Ladle Lining Installation : LCF 384A

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LCF 384A

General Information

LCF 384A is a low moisture, low cement, alumina-based castable designed for ladles, induction furnace structural components, and producing precast shapes. Typical applications for this product include iron ladles, launder systems, coreless furnace push out plugs and rings, electric arc furnace delta sections, ladle metallurgy furnaces, and ladle treatment covers. LCF 384A offers the following benefits and features:

Resistance to thermal shock conditions
Excellent hot and cold strengths
Outstanding spall resistance

General Information

Technical Data Chemical Analysis (Major Components)
Al₂O₃	80.0%	Material Required………………………………………. 2.64 g/cm³ (165 lb/ft³)
SiO₂	13.0%	Grain Size……………………………………………. 6 mm (3 mesh and finer)
TiO₂	3.2%	Practical Temperature Limit…………………………………. 1705°C (3100°F)
CaO	1.6%	Installation Method………………………………………………….. Vibration
Fe₂O₃	1.2%	Procedures……………………………………………………………… G-33

Packaged in 25 kg (55 lb) multi-wall paper bags protected with stretch wrap. Also available in bulk bag packaging. Storage beyond 6 months is not recommended. Store in a dry location to avoid moisture pickup.

Hydraulic Set
Water Required	6.5 – 7.0 %
Working Time	45 Minutes
Initail Hydraulic Set	2-5 hours
Final Hydraulic Set	3-10 hours

Allied Mineral Products, Inc. supplies a complete line of monolithic refractories for the metals industry. For more information or a complete evaluation of your refractory requirements, please contact your local Allied representative.

Warning: Contains aluminum oxide, aluminosilicates, calcium aluminate cement and silica. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite carcinogenic to humans. Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information and disposal instructions. Avoid breathing dust. Wear NIOSH approved respirator during installation, removal, and disposal of product to prevent inhalation of dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Hydrogen gas may be generated when product is exposed to water. Proper ventilation should be supplied to avoid gas buildup. Avoid use of enclosed forms. Ignition of hydrogen gas in an enclosed area can lead to personal injury. Steam spalling, which can lead to personal injury, may result from improper drying and firing procedures. In case of eye contact, flush immediately and repeatedly with water and consult a physician. For safest use and optimum performance, proper practices must be followed.

THE INFORMATION STATED IS BASED ON THE BEST LABORATORY AND LITERATURE DATA AND IS NOT A WARRANTY OR A GUARANTEE, NOR A VIOLATION OF ANY PATENT. IT IS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION AND VERIFICATION ONLY, AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR SPECIFICATION PURPOSES.

Laboratory Test Bar Data
LCF384A

Density	g/cm³	kg/cm³	pcf
After firing to:
300°F (150°C)	2.63	2627	164
1000°F (540°C)	2.63	2627	164
1800°F (980°C)	2.63	2627	164
2700°F (1480°C)	2.55	2547	159

Permanent Linear Change	%
After firing to :
300 °F (150 °C)	0.0
1000 °F (540 °C)	0.0
1800 °F (980 °C)	-0.1
2700 °F (1480 °C)	0.7

Modulus Of Rupture	MPa	kg/cm²	psi
After firing to :
300 °F (150 °C)	6.8	69.6	990
1000 °F (540 °C)	7.1	72.8	1035
1800 °F (980 °C)	11.5	118.1	1680
2700 °F (1480 °C)	12.3	125.5	1785

Cold Crushing Strength	MPa	kg/cm²	psi
After firing to :
1,400 °F (760 °C)	34.5	351.5	5000
1800 °F (980 °C)	48.3	492.1	7000
2700 °F (1480 °C)	62.1	632.7	9000