[TheForge] Castable Refractory

Sat May 17 00:07:01 2003

Norm, all I'll add is that castable can set pretty quickly. You might 
try a handful and see how quick.

Steve Smith

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> 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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