Revision No: 002

Date: 10/2014

Product Datasheet - Feeding

FERRUX* 744
Hot Topping
Description FERRUX 744 hot topping is an exothermic/insulating, low density, highly efficient riser
topping for both iron and steel castings providing good flowability, good expansion, and
good heat retention.

FERRUX 744 exothermic/insulating riser topping compound spreads quickly and evenly
over the entire molten metal surface, without raking. Little smoke is generated during the
exothermic reaction as the compound expands to more than twice its original thickness.
The resulting highly efficient insulating cover remains soft and non-cracking, maintaining
maximum insulation as it follows the riser head metal down during solidification

Benefits FERRUX 744 hot topping compound provides the following advantages:

 Good flowability – for complete coverage

 Good insulating properties
 Good heat output – to minimize chill
 Low fume evolution
 Consistency of performance
 Ease of use
 Economy of application
 Low level of contaminants

Application Apply FERRUX 744 hot topping to the surface of the riser immediately after the casting
has been poured, thereby keeping the top of the riser open, allowing atmospheric
pressure to aid in feeding the casting.

FERRUX 744 hot topping reduces heat loss from the riser, keeping the metal liquid for a
longer time during solidification.

FERRUX 744 hot topping should be added to the riser to produce an expanded layer
thickness equal to10% of the riser inside diameter.

Foseco 20200 Sheldon Road. Cleveland, Ohio 44142 U.S.A.

Tel: 440-826-4548 • Fax: 440-243-4694 • www.FosecoNorAm.com

FERRUX 744.docx *Foseco, its logo and FERRUX are trademarks of the Vesuvius Group, registered in certain countries, used under license.
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Date: 10/2014

Application Rates Riser Diameter Approximate Layer Approximate Weight

(Inches) (Inches) (Pounds)
3.0 0.50 0.10
3.5 0.50 0.10
4.0 0.50 0.10
4.5 0.50 0.10
5.0 0.50 0.15
5.5 0.55 0.20
6.0 0.60 0.25
7.0 0.70 0.40
8.0 0.80 0.55
9.0 0.90 0.75
10.0 1.00 1.10
12.0 1.20 1.80
14.0 1.40 2.90
16.0 1.60 4.40
18.0 1.80 6.20
20.0 2.00 8.50
22.0 2.20 11.30
24.0 2.40 14.70
26.0 2.60 18.70
28.0 2.80 23.30
30.0 3.00 28.70

Availability
Product Code Description Packaging

214680 Bulk 1800 LB. Pallet

505120 Bulk 300 LB. Drum
209750 8-oz. Bag 300 Lb. Drum
126850 1 Lb. Bag 300 Lb. Drum
154440 2 Lb. Bag 1500 Lb. Pallet

Health & Safety FOSECO products are made from quality materials and are designed to serve with
maximum efficiency and minimum risk. However, as with many substances used in
industry, health hazards may be present in the use of FOSECO products and, therefore,
it is extremely important that the user familiarize himself with the warning and handling
instructions on the label and on the Occupational Safety and Health Data Sheet. Contact
a FOSECO representative if further information is needed or if the product is to be used
in an unusual application.
Every effort is made to ensure the fitness of FOSECO products for their stated purpose,
however, because FOSECO has no control over the use of its products, no warranty can
be made in regard to results attending their use or to possible adverse metallurgical
consequences and side effects. You should read carefully the Terms and Conditions of
Sale which accompany the sale of any FOSECO product which you use.

Foseco 20200 Sheldon Road. Cleveland, Ohio 44142 U.S.A.

Tel: 440-826-4548 • Fax: 440-243-4694 • www.FosecoNorAm.com

FERRUX 744.docx *Foseco, its logo and FERRUX are trademarks of the Vesuvius Group, registered in certain countries, used under license.
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