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MgO-C 18% Magnesia-Carbon (MgO-C) Bricks

MgO-C 18% is the 76-80% MgO grade in Shanker Agencies’ magnesia-carbon (mgo-c) bricks range, rated for continuous service to 1700°C.

MgO-C 18% grade magnesia-carbon (mgo-c) bricks supplied by Shanker Agencies
Grade
MgO-C 18%
MgO content
76-80%
Carbon content
16-18%
Max service temperature
1700°C
Cold crushing strength
35 MPa

MgO-C 18% technical specification

Typical values for MgO-C 18% magnesia-carbon (mgo-c) bricks. Test methods vary by property and product family, so confirm the applicable standard against the manufacturer datasheet before specifying.

PropertyMgO-C 18%
MgO content76-80%
Carbon content16-18%
Apparent porosity3-5%
Cold crushing strength35 MPa
Max service temperature1700°C

Grade designations and equivalents

How MgO-C 18% is referenced across Indian and export naming conventions.

SAPL grade codeMgO-C 18%
Max service temperature1700°C

Where MgO-C 18% is used

BOF / converter lining
EAF hot spots & slag line
Steel ladle slag line
Ladle metal line
AOD vessel lining
Converter & EAF taphole

Full magnesia-carbon (mgo-c) bricks range

Compare MgO-C 18% against every grade SAPL stocks in this family.

GradeMgO contentCarbon contentApparent porosityCold crushing strengthMax service temperature
MgO-C 10%86-90%8-10%4-7%40 MPa1700°C
MgO-C 14%80-84%12-14%3-6%38 MPa1700°C
MgO-C 18%76-80%16-18%3-5%35 MPa1700°C

Installation notes

  1. 1Lay dry or with thin carbon-bonded mortar; keep joints tight (under 1 mm where possible)
  2. 2Match carbon level to duty: lower C for metal line, higher C (16–18%) for slag line
  3. 3Limit oxidising atmosphere during heat-up to protect the carbon bond
  4. 4Antioxidant-containing grades develop a dense protective zone in service

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.