Flow Control / Ladle Shrouds
Std Pressed Ladle Shrouds
Std Pressed is the 60-65% Al₂O₃ grade in Shanker Agencies’ ladle shrouds range.
Std Pressed technical specification
Typical values for Std Pressed ladle shrouds. Test methods vary by property and product family, so confirm the applicable standard against the manufacturer datasheet before specifying.
| Property | Std Pressed |
|---|---|
| Al₂O₃ content | 60-65% |
| Carbon content | 20-25% |
| Application | Standard billets/blooms |
| Typical service life | 1 heat |
Grade designations and equivalents
How Std Pressed is referenced across Indian and export naming conventions.
| SAPL grade code | Std Pressed |
| Alumina content | 60-65% Al₂O₃ |
Where Std Pressed is used
Full ladle shrouds range
Compare Std Pressed against every grade SAPL stocks in this family.
| Grade | Al₂O₃ content | Carbon content | Application | Typical 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 |
Installation notes
- 1Always pre-heat shroud to 800–1000°C using lance pre-heater before first use
- 2Apply anti-oxidation paste to upper flange seating area
- 3Argon purging: connect purge line before opening ladle, purge at 10–15 Nl/min
- 4Check bayonet lock engagement before casting, loose connection causes steel splash
Disclaimer: 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.