Flow Control / Monoblock Stoppers

ZrO₂-C Nose Monoblock Stoppers

ZrO₂-C Nose is the 50-60% Al₂O₃ grade in Shanker Agencies’ monoblock stoppers range, rated for continuous service to 1600°C.

ZrO₂-C Nose grade monoblock stoppers supplied by Shanker Agencies
Grade
ZrO₂-C Nose
Al₂O₃ content
50-60%
Carbon content
28-35%
Max service temperature
1600°C
Bulk density
2.5 g/cc

ZrO₂-C Nose technical specification

Typical values for ZrO₂-C Nose monoblock stoppers. Test methods vary by property and product family, so confirm the applicable standard against the manufacturer datasheet before specifying.

PropertyZrO₂-C Nose
Al₂O₃ content50-60%
Carbon content28-35%
Apparent porosity13-17%
Bulk density2.5 g/cc
Max service temperature1600°C

Grade designations and equivalents

How ZrO₂-C Nose is referenced across Indian and export naming conventions.

SAPL grade codeZrO₂-C Nose
Alumina content50-60% Al₂O₃
Max service temperature1600°C

Where ZrO₂-C Nose is used

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
Inclusion reduction in clean-steel grades

Full monoblock stoppers range

Compare ZrO₂-C Nose against every grade SAPL stocks in this family.

GradeAl₂O₃ contentCarbon contentApparent porosityBulk densityMax service temperature
Standard MBS45-55%25-30%14-18%2.3 g/cc1600°C
ZrO₂-C Nose50-60%28-35%13-17%2.5 g/cc1600°C

Installation notes

  1. 1Mount on the stopper-rod mechanism with correct alignment to the tundish well nozzle
  2. 2Preheat the tundish and stopper assembly per OEM schedule before casting
  3. 3Connect and verify argon purging line where fitted (anti-clogging)
  4. 4Match stopper nose to the tundish nozzle bore for a clean seal and accurate flow control

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.