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High-Alumina Minerals for Refractory Performance

QT RefracMax™ is a high-alumina kaolin developed for refractory products requiring excellent thermal stability and resistance to high-temperature deformation.

Our refractory-grade mineral portfolio is engineered for consistent mineralogy and reliable service life across fire bricks, castables, mortars, and kiln furniture manufacturing.

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Application Areas

Refractory Products

  • Fire Bricks
  • Refractory Mortars
  • Castables
  • Kiln Furniture
  • High Temperature Refractories
  • Insulating Refractories

Industrial & Furnace Applications

  • Ladle Linings
  • Furnace Linings
  • Ceramic Fiber Products
  • Ramming Mass
  • Blast Furnace Linings
  • Crucibles

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QTM RefracMax™
High-Alumina Kaolin for Refractory Applications
Technical Data Sheet Refractory Grade

QTM RefracMax™ is a high-alumina kaolin developed for refractory products requiring excellent thermal stability and resistance to high-temperature deformation.

Chemical Composition (Typical)
ParameterTypical Value
SiO₂44–46 %
Al₂O₃36–40 %
Fe₂O₃≤0.70 %
TiO₂≤0.50 %
Loss on Ignition (LOI)13–15 %
Physical Properties (Typical)
PropertyTypical Value
Brightness85–90 %
Moisture<1.0 %
Loss on Ignition (LOI)13–15 %
Product Advantages
Excellent thermal stability Low shrinkage High refractoriness Consistent mineralogy Improved service life
Recommended Applications
Fire Bricks Refractory Mortars Castables Kiln Furniture High Temperature Refractories
* The specifications presented are typical values intended for guidance only. Actual values may vary depending on the natural mineral deposit and processing conditions.

Grade Selection

Five calibrated grades — from fire bricks to premium high-temperature refractories.

Kaolin Grade Portfolio — Refractory Industry
5 grades from fire bricks to premium high-temperature refractories
Industry Grade Sheet
Product Grade Al₂O₃ (%) Fe₂O₃ (%) Refractoriness Application
QTM-RF 100 36 0.70 Good Fire Bricks
QTM-RF 200 37 0.55 Better Refractory Mortars
QTM-RF 300 38 0.45 High Castables
QTM-RF 400 39 0.35 Very High Kiln Furniture
QTM-RF 500 40 0.25 Premium High Temperature Refractories
Key Performance Benefits Excellent Thermal Stability Low Shrinkage High Refractoriness Consistent Mineralogy
* Typical values are provided for guidance only. Customized grades can be developed to meet specific customer process and product requirements.

Key Properties

Excellent Thermal Stability

High-alumina composition resists deformation and maintains structural integrity under extreme, sustained furnace temperatures.

Low Shrinkage

Controlled mineralogy minimizes shrinkage during firing, preserving dimensional accuracy in refractory shapes and castables.

High Refractoriness

Elevated alumina content delivers superior resistance to high-temperature deformation across the grade portfolio.

Improved Service Life

Consistent batch-to-batch mineralogy extends the operational life of furnace linings, kiln furniture, and refractory castables.

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