance
agents. Exceptions are hydrofluoric and phos-
phoric acids and concentrated alkalis. Applications
Because of its high purity chemistry, Ware Separator
INSWOOL® 2300 paper resists both oxidation
Ceramic and Glass
and reduction. If it becomes wet due to water,
steam or oil, its thermal and physical proper- Metal Clad Brick
ties will return upon drying. Glass Tank Backup
Kiln Car Deck Covering
Color White Petrochemical
Max. Temperature Rating °F 2300 Transfer Line Protection
Continuous Use Rating °F 2150
Welding & Brazing Protection
Tensile Strength - psi 105-130
Fired Tensile Strength 10-20 Steel & Nonferrous
Nominal Density, pcf 11-13 Investment Casting Mold Wrap
Fiber Index, % 55 Ladle Refractory Backup
Width in Inches 12,24,48 Backup Linings for Metal Troughs
Hot Top Linings
Roll Sizes and Thickness
1/32" #10 #25 Mill Roll Coke Oven Door Seals
1/16" #10 #25 Mill Roll Aerospace Heat Shields
1/8" #10 #25 Mill Roll Appliance
1/4” #10 #25 Mill Roll Self Cleaning Ovens
TECHNICAL DATA
Typical Physical Properties
INSWOOL® 2300 Paper

Melting Point, OF: 3200

Chemical Analysis: (approximate), %

(Calcined Basis)

Alumina (Al2O3) 47.0

Silica (SiO2) 53.0
Alkalies (Na2O) 0.18
Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) 0.03
Others 2 0.17

Loss on Ignition, LOI: 7-10%

Dielectric Strength: 50

Thermal Conductivity, Btu-in/hr-ft2 - OF:

Mean Temperature OF
500 0.40
1000 0.63
1500 0.95
2000 1.38

The data given above are based on averages of test results on samples selected from routine plant production by standard A.S.T.M. procedures where applicable.
Variation from the above data may occur in individual test. These results cannot be taken as minima or maxima for specification purposes. All statements, information, and
data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee, warranty, or responsibility of any kind, expressed or implied.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation or warranty that any such product is fit for such use or that such use is
free of patent infringement of a third party. The suggested use assumes that all safety measures are taken by the user.

INSWOOL® 2300 Paper

Thermal Conductivity
1.6
1.4
1.2
1
Btu-in/hr-ft2

0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
500 1000 1500 2000
o
Temperature F

North American Refractories Company

400 Fairway Drive
Moon Township, PA 15108
www.naref.com Phone: (412) 375-6600 w Fax: (412) 375-6821
© 2005 North American Refractories Company. All Rights Reserved. Cat# NARCO 154R (2/05) 5C