Ceramic Cyclone Linings

The separation and classification of even mildly abrasive particles can accelerate abrasion in hydro and air cyclones. The addition of corrosive elements frequently causing traditional materials to fail before expected.

As a global leader in this field with many years’ experience, Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories has designed linings for cyclones across almost every industry, from hydrocyclones to cyclone separators.

The company’s diverse product portfolio can provide excellent cyclone wear life, whether this is in lower wearing areas or areas with accelerated velocity and higher wear.

Features and Benefits

Benefits
  • A diverse portfolio of ceramic materials for different types of wear in the cyclone
  • Extensive experience in lining design and applications
  • Comprehensive ceramic shaping capabilities
Applications
  • Hydrocyclones
  • Cyclone separators
Physical Properties
  Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3) Silicon Carbide (SiC) Zirconium Monolithic Castables
  Alpha Al2O3 Nitride Bonded SiC Reaction Bonded SiC Reaction Bonded SiC Sintered Alpha SiC Zirconia Toughned Alumina Fused Cast AZS Silicon Carbide
  Durafrax® Cryston® Cryston® TW Cast Refrax® 20 Refrax® 20 Norfrax® RB Silit® SKD HAMMERfrax® Hexoloy® Durastrike® ZTA ZAC - Corguard® Wearfrax® RS58
Properties                
Density, g/cm3 3,52 2,77 2,77 2,77 2,62 3,05 3 3,04 3,1 4,2 3,72 2,45
Porosity, % 0 8 <1 15 16 0 0 1 0 0 1.15 (Skin) -
Thermal Conductivity, W/m·K 18 16,3 23,7 13,8 16,3 125 35 125 125,6 - - -
Thermal Expansion, x10-6/°C 8,3 3,2 4,3 - 4,7 4,3 4,5 4,3 4,02 - -

-

Vickers Hardness, Gpa 9 23 11,6 - - 22 - 22 - - 19,6 -
Abrasion Resistance C704 1 1,6 1,5 1,9 2,5 0,7 0,7 0,7 0,4 0,6 1,1 8,2
Max Use Temp, °C 1,250 1,590 1,450 1,450

1,590

1,350 - 1,350 1,900 1,500 1,650 500
Abrasion Resistance
  Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3) Silicon Carbide (SiC) Zirconium Monolithic Castables
  Alpha Al2O3 Nitride Bonded SiC Reaction Bonded SiC Reaction Bonded SiC Sintered Alpha SiC Zirconia Toughned Alumina Fused Cast AZS Silicon Carbide
  Durafrax® Cryston® Cryston® TW Cast Refrax® 20 Refrax® 20 Norfrax® RB Silit® SKD HAMMERfrax® Hexoloy® Durastrike ZTA ZAC - Corguard® Wearfrax® RS58
Sliding Abrasion +++ + ++ + + +++ +++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++ +
Erosion +++ + + + + ++ ++ +++ ++++ ++++ ++ +
Impact + ++ + + + + + ++ + +++ +++ +
Corrosion Resistance ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ +++ +++ ++ ++++ ++ ++

+

Thermal Shock + + ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ ++ ++
Thermal Insulation + ++ ++ ++ +++ + + + + + ++ ++
Electrical Insulation ++++ NA NA NA

NA

NA NA NA NA +++ ++ NA

FAQ

Is it normal for the coarse discharge of a hydrocyclone to experience more rapid wear than other parts of the cyclone?

Yes, this is a common issue. It is advisable to upgrade materials in this area to a higher-performing ceramic to address this issue.

What is the best approach to addressing higher wear on the inlet of a dust collection cyclone?

A ceramic panel can be designed to address this specific wear zone in the cyclone. This panel features a bolt-in design, ensuring that the inside surface of the cyclone remains smooth and consistent.

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