Surprisingly! High Zirconia Cast Brick TY-Z88 Significantly Enhances Lifespan of Refractory Materials in Glass Furnaces

2025-04-27

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In the glass furnace industry, issues like glass liquid contamination and short lifespan of refractory materials are common challenges. The High Zirconia Cast Brick TY-Z88, made from high-purity artificial raw materials and a special casting process, primarily features a crystal structure of zirconia, providing excellent corrosion resistance and significantly low potential for bubbling and stone formation, thereby effectively preventing glass liquid contamination. This product is available in two models, TY-Z88-WS and TY-Z95-WS, suitable for critical areas such as furnace sidewalls and throat covers, and is applicable in furnaces producing ordinary glass as well as high-quality specialty glass like television glass, greatly extending the lifespan of refractory materials in glass furnaces.

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The Challenge in the Glass Furnace Industry and the Solution: High - Zirconia Cast Brick TY - Z88

In the glass furnace industry, two common and persistent problems are the contamination of molten glass and the short service life of refractory materials. These issues not only affect the quality of glass products but also lead to frequent replacements of refractory materials, increasing production costs.

Enter the high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88. This innovative product is set to revolutionize the glass furnace industry by addressing these long - standing challenges.

Production Process, Crystal Structure, and Performance

The high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88 is manufactured using artificial high - purity raw materials and a special casting process. Its crystal structure is mainly composed of baddeleyite, which endows the brick with excellent corrosion resistance. According to laboratory tests, compared with traditional refractory materials, the corrosion rate of TY - Z88 in high - temperature molten glass is reduced by up to 30%. This significant improvement in corrosion resistance directly translates to a longer service life of the refractory materials in the glass furnace.

One of the key advantages of TY - Z88 is its extremely low potential for causing bubbles and stones in the glass. In a case study of a glass manufacturing plant, after using TY - Z88, the incidence of bubble and stone defects in the glass products decreased from 5% to less than 1%. This not only improves the quality of the glass but also effectively prevents the contamination of the molten glass.

Two Models: TY - Z88 - WS and TY - Z95 - WS

There are two models of the high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88: TY - Z88 - WS and TY - Z95 - WS. The TY - Z88 - WS model features a balanced performance between cost and quality. It has a relatively high zirconia content of 88%, which provides good corrosion resistance and thermal stability. This model is suitable for general - purpose glass furnaces where the operating conditions are not extremely harsh.

The TY - Z95 - WS model, on the other hand, has a higher zirconia content of 95%. It offers even better corrosion resistance and a lower risk of glass contamination. This model is ideal for high - end glass furnaces that produce high - quality special glasses, such as TV glass.

Model	Zirconia Content	Corrosion Resistance	Suitable Furnaces
TY - Z88 - WS	88%	Good	General - purpose glass furnaces
TY - Z95 - WS	95%	Excellent	High - end glass furnaces for special glasses

Application Positions in the Furnace

As shown in the furnace structure diagram, the high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88 can be used in key parts of the glass furnace, such as the side walls and throat covers. These parts are in direct contact with the high - temperature molten glass and are subject to severe corrosion. The excellent corrosion resistance of TY - Z88 makes it an ideal choice for these critical areas.

Suitable Glass Types

The high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88 is widely applicable to different types of glass production. It can be used in the furnaces for producing ordinary glass, as well as high - quality special glasses such as TV glass. Its wide range of applicability makes it a versatile solution for the glass manufacturing industry.

Product Selection Advice

When choosing between the TY - Z88 - WS and TY - Z95 - WS models, customers should consider the specific requirements of their glass production. If the production involves general - purpose glass with relatively mild operating conditions, the TY - Z88 - WS model can provide a cost - effective solution. However, for high - end glass production where product quality is of utmost importance, the TY - Z95 - WS model is recommended.

In conclusion, the high - zirconia cast brick TY - Z88 offers excellent corrosion resistance, low glass contamination potential, and a wide range of applicability. It significantly extends the service life of refractory materials in glass furnaces. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your glass production efficiency and product quality. Contact us now to learn more about how TY - Z88 can meet your specific needs!