LADLE SHROUDS
Shield the steel stream from oxidation during ladle-to-tundish transfer
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Ladle shrouds are tubular refractory components that form a sealed connection between the ladle bottom nozzle and the tundish, preventing atmospheric oxygen from contacting the steel stream. Without a ladle shroud, steel picks up oxygen and nitrogen causing inclusions that degrade finished steel quality.
KEY PROPERTIES
Material
Al₂O₃-C or Fused Silica
Manufacturing
Isostatic pressing (premium)
Thermal Shock Resistance
Excellent
Argon Purging
Available — prevents clogging
Service Life
1 heat (standard) or sequence
Connection System
Bayonet / quick-change
APPLICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Grade | Al₂O₃ | Carbon | Application | Service Life |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iso Al₂O₃-C | 65-70% | 18-22% | Sequence casting, quality steels | 1–3 heats |
| Std Pressed | 60-65% | 20-25% | Standard billets/blooms | 1 heat |
| Fused Silica | — | — | Stainless steel, no carbon pick-up | 1 heat |
* Test conditions: IS 1528 (India) / ASTM C-133 / EN 1402. Values are typical — exact data sheets available on request.
AVAILABLE GRADES
INSTALLATION NOTES
- 1
Always pre-heat shroud to 800–1000°C using lance pre-heater before first use
- 2
Apply anti-oxidation paste to upper flange seating area
- 3
Argon purging: connect purge line before opening ladle — purge at 10–15 Nl/min
- 4
Check bayonet lock engagement before casting — loose connection causes steel splash
WHY BUY FROM SHANKER AGENCIES
We stock IFGL ladle shrouds in standard ISO sizes (200–250 mm OD, lengths 700–900 mm) with 48-hour availability for custom sizes.
PARTNER BRANDS
QUICK INFORMATION
Max Temperature
1600°C
Category
Flow Control
Grades Available
3 Standard Grades
Industries Served
Brands We Supply
• IFGL Refractories
• TRL Krosaki
📦 Quick Delivery
Standard grades in stock — Delhi warehouse. Pan-India delivery in 2–5 days. Same-day dispatch for urgent orders ≤ 2 MT.
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Slide Gate Plates
Sliding mechanism plates controlling molten steel flow from ladle to tundish
Subentry Nozzles (SEN)
Direct steel from tundish to mould with precision flow control for surface quality
Porous Plugs & Ladle Bottom Nozzles
Enable argon gas stirring for steel homogenisation and inclusion flotation
READY TO ORDER OR NEED A SAMPLE?
Our engineers can recommend the exact grade for your application. Sample kits available for trials. No minimum order on standard grades.