40 MPa
Cold Crushing Strength
Typical value
>90%
Carbon Content
Typical value
1.70 g/cc
Bulk Density
Typical value
<2% (impregnated)
Apparent Porosity
Typical value
- Supplying refractories since 1980
- Dispatch from Delhi
- Same-day dispatch of standard stock items
- Pan-India & export
Technical Specification
Typical values. Exact values depend on manufacturer, formulation and applicable test standard.
Chemical Composition (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Carbon content | >90% |
Physical Properties (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulk density | 1.70 g/cc |
| Apparent porosity | <2% (impregnated) |
| Cold crushing strength | 40 MPa |
Impervious Datasheet
Chemical analysis, physical properties, test methods and available sizes for Impervious Carbon Bricks, shared on request.
Key Characteristics
Taken from the Impervious catalogue values above.
Crushing strength
CCS 40 MPa
Carbon content
>90% carbon
Bulk density
1.70 g/cc
Typical Applications

Applications for the carbon bricks range
Steel & iron
Blast furnace hearth & bottom
Chemical & acid handling
Acid / chemical reactor lining; Electrolytic cell lining; Anti-corrosion vessel lining; Towers handling strong acids (HF, H₃PO₄); Pickling & phosphoric-acid plant equipment
FAQ
What is Impervious?
Impervious is the >90% carbon grade in our carbon bricks range. Typical catalogue values: carbon content >90%; bulk density 1.70 g/cc; apparent porosity <2% (impregnated); cold crushing strength 40 MPa. Confirm the exact figures on the grade datasheet before specifying.
What is the carbon content of Impervious?
Impervious carries >90% carbon.
Where is Impervious commonly used?
Applications for the carbon bricks range include blast furnace hearth & bottom, acid / chemical reactor lining, electrolytic cell lining, anti-corrosion vessel lining, towers handling strong acids (HF, H₃PO₄) and pickling & phosphoric-acid plant equipment. Grade selection depends on your operating conditions; send them to us and we will confirm Impervious or a neighbouring grade.
How do I select between Semi-Graphite and Impervious?
Semi-Graphite: >92% carbon. Impervious: >90% carbon. Send us your application and operating temperature and we will confirm the grade.
How do I get a price for Impervious, and how fast does it dispatch?
Send your application, operating temperature, dimensions and quantity through the quote form, WhatsApp or +91 98999 57888. Same-day dispatch of standard stock items from Delhi; other items are confirmed with the quotation. Pricing is quoted per enquiry.
Need Impervious, or unsure between Semi-Graphite and Impervious?
Send us the chemicals and concentrations, operating temperature, area and quantity. Our team will recommend the suitable lining system and supply route.
Technical support
Grade selection from our refractory team
Manufacturer-backed
Supplied from established refractory makers
Pan-India & export
Supply across India, GCC, ASEAN and Africa
Other Carbon Bricks Grades
All grades in the carbon bricks range.
Values are typical and compiled by Shanker Agencies Pvt. Ltd. from standard industry data and published manufacturer specifications. They are indicative, not a guarantee. Confirm the exact grade datasheet before specifying. For a certified datasheet or quotation, contact info@shankeragencies.com or +91 98999 57888.
Impervious Carbon Bricks
40 MPa · >90%