Refractory parts DFS

Filter box and launder segment key facts

Drache produces filter boxes in the common sizes ranging from 7″ to 26“ as well as double filter boxes and boxes with two stacked filter seats. We supply refractory parts to match the filter box inserts as inlet channels, stepped bricks and outlet channels. These parts are available in a large variety of dimensions and customized shapes. We also supply a wide range of launder segments, from small cross sections for continuous casting through large segments for billet and rolling ingot casting to transfer launders. The parts are made from Drache Fused Silcia (DFS).

Filter box and launder segment key facts

Drache Fused Silcia (DFS) is a material specially developed by Drache for use in aluminum casting, e.g. in filter box inserts and channel segments.

Special characteristics

  • Developed in-house: Optimised for aluminium casting
  • Non-wettability: Very good non-wettability and chemical resistance to all aluminium alloys
  • Thermal shock resistance: The material has an excellent thermal shock resistance
  • Strength: Very good strength combined with relatively low density
  • Custom-tailored: Customised shapes and parts are possible on request
  • “Ready to Use”

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Components

Filterboxes

Launder segments

Characteristics

Thermal shock resistance

The products are resistant to thermal shock.

Temperature resistance

Fused Silicia Fine can be exposed to temperature changes.

High quality

The spouts and stoppers, like all our other products, are manufactured in accordance with our high quality standards.

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