Shivmotte LF Series

Chamotte Grade Guide

From standard LF 42 to ultra-high alumina LF 70+ — every grade engineered for consistent chemistry, precise particle sizing and superior application performance.

🔶 Standard Chamotte
Shivmotte LF 42
The most versatile chamotte grade — widely used in refractory castables, ceramics bodies and foundry coatings.
  • Consistent Al₂O₃ ~42%, low iron content
  • Suitable for refractory castables and bricks
  • Used in ceramics bodies for improved green strength
  • Foundry coatings and core making
  • Available as 0–1 mm, 1–3 mm, 3–5 mm and 200 Mesh

Available Particle Sizes

0–1 mm 1–3 mm 3–5 mm 200 Mesh Custom
PropertyTypical Value
Al₂O₃~42%
SiO₂~52–55%
Fe₂O₃<1.25%
TiO₂<2%
Bulk Density2.40-2.50 gm/cc
Apparent Porosity6% max
PCE (Pyrometric Cone Equivalent)32
Moisture<1%
Test MethodXRF / Wet Chemical / ASTM
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🔶 High Alumina Chamotte
Shivmotte LF 46
Enhanced alumina chamotte for higher duty refractory applications requiring better thermal stability.
  • Al₂O₃ ~46%, improved refractoriness over LF 42
  • Used in high-duty castables and refractory bricks
  • Better thermal shock resistance than standard chamotte
  • Suitable for kiln furniture and precast shapes

Available Particle Sizes

0–1 mm1–3 mm3–5 mm200 MeshCustom
PropertyTypical Value
Al₂O₃~46%
SiO₂~48–50%
Fe₂O₃<2%
PCESK 32–33
Bulk DensityAs per test
Test MethodXRF / Wet Chemical
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🔷 High Alumina
Shivmotte LF 54
Mid-range high alumina chamotte ideal for demanding monolithic and dense refractory formulations.
  • Al₂O₃ ~54%, low silica and low iron
  • Suitable for dense refractory bricks and shapes
  • Excellent for cement plant and glass furnace applications
  • Good thermal shock and spalling resistance

Available Particle Sizes

0–1 mm1–3 mm3–5 mm200 MeshCustom
PropertyTypical Value
Al₂O₃~54%
SiO₂~40–43%
Fe₂O₃<2%
PCESK 34–35
Test MethodXRF / Wet Chemical
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💠 Super High Alumina
Shivmotte LF 60
Super high alumina chamotte for premium refractory products used in steel and cement industries.
  • Al₂O₃ ~60%, very low iron content
  • Excellent refractoriness — PCE SK 35–36
  • For critical steel plant and cement kiln applications
  • Suitable for high-strength premix castables

Available Particle Sizes

0–1 mm1–3 mm3–5 mm200 MeshCustom
PropertyTypical Value
Al₂O₃~60%
SiO₂~33–36%
Fe₂O₃<1.5%
PCESK 35–36
Test MethodXRF / Wet Chemical
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⚡ Ultra High Alumina
Shivmotte LF 70+
Ultra-high alumina chamotte for the most demanding high-temperature refractory applications globally.
  • Al₂O₃ 70%+, highest purity in the Shivmotte range
  • Maximum refractoriness — PCE SK 37+
  • For export to Middle East and European markets
  • Comparable to calcined bauxite in performance
  • Suitable for glass furnace, steel tundish, and more

Available Particle Sizes

0–1 mm1–3 mm3–5 mm200 MeshCustom
PropertyTypical Value
Al₂O₃70%+
SiO₂~22–26%
Fe₂O₃<1%
PCESK 37+
Test MethodXRF / Wet Chemical
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Quick Reference

All Grades at a Glance

GradeAl₂O₃ (%)PCE (SK)Fe₂O₃Best ApplicationSizes Available
Shivmotte LF 42~42%32<1.25% maxCastables, ceramics, foundry0–1, 1–3, 3–5 mm, 200M
Shivmotte LF 46~46%32<1.5% maxHigh-duty castables, kiln furniture0–1, 1–3, 3–5 mm, 200M
Shivmotte LF 54~54%32<2%Dense bricks, glass furnace, cement0–1, 1–3, 3–5 mm, 200M
Shivmotte LF 60~60%32<2%Steel plants, premium castables0–1, 1–3, 3–5 mm, 200M
Shivmotte LF 7070%32<3%Glass furnace, steel tundish, export0–1, 1–3, 3–5 mm, 200M
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