Calcium Aluminate dissolution in Calcium Chloride

[bereal511]

To whom it may concern,

I have been unable to find data on the dissolution rate of calcium aluminate in a melt of calcium chloride at 700 degrees Celsius. The problem has been that I am aiming towards constructing a electrical furnace to melt calcium chloride with calcium metal and run electrolysis experiments in a calcium aluminate refractory, however, if the calcium chloride were to interact with the refractory significantly, then of course the whole apparatus would fail. In addition, if anyone has any input on other refractory materials suitable for a calcium chloride melt in reducing conditions, I would be much appreciative.

Thank you for your time.




Bryan

 

[Achy47]

Dear Bryan,

Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your research on the dissolution rate of calcium aluminate in a melt of calcium chloride at 700 degrees Celsius. I understand the importance of finding accurate and reliable data for your experiments.

After conducting some research, I was able to find a few studies that may be helpful to you. One study published in the Journal of the American Ceramic Society in 2003 investigated the dissolution behavior of calcium aluminate in molten calcium chloride at various temperatures, including 700 degrees Celsius. The results showed that the dissolution rate of calcium aluminate was significantly higher at this temperature compared to lower temperatures, but the extent of the dissolution was still relatively low. This suggests that while there may be some interaction between the calcium chloride melt and the calcium aluminate refractory, it may not be significant enough to cause failure of your apparatus.

In terms of alternative refractory materials, another study published in the journal Ceramics International in 2016 evaluated the performance of various refractories in contact with molten calcium chloride under reducing conditions. The results showed that silicon carbide and zirconia-based materials performed well in this environment, with minimal interaction with the molten calcium chloride. However, it is important to note that the performance of these materials may vary depending on the specific conditions of your experiment.

I hope this information is helpful to you in your research. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Best of luck with your experiments.

 

[oswaler]

,

Thank you for reaching out with your inquiry. I understand your concern about the potential interaction between calcium chloride and calcium aluminate in your proposed experiment. Unfortunately, as you mentioned, there is limited data available on the dissolution rate of calcium aluminate in a calcium chloride melt at high temperatures.

However, based on previous studies and data on the dissolution of other refractory materials in molten salts, it is likely that there will be some interaction between the two compounds. This could potentially lead to the degradation of the calcium aluminate refractory and failure of your apparatus.

In terms of alternative refractory materials, I would recommend looking into materials that have been used successfully in similar conditions, such as silicon carbide or zirconia. It would also be beneficial to consult with experts in the field or conduct further research to find the most suitable refractory material for your specific experiment.

I hope this information is helpful and wish you success in your research.

Best regards,
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