Insulating Castables | Unshaped Refractories
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) Insulating Castables
94% min
Al₂O₃ Content
Typical value
1800°C
Max Service Temperature
Typical value
- Supplying refractories since 1980
- Dispatch from Delhi
- Same-day dispatch of standard stock items
- Pan-India & export
Technical Specification
Typical values. Exact values depend on manufacturer, formulation and applicable test standard.
Chemical Composition (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Al₂O₃ content | 94% min |
| SiO₂ content | 1.0% max |
Physical Properties (Typical)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulk density | 1.45 g/cc max @110°C/24hr |
| Cold crushing strength | 90 / 75 / 100 Kg/cm² @110 / 1000 / 1550°C (3hr fired) |
| Thermal conductivity | 1.1 / 1.0 / 0.9 W/m·K @540 / 815 / 1000°C hot face |
| Permanent linear change | ±0.2 / ±0.5% @1000 / 1550°C |
| Max service temperature | 1800°C |
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) Datasheet
Chemical analysis, physical properties, test methods and available sizes for CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) Insulating Castables, shared on request.
Key Characteristics
Taken from the CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) catalogue values above.
Service temperature
Rated to 1800°C
Alumina content
94% min Al₂O₃
Bulk density
1.45 g/cc max @110°C/24hr
Typical Applications

Specified for CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina)
Petrochemical & fertiliser
Bubble-alumina, very low silica, highest temperature; hydrogen atmosphere and reformer duty
Also used across the insulating castables range
Furnaces & linings
Backup insulation behind a dense working lining
Power, boilers & incineration
Boiler and furnace casing insulation
Steel & iron
Reheating and heat treatment furnace roof/wall backup; Kiln car and ladle cover backup insulation
Petrochemical & fertiliser
Carbon black reactors, waste heat boilers, sulphur recovery units (CA 58, low-silica/hydrogen duty); Secondary ammonia reformer insulation
Packing & Supply
- Supplied in bags; packing on request
- Same-day dispatch of standard stock items from Delhi
FAQ
What is CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina)?
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) is the 94% min Al₂O₃ grade in our insulating castables range, rated to 1800°C. Typical catalogue values: Al₂O₃ content 94% min; SiO₂ content 1.0% max; bulk density 1.45 g/cc max @110°C/24hr; cold crushing strength 90 / 75 / 100 Kg/cm² @110 / 1000 / 1550°C (3hr fired); permanent linear change ±0.2 / ±0.5% @1000 / 1550°C; thermal conductivity 1.1 / 1.0 / 0.9 W/m·K @540 / 815 / 1000°C hot face; max service temperature 1800°C. Confirm the exact figures on the grade datasheet before specifying.
What is the alumina content of CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina)?
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) carries 94% min Al₂O₃.
Where is CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) commonly used?
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) is typically specified for bubble-alumina, very low silica, highest temperature; hydrogen atmosphere and reformer duty. Applications across the insulating castables range also include backup insulation behind a dense working lining, boiler and furnace casing insulation, reheating and heat treatment furnace roof/wall backup and carbon black reactors, waste heat boilers, sulphur recovery units (CA 58, low-silica/hydrogen duty). Send us your operating conditions and we will confirm the grade.
How do I select between Cumicrete HT (CUMI) and CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina)?
Cumicrete HT (CUMI): 58% min Al₂O₃, rated to 1500°C. CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina): 94% min Al₂O₃, rated to 1800°C. Higher alumina generally brings higher refractoriness and slag resistance. Send us your application and operating temperature and we will confirm the grade.
How do I get a price for CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina), and how fast does it dispatch?
Send your application, operating temperature, lining area and quantity through the quote form, WhatsApp or +91 98999 57888. Same-day dispatch of standard stock items from Delhi; other items are confirmed with the quotation. Pricing is quoted per enquiry.
Need CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina), or unsure between Cumicrete HT (CUMI) and CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina)?
Send us your application, operating temperature, lining thickness and quantity. Our refractory team will recommend the suitable grade and supply route.
Technical support
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Pan-India & export
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Other Insulating Castables Grades
All grades in the insulating castables 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.
CA 58 (CUMI, Bubble Alumina) Insulating Castables
94% min · 1800°C