Shenango RB

Molded (slip cast or pressed) and reaction bonded, this material exhibits higher strength than either Shenango RX or NX products below 1390ºC. Shenango RB has excellent wear resistance and is one of its main features.

Shenango RB is used for kiln furniture, structual and wear components, burner and flame tubes, and ballistic armor. Cross sections range from thin-walled shapes up to one inch plus thick walled tubes and tiles.







TYPICAL PROPERTIES

SHENANGO RB
REACTION BONDED SILICON CARBIDE

Bulk Density 3.01 – 3.06 gm/cc
Porosity 0%
Modulus of Rupture 35,000 psi
Maximum Use Temperature 1390ºC

TYPICAL CHEMICAL ANALYSIS

Element % of Mix
SiC 87 – 90%
Si 10 – 13%

STANDARD TOLERANCES

Beams
Length and Width +/- 1/8"   +/- 3.2mm
Cross Section +/- 0.050"   +/- 1.3mm
Wall Thickness 0.250" – 0.370"
Camber Maximum 0.2%
Plates
Length and Width +/- 1/8"   +/- 3.2mm
Thickness +/- 1/32"   +/- 0.8mm
Flatness 0.2% measured on diagonal
Features +/- 0.8"   +/- 20.3mm

*These are typical properties only and are not to be used as specifications
DATE: 04/05/2005

Contact Info

606 McCleary Avenue
P.O. Box 120
New Castle, PA 16103
Phone: (724) 652-6668
Fax: (724) 652-6664