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Monalite® Boards are high-density calcium silicate insulation boards engineered for demanding molten metal handling, thermal processing and industrial insulation applications. Designed to combine excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability and machinability, they provide reliable performance in environments where conventional insulation materials are unable to withstand prolonged thermal and mechanical loading.
Widely specified throughout the aluminium casting and foundry industries, Monalite Boards are used for the movement, distribution, flow control and casting of non-ferrous metals. Their smooth, non-wetting surface prevents metal adhesion while maintaining excellent resistance to thermal shock, cracking and wear during repeated casting cycles.
Manufactured using precision moulding processes, Monalite Boards offer exceptional dimensional stability, low thermal conductivity and excellent resistance to chemical attack. Their homogeneous structure allows components to be machined to close tolerances, making them ideal for complex fabricated parts and specialist thermal management applications.
Monalite Boards combine thermal insulation performance with exceptional mechanical strength, making them ideal for demanding molten metal and industrial processing environments.
| Property | Monalite M1T | Monalite M1AT |
| Classification Temperature | 1000°C | 1000°C |
| Density | 850 kg/m³ | 970 kg/m³ |
| Compressive Strength | 18 N/mm² | >30 N/mm² |
| Primary Benefit | Low Shrinkage | High Strength & Dimensional Stability |
| Chemical analysis (%) | ||
| CaO | 38-52 | 38-52 |
| SiO2 | 45-55 | 45-55 |
| Al2O3 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Fe2O2 | <1.1 | <1 |
| LOI | <5 | <5 |
Monalite Boards are widely used in molten metal handling systems and thermal processing equipment where dimensional stability, thermal shock resistance and mechanical strength are essential.
Monalite Boards are specified across industries requiring high-strength thermal insulation materials capable of withstanding mechanical loading, thermal cycling and contact with molten metals.
Selecting the correct calcium silicate board grade is critical to achieving optimum performance, dimensional stability and service life. Factors including mechanical loading, operating temperature, machining requirements and molten metal exposure should all be considered during specification.
Our technical team provides support across material selection, component design and application optimisation, helping ensure the most suitable MONALITE solution is specified for your casting, furnace or thermal processing application.
Speak with our technical specialists to discuss molten metal handling, structural insulation and thermal processing requirements. We can assist with material selection, component design and application-specific specification guidance.
