Ultramelt
Ultramelt is a premium quality carbon bonded silicon carbide crucible manufactured by high pressure iso-static pressing. Ultramelt incorporates Morganite’s advanced bonding technology and is the culmination of an intensive development program aimed to provide a superior grade product for the most arduous service conditions.
Applications
Ultramelt offers superior performance for aggressive erosive conditions with heavy flux usage in both copper based alloys and precious metal reclamation. The product is designed for use in gas, oil, and low to medium frequency induction furnaces.
Ultramelt Typical Metal Casting Temperature
- 1000 - 1400°C (1830 - 2550°F)
Performance Characteristics
- Superior erosion resistance
- High resistance to chemical corrosion
- Excellent thermal shock resistance
- High mechanical strength
- High consistent density
- Faster melting speed
Identification
Ultramelt crucibles are coloured black and utilise pattern coding with the suffix ULTR.
Pattern Range
Ultramelt crucibles are available in a wide range of optimised shapes and sizes to suit a broad spectrum of end user requirements. Heavy wall (HW) versions can be supplied and a range of integral pouring spouts are offered where required.
Quality
Ultramelt crucibles are manufactured from premium grade raw materials under an ISO 9001:2008 quality management system.