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Alumina-C (1QC) Well Blocks

Alumina-C (1QC) is the 80-85% Al₂O₃ grade in Shanker Agencies’ well blocks range, rated for continuous service to 1600°C.

Alumina-C (1QC) grade well blocks supplied by Shanker Agencies
Grade
Alumina-C (1QC)
Al₂O₃ content
80-85%
Max service temperature
1600°C
Cold crushing strength
60 MPa
Bulk density
2.9 g/cc

Alumina-C (1QC) technical specification

Typical values for Alumina-C (1QC) well blocks. Test methods vary by property and product family, so confirm the applicable standard against the manufacturer datasheet before specifying.

PropertyAlumina-C (1QC)
Al₂O₃ content80-85%
Apparent porosity10-14%
Cold crushing strength60 MPa
Bulk density2.9 g/cc
Max service temperature1600°C

Grade designations and equivalents

How Alumina-C (1QC) is referenced across Indian and export naming conventions.

SAPL grade codeAlumina-C (1QC)
Alumina content80-85% Al₂O₃
Max service temperature1600°C

Where Alumina-C (1QC) is used

Steel ladle bottom slide-gate seating block
Houses the inner / collector nozzle
Ladle nozzle pocket block
Slide-gate mechanism interface
Steel teeming flow control
Ladle bottom impact zone

Full well blocks range

Compare Alumina-C (1QC) against every grade SAPL stocks in this family.

GradeAl₂O₃ contentApparent porosityCold crushing strengthBulk densityMax service temperature
Alumina-C (1QC)80-85%10-14%60 MPa2.9 g/cc1600°C
Alumina-Zr-C (2QC)78-85%8-12%70 MPa3.0 g/cc1650°C
Mag-Sp-C (3QC)70-80%9-14%65 MPa3.0 g/cc1650°C

Installation notes

  1. 1Set into the ladle bottom with matching ramming/bedding mass; ensure concentric nozzle seating
  2. 2Align with the slide-gate mechanism before securing
  3. 3Controlled dry-out with the ladle lining; protect carbon-bearing grades from oxidation
  4. 4Match grade (Al₂O₃-C / Zr-C / Mag-Sp-C) to steel grade and campaign target

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.