In the glass production industry, high - temperature corrosion has long been a thorny problem. At high temperatures, various corrosive substances in the glass melting process can quickly damage the refractory materials used in the furnace, leading to frequent replacement of bricks, production interruptions, and even contamination of the glass melt. This is where the fused - cast α - β alumina brick TY - M comes into play.
The main components of the fused - cast α - β alumina brick TY - M are carefully selected high - purity alumina and other additives. Through a unique melting and casting process, these raw materials are melted at extremely high temperatures and then cast into the desired brick shape. This process ensures the high density and uniformity of the bricks, which are the foundations for their excellent performance.
One of the most remarkable features of this product is its strong corrosion resistance below 1350°C. According to laboratory tests, in a simulated glass melting environment at 1350°C, the corrosion rate of the TY - M brick is only about 0.1mm per year, while ordinary refractory bricks can be corroded by up to 5mm per year under the same conditions. This huge difference shows the outstanding corrosion - resistance of the TY - M brick.
The strong corrosion resistance of the TY - M brick brings multiple advantages to glass production. First of all, it significantly reduces the replacement cost. Since the corrosion rate is extremely low, the service life of the bricks is greatly extended. For example, in a medium - sized glass factory, using ordinary refractory bricks, they need to be replaced every 2 - 3 years, while the TY - M bricks can last for more than 10 years. This means a substantial reduction in the cost of purchasing new bricks and the labor cost for replacement.
Secondly, it avoids production interruptions. Frequent replacement of refractory bricks requires shutting down the furnace, which not only wastes time but also affects the production schedule. With the TY - M bricks, the long - term stability of the furnace lining is guaranteed, and the glass production can proceed smoothly without unnecessary interruptions.
Finally, it reduces the pollution of the glass melt. When ordinary bricks are corroded, the corrosion products may fall into the glass melt, causing defects in the glass products. The TY - M bricks with high corrosion resistance can effectively prevent this from happening, ensuring the high quality of the glass products.
Many glass manufacturers have already benefited from using the fused - cast α - β alumina brick TY - M. For instance, a large - scale glass company in Europe replaced their old refractory bricks with TY - M bricks in one of their production lines. After a year of operation, they found that the replacement cost was reduced by 60%, and the production efficiency increased by 15% due to the reduction of production interruptions. The quality of their glass products also improved significantly, with the defect rate dropping from 3% to less than 1%.
In conclusion, the fused - cast α - β alumina brick TY - M is an ideal choice for glass production. Its strong corrosion resistance below 1350°C, cost - saving, and quality - improving features make it stand out in the market. If you are in the decision - making stage of choosing refractory materials for your glass production, we strongly recommend that you choose the fused - cast α - β alumina brick TY - M. By making this choice, you can effectively solve the high - temperature corrosion problem in glass production, reduce costs, improve production efficiency, and ensure the high quality of your glass products, thereby promoting the efficient development of your glass production.