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DRI-VIBE 226A
General Information
DRI-VIBE 226A is a fused alumina-based refractory designed as a working lining for coreless induction furnaces melting all
grades of copper-based alloys. This product offers the following benefits and features:

> Completely dry with heat set bond

> Exceptional nonwetting characteristics
> Wear and corrosion resistance
> Installation around removable or consumable forms

Technical Data
Chemical Analysis
Al2O3 66.5% Material Required ................................... 181 lbs. per cubic foot (2.90 g/cm3)
SiC 26.0% Grain Size ................................................................. 6 mesh (4 mm) and finer
SiO2 4.1% Maximum Use Temperature ................................................2900°F (1595°C)
TiO2 2.2% Minimum Use Temperature .................................................1800°F ( 980°C)
Fe2O3 0.4% Installation Method ............................................................Dry ram or vibrate
Others 0.8% Procedure(s) .............................................. CL-1, CL-4, CL-5, CL-14, CH-20

Packaged in 55-lb. (25.0 kg) multi-wall paper bags. Palletized 64 bags (3520 lbs. or 1600 kgs) per 42" x 42" pallet protected
with stretch wrap. Also available in bulk packaging. Storage beyond 24 months is not recommended. Store in a dry location
to avoid moisture pickup. Sinter Schedule for C oreless Furnace L inings
U sing a R em ovable Form

2500
Sintering Data Cool &
Rem ove
2000 Form
1 H our
TEM PERA TU RE (° F)

1200°F ( 650°C) Initial Hold Temperature

1500
2100°F (1150°C) Final Hold Temperature 4 H ours 400° F/Hour
222° C/Hour
Sinter Rate: 400°F (222°C)/Hour 1000 400° F/Hour
222° C/Hour

500
For applications above or below stated Final Hold Temperature,
sinter at operating temperature (Reference CL-14). 0
0 5 10 15 20
TIM E (H OUR S)

Allied Mineral Products, Inc. supplies an entire line of monolithic refractories for melting and holding all types of metals in
coreless and channel induction furnaces. For more information or a complete evaluation of your refractory requirements, please
contact your local Allied representative.
Warning: Contains aluminum oxide, aluminum silicates, silicon carbide, and silica. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified
crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite carcinogenic to humans. Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information and
disposal instructions. Wear NIOSH approved respirator during installation, removal, and disposal of product to prevent inhalation of dust. In case of eye
contact, flush immediately and repeatedly with water and consult a physician. For safest use and optimum performance, proper practices must be followed.
Issued 5/5/05
©2005 Allied Mineral Products, Inc.

THE INFORMATION STATED IS BASED ON THE BEST LABORATORY AND LITERATURE DATA AND IS NOT A WARRANTY OR A GUARANTEE, NOR A VIOLATION
OF ANY PATENT. IT IS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION AND VERIFICATION ONLY, AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR SPECIFICATION PURPOSES.