45-55%
Al₂O₃ Content
Typical value
1600°C
Max Service Temperature
Typical value
14-18%
Apparent Porosity
Typical value
2.3 g/cc
Bulk Density
Typical value
25-30%
Carbon Content
Typical value
- Supplying refractories since 1980
- Made to your mechanism and size
- Pan-India & export
Technical Specification
Typical values. Exact values depend on manufacturer, formulation and applicable test standard.
Chemical Composition (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Al₂O₃ content | 45-55% |
| Carbon content | 25-30% |
Physical Properties (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Apparent porosity | 14-18% |
| Bulk density | 2.3 g/cc |
| Max service temperature | 1600°C |
Standard MBS Datasheet
Chemical analysis, physical properties, test methods and available sizes for Standard MBS Monoblock Stoppers, shared on request.
Key Characteristics
Taken from the Standard MBS catalogue values above.
Alumina content
45-55% Al₂O₃
Service temperature
Rated to 1600°C
Apparent porosity
14-18%
Bulk density
2.3 g/cc
Carbon content
25-30% carbon
Typical Applications
Applications for the monoblock stoppers range
Steel & iron
Tundish-to-mould flow control in continuous casting; Automatic mould level control; Billet, bloom & slab casting; Inclusion reduction in clean-steel grades
Other applications
Vortex & slag entrainment prevention; Argon purging through stopper nose (anti-clog)
FAQ
What is Standard MBS?
Standard MBS is the 45-55% Al₂O₃ grade in our monoblock stoppers range, rated to 1600°C. Typical catalogue values: Al₂O₃ content 45-55%; carbon content 25-30%; apparent porosity 14-18%; bulk density 2.3 g/cc; max service temperature 1600°C. Confirm the exact figures on the grade datasheet before specifying.
What is the alumina content of Standard MBS?
Standard MBS carries 45-55% Al₂O₃.
Where is Standard MBS commonly used?
Applications for the monoblock stoppers range include tundish-to-mould flow control in continuous casting, automatic mould level control, vortex & slag entrainment prevention, argon purging through stopper nose (anti-clog), billet, bloom & slab casting and inclusion reduction in clean-steel grades. Grade selection depends on your operating conditions; send them to us and we will confirm Standard MBS or a neighbouring grade.
How is Standard MBS supplied?
Flow-control parts are made to suit your mechanism and dimensions. Send the equipment make, part drawing or key dimensions, steel grades and quantity for a quotation.
How do I get a price for Standard MBS?
Send your equipment, dimensions, steel grades and quantity through the quote form, WhatsApp or +91 98999 57888. Delivery is confirmed with the quotation. Pricing is quoted per enquiry.
Need Standard MBS made to your size?
Send us your drawing or mechanism details, dimensions and quantity. Our refractory team will review them and provide a quotation.
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 Monoblock Stoppers Grades
All grades in the monoblock stoppers 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.
Standard MBS Monoblock Stoppers
45-55% · 1600°C