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The difference between mullite bricks and sillimanite bricks

projectMullite BrickSillimanite Brick
Main IngredientsMullite (3Al2O2·2SiO2), 65% to 75% aluminaSillimanite minerals, after high temperature calcination, are transformed into mullite and free silica
Refractoriness1790℃ above1770~1830℃
Load softening start temperature1600~1700℃1500~1650℃
Compressive strength70~260MPabetter
Thermal shock resistancegoodbetter
Manufacturing methodSintering and electrofusionHigh temperature firing method and slurry casting method
Application AreasHot blast furnace top, blast furnace body and furnace bottom, glass melting furnace regenerator, ceramic sintering furnace, dead corner lining of petroleum cracking systemForming of flow holes in glass tank kilns, blast furnace linings, furnace throats, and ceramic industry kiln furniture

Mullite bricks and sillimanite bricks have their own advantages in physical and chemical properties and application fields. When choosing, you should make comprehensive considerations based on specific needs. Welcome to order Henan Lite Mullite Bricks and Sillimanite Bricks.

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