BOF Tap hole is a critical area that endures severe operating conditions (abrasion, corrosion and thermal shock) during converter operation & tapping. For safe and long furnace life IFGL provides high purity sea water magnesia based ramming and gunning masses which protect the taphole surrounding area. The tap hole mass forms an impervious monolithic lining between the taphole block and sleeve.
Range of products are available for gunning and ramming applications.
Tap Hole Ramming Mass
Benefits
- Good resistance to chemical corrosion, erosion and abrasion
- High rammed strength
- Higher Tap Hole performance
- Improved BOF availability & productivity
Tap Hole Gunning Mass
Benefits
- Best for targeted hot repair
- High adherence and low rebound loss
- Quick sintering
- Improved BOF availability & productivity
