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Microporous Boards for Aluminium Industry
The microporous board is an advanced, ultra-thin, and environmentally friendly insulation material with exceptional thermal insulation properties. Used widely in the aluminum industry, it minimizes heat loss through its unique nanoporous structure, enhancing efficiency in holding and melting furnaces, transfer systems, and ladles. This high-efficiency insulation saves energy and is perfect for confined spaces, offering long-lasting performance while meeting sustainability standards.
Typical Applications: Holding and Melting Furnaces, Transfer Systems, Ladles and Crucibles.
Available in rigid boards & panel, flex felts & blanket, VIP, custom shapes and granules
Thermal conductivity lower than that of still air.
Can be encapsulated with aluminum foil, glass cloth, polyolefin film, etc.
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Features of Microporous Boards

Microporous insulation products leverage their unique nanoporous structure and the synergistic effects of various additives to remarkably inhibit heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation across a wide range of temperatures. This superior performance positions them ahead of traditional insulation materials such as mineral wool, perlite, insulating bricks, calcium silicate, and ceramic fibers, as well as aerogel felts. Notably, in most temperature ranges, the thermal conductivity of microporous insulation products is lower than that of static air.

Key features and benefits of microporous insulation materials include:

  • Nanoscopic Structure: The small particle size reduces contact area, significantly decreasing heat transfer via conduction.
  • Nanoporous Composition: Pore diameters around 20nm effectively trap gas molecules, virtually eliminating internal convection.
  • Anti-Infrared Properties: Incorporation of anti-infrared powders blocks and reflects infrared radiation, especially effective at high temperatures, further reducing heat transfer.

These combined properties make microporous materials exceptionally efficient for thermal insulation, offering unparalleled performance across various industrial and high-temperature applications.

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Microporous Board in Aluminum Melting Furnaces

In the aluminum industry, maintaining consistent temperature distribution in melting furnaces is essential for producing uniform liquid metal and ensuring final product quality. An effective refractory insulation system is key to achieving the needed temperature control in aluminum melting furnaces.

The MIP-950 and MIP-800 microporous boards are ideal for this purpose, as they reduce heat loss, enhance quality, and lower operational costs. The MIP-800 model, covered with aluminum foil to prevent moisture absorption, can be adhered to furnace linings with high-temperature adhesives. Compared to traditional materials like glass wool, mineral wool, and ceramic fibers, nano microporous insulation panels provide significant space savings and energy efficiency.

Advantages:

  • Thickness reduced by 50% compared to ceramic fiberboard, with a temperature drop of 9°C.
  • 30% reduction in heat loss and a 15°C cooler cold surface temperature compared to similar ceramic fiberboard.
  • Lower heat loss supports improved quality and extends furnace lifespan.
  • MIP-950 and MIP-800 panels can be easily cut and installed on-site using standard tools and methods.
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Microporous Board in Aluminum Transfer Ladles

The aluminum processing industry demands high flexibility and low production costs. Many facilities use transfer ladles for efficient transportation of molten aluminum between plants, with temperatures reaching around 750°C. In China, aluminum casting plants are increasingly located near electrolytic aluminum facilities, allowing for direct processing of molten aluminum and eliminating the costly process of cooling and re-melting ingots.

Advantages of Using Microporous Boards:

  • A 5 cm MIP-800 panel provides insulation comparable to an 18 cm mineral wool panel, significantly reducing heat loss.
  • The MIP-800 enhances ladle capacity, reduces energy consumption, and lowers operating costs.
  • Maintains furnace structure, cuts down heat loss, and boosts energy efficiency.
  • Easily cut and installed on-site for custom applications.
Technical Parameters
Grade Unit MIP-950 MIP-800  
Color Grey Grey
Classification Temperature 950 800
Main Composition SiO2 SiC SiO2 SiC
Typical Density kg/cm3 280 280
Compression Strength (10% deformation) MPa ≥0.3 ≥0.3
Shrinkage,
full soak @ (°C*12h)
% ≤2
(950)
≤2
(800)
Shrinkage,
one side @ (°C*12h)
% ≤0.5
(950)
≤0.5
(800)
Thermal Conductivity 200℃ W/m.K 0.020 0.020
400℃ 0.024 0.024
600℃ 0.028 0.028
800℃ 0.031 0.031
Standard Sizes L* W: mm 1000*600;
600*500
1000*600;
600*500
Thickness: mm 5-50mm 5-50mm
Dimension Tolerance Length and width direction: ±3mm; Thickness
Covering The available options include bare board, POF film-covered, aluminum foil cloth-covered aluminum foil-covered, fiberglass cloth-covered, and non-woven fabric-covered.
Remarks •  Customization of microporous boards & panels are available for dimensions up to 2800*780 mm and thicknesses from 1mm to 60 mm.
•  Density and technical specifications vary based on size and thickness.
•  Exposure to water and other liquids can permanently damage the microporous structure of the material, leading to a significant loss in its insulation capabilities. This vulnerability is a critical   technical limitation to be considered in its application and handling.

 

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