{"product_id":"nozzle-filling-compound","title":"Nozzle Filling Compound","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNozzle Filling Compound (NFC) is a freely flowing granular material used in ladle and tundish nozzles to ensure reliable free opening during continuous casting process. It prevents molten steel from entering and sintering inside the nozzle bore before casting begins. A properly formulated NFC eliminates the need for oxygen lancing and reduces operational downtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer two high-performance variants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilica Base Nozzle Filling Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured with high-purity SiO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e₂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (96% minimum), it is designed for stable thermal performance and controlled flow characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChromite Base Nozzle Filling Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured with high Cr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e₂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e₃\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (10-12% minimum) content for higher refractoriness and superior resistance under extreme temperature and ferro static pressure conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur NFC is processed with controlled granulometry to ensure smooth flowability and prevent compaction. The non-sintering nature of the material supports high free opening success rates, helping steel plants achieve consistent casting without nozzle blockage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow moisture levels and controlled bulk density ensure long shelf life, reliable storage stability, and compatibility with automated casting systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42629089689698,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/5058\/8770\/files\/NozzleFillingCompoundi_5f43bcfb-20cd-4086-b313-aff579e24259.png?v=1773604052","url":"https:\/\/www.specialmineral.com\/products\/nozzle-filling-compound","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}