About ASBESTOSH CLOTH
Foundry asbestos cloth typically has the following specifications:
Thickness: Ranges from 1.5 mm to 6 mm and above on request
Width: Standard widths around 1000 mm (1 meter)
Maximum Withstanding Temperature: Can go up to 1260C depending on reinforcement type (e.g., E-glass filament, stainless steel wire, Inconel wire)
Continuous Working Temperature: Varies by reinforcement, e.g. 800C with E-glass filament, 1000C with stainless steel wire, up to 1400C with high temperature laminate
Melting Point: Around 1750C
Material: High tenacity chrysotile asbestos fibers
Available Sizes: Thickness from 1.5 mm to 6 mm and width typically 1 meter; length as per specification
Common Use: Fire-resistant curtains, protective clothing, insulation in foundries, welding curtains, gasketing, flange jointing, radiant heat sheets, high temperature gaskets, and thermal insulation
Additional features include good tensile strength, flexibility, and resistance to thermal shock and chemicals found in foundry environments. Some variants are reinforced with wires (copper, steel) or fibers to enhance durability and heat resistance. The cloth is usually white or natural asbestos color and supplied in rolls for ease of use .