High-Performance Sintered Refractories for Industrial Furnaces

 

Dezhong manufactures high-density sintered refractory shapes and engineered blocks designed for severe thermal, mechanical, and chemical environments in glass, metallurgical, and thermal processing furnaces.
Unlike fused cast refractories, our sintered products combine strictly controlled particle sizing, high-pressure forming, and precision high-temperature sintering. This produces a microstructurally stable ceramic bond tailored for superior thermal shock resistance, low apparent porosity, and high refractoriness under load (RUL).

 
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  • Insulated Firebrick
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  • Hot Face Insulation Bricks
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  • Fused Silica Brick
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Direct Zone Matching & Product Range

 

Material Grade

Key Raw Base

Bulk Density (g/cm³)

Apparent Porosity (%)

Main Features

Primary Applications

Sintered Alumina

High-Purity Al₂O₃ (85% to 99%)

2.9 to 3.2

Less than 18%

High thermal stability, alkali corrosion resistance

Burner blocks, furnace upper structures

Sintered Corundum

α-Al₂O₃ / Electro-Corundum

3.1 to 3.4

Less than 16%

Exceptional cold crushing strength (CCS) & abrasion resistance

High-wear charging zones, skid rails, throat channels

Sintered Mullite

Synthetic / Fused Mullite

2.5 to 2.8

Less than 17%

Outstanding thermal shock resistance & creep resistance

Regenerator checkers, crowns, thermal cycling zones

Sintered Zirconia

Stabilized ZrO₂

4.2 to 5.0

Less than 15%

Superior glass-melt corrosion resistance, minimal phase change

Glass contact zones, feeder expendables, transition layers

 

Technical Comparison: Sintered vs. Fused Cast Refractories

 

Factor

Sintered Refractory

Fused Cast Refractory

Manufacturing

Shaped under high pressure and fired below melting point

Electrically melted and poured into sand/graphite molds

Microstructure

Engineered crystalline bonds with uniform controlled pores

Dense, interlocking cast crystalline structure with shrinkage cavities

Thermal Shock Resistance

High. Lower thermal expansion stress; handles thermal cycling well

Moderate to Low. Highly susceptible to cracking during rapid thermal shifts

Dimensional Tolerance

Precise. Easily diamond-machined to tight tolerances (±0.5mm)

Requires specialized grinding; casting void locations must be managed

Cost & Economics

Cost-effective for structural zones, checkers, and upper walls

Higher cost; reserved strictly for high-wear molten glass contact

 

Precision Manufacturing & Quality Control

To guarantee dimensional accuracy during site installation, Dezhong enforces a zero-defect manufacturing process:

Raw Material Purity

Strict ICP testing for Fe₂O₃ and alkali impurities to eliminate glass discoloration and premature fluxing.

Homogeneous Batching & High-Pressure Forming

Micro-fine grinding ensures optimal packing density before hydraulic pressing.

 

Computer-Controlled Firing Schedules

Precise sintering curves prevent internal micro-cracks and ensure complete phase transformation.

Post-Sintering Machining & Dry Assembly

Complex shapes (burner blocks, doghouse arches, feeder parts) are diamond-machined and pre-assembled in-factory to verify tight joint clearances.

 

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Export Packaging & Damage Prevention
 

Industrial refractories require heavy-duty export packaging to withstand multi-modal sea freight:

Edge Guard Protection

All machined corners are fitted with reinforced corner protectors.

Vapor & Moisture Barriers

Vacuum-sealed plastic wrapping prevents humidity damage during ocean transit.

Custom Fumigated Wooden Crates

Heavy-timber crates reinforced with steel strapping, engineered for forklift and crane handling.

 

Request a Technical Evaluation & Quotation

 

 

Do not select refractories based solely on nominal Al₂O₃ content. Contact Dezhong's engineering team for a site-specific evaluation.

Please share with us:
Furnace drawings or CAD files (including dimensional tolerances).
Operating parameters (continuous temperature, thermal cycle frequency, furnace atmosphere).
Contacting media (glass chemistry, slag composition, or raw batch characteristics).
Current refractory service life and observed failure modes.

 

 

FAQ

 

 

Q: What is sintered refractory?

A: Sintered refractory is a high-temperature ceramic material produced by forming refractory raw materials and firing them at a controlled temperature to develop the required density, grain structure, and mechanical properties.

Q: What is the difference between sintered and fused cast refractory?

A: Sintered refractory is formed and fired below its melting point, while fused cast refractory is produced by electrically melting refractory raw materials and casting the liquid material into a mold. Their microstructures and performance characteristics differ significantly, making each suitable for specific furnace zones.

Q: Is sintered refractory suitable for glass furnaces?

A: Yes, selected sintered refractory grades are widely used in glass furnace applications. However, suitability depends on material composition, glass chemistry, operating temperature, furnace zone, and expected corrosion conditions.

Q: Is higher alumina content always better?

A: No. Higher Al₂O₃ content offers distinct advantages in specific high-temperature and chemical environments, but proper refractory selection also depends on apparent porosity, density, thermal expansion, mechanical properties, corrosion mechanisms, and furnace structural design.

Q: What is the importance of apparent porosity?

A: Apparent porosity indicates the volume of open pores within the refractory body. It directly affects the potential for penetration by molten glass, slag, or other aggressive chemical species, but it should always be evaluated alongside chemical composition and grain microstructure.

Q: Can you manufacture custom-shaped sintered refractories?

A: Yes, customized shapes can be produced according to your furnace drawings, CAD files, and technical specifications. The manufacturing design strictly accounts for firing shrinkage, machining allowances, and required installation tolerances.

Q: Can you manufacture refractory products according to our drawings?

A: Yes. Drawing-based production is available for standard blocks, large structural components, burner blocks, and special-shaped refractory products. Drawings should specify final dimensions, critical tolerances, and machining surfaces.

We are one of the most professional sintered refractory manufacturers and suppliers in China, specialized in providing high quality customized service for global clients. We warmly welcome you to buy high-grade sintered refractory made in China here from our factory.

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