Carbofrax® 8S Mortar

Carbofrax® 8S is a high strength silicon carbide mortar developed for use with Refrax® ARC and Advancal® sidewall blocks in Aluminium Reduction Cells. This mortar promotes the best possible heat transfer between silicon carbide and the pot shell. Its excellent workability and long shelf life makes it the number one choice for installers.

  • Engineered for high performance and compatibility with SiC sidewall blocks 
  • Rapid heat transfer for enhanced pot efficiency 
  • Chemical resistance to withstand molten fluoride attack 
  • Excellent workability and long shelf life 
  • High bonding strength 
  • High thermal conductivity 
  • Chemically and mechanically stable at high temperatures 

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