The Reaction between Alkali Vapor and the Theoretical Composition MgAl₂O₄

Abstract

The theoretical composition was made from MgO-rich MgAl2O4 (MR66) and alumina powder. The static crucible method was used to study alkali-resistance of the block samples. It has been observed that alkali steam permeated into the hole and reacted with corundum particles that produced β-Al2O3 by means of XRD, SEM and EDS. It led to volume expansion, cracks and melting erosion of corundum particles. The specimen of the 32% content of MgO has good physical and chemical properties and excellent alkali erosion performance. So the specimen is suitable for oxy-fuel combustion for glass melting furnace.