Insulation Board features cold crushing strength of 350 psi.

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Model TR-19HS Block consists of 1,900°F, medium-density, vermiculite insulation board material. It offers K factor of 1.17 BTU in./hr ft² at 1,000°F. Available in thicknesses up to 7 in., material is thermally stable with shrinkage of less than 1.5% at 1,900°F. It offers resistance to direct flame exposure and cryolite vapor attack. Block can be cast or gunned against with refractory castables as well as utilized with firebrick, refractory plastic, or ceramic fiber linings.



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New Product Announcement - TR-19HS Block



Thermal Ceramics announces the introduction of TR-19HS Block, a high strength, 1900°F structural insulation board material. This new, medium density (36 pcf), vermiculite composition product has the following outstanding features:

o Economical - Significantly lower cost than most other high temperature, high strength insulation materials
o Excellent load resistance - cold crushing strength typically 350 psi
o Very good insulating capabilities - K factor of 1.17 BTU*in./hr.*ft2*F @ 1000°F
o Thermally stable to its use limit - shrinkage of <1.5% @ 1900°F
o Available in range of thicknesses up to 7" - quick installation using full thickness board pieces
o Good durability - Resistant to direct flame exposure or cryolite vapor attack

The Thermal Ceramics Girard, IL facility where TR-19HS Block is manufactured has zero recorded customer complaints in more than three years, which is a reflection of the quality focus at this operation. The plant also maintains excellent fabrication expertise, being able to alter the standard 36" x 12" block configuration into a wide variety of shapes and sizes (beveled, slotted, semi-circular, etc.).

TR-19HS Block can be easily cast or gunned against with refractory castables as well as utilized with firebrick, refractory plastic or ceramic fiber linings. Target applications include backup insulation in aluminum pot cells and carbon baking furnaces, steel reheat and pusher furnaces, water tube boilers and other general insulation needs.

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