The frequently mentioned standard refractory brick is a specific size within the straight bricks category. These bricks are made from refractory clay or other refractory materials and are typically light yellow with a brown hue. They can withstand high temperatures ranging from 1580°C to 1770°C and endure various chemical and physical changes and mechanical actions under such high temperatures. Different types of refractory bricks can be used together.
Refractory bricks are made from refractory clay and other refractory materials. They are categorized into two types: unshaped refractory materials and shaped refractory materials. Unshaped refractory materials, also known as castables, are composed of various aggregates and binders and need to be mixed with liquids. Shaped refractory materials refer to refractory bricks, which have standard shapes and must be cut according to construction requirements.
Refractory bricks can be classified based on their production process into fired bricks, unfired bricks, and fused bricks, among others. Based on shape and size, they can be divided into standard bricks, common bricks, and special-shaped bricks. These materials are widely used, for instance, in constructing blast furnaces for ironmaking or converters. The type of furnace determines the kind of bricks used.
The standard dimensions of refractory bricks are 230×114×65 mm, representing the length, width, and height respectively. While this is the standard size, there are also non-standard refractory bricks available.