[TheForge] Castable Refractory

Fri May 16 00:42:01 2003

[email protected] wrote:

>I know this has been discussed before on theforge but I didn't pay 
>enough attention.  I have an atmospheric forge that works well and is 
>lined with 2" of kaowool and then covered with ITC 100.
>
>Now I want to make a forge that is lined with Mizzou castable 
>refractory 3000 degree.Just got the refractory today (55 lbs for 
>$27.50)  but no info with it or on the bag as far as specifications or 
>applications are concerned.  I assume I just mix water with it and not 
>make it too soupy--I'll just wait plenty long for it to set up.  What I'm 
>wondering is:
>
>Does it help to put a short metal rods, screws, or whatever through 
>the sides of the forge to help hold the lining in place once dry?  
>What's the best thing to use?
>
>What's the best way to make a removable form to fit the inside of the 
>forge to shape the inside opening?
>
>What are the disadvantages and advantages of using castable 
>refractory as opposed to kaowool or durablanket type insulation?
>
>Does Mizzou type material make a good floor for  a forge?
>
>I plan to make the forge out of about a 10" or 12" pipe with about a 
>.09 wall and form a flat place in the pipe for the bottom of the forge.
>
>Been thinking about making the thickness of the insulation 
>somewhere between 1.5 and 2 inches.  Will this be adequate?
>
>Any suggestions or tips anyone has will be truly appreciated.  
>Thanks in advance for your help.
>
>Norm Larson
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Hi Norm,
    I am interested in your source of refractory.  I am in the middle of 
a very simular project and need refractory for it.  I also have the same 
questions.  Thanks for any help.

Larry