Phlogopite And Muscovite Mica Tubes For Electric Arc Furnaces

What are mica tubes?

YT MICA produce rigid mica tubes. They are manufactured from muscovite and phlogopite.The muscovite grade has a white colouration while phlogopite grade is green. These mica tubes provide outstanding electric insulation, as well as wielding micas’ high heat resistance properties.
The bonding process used to manufacture mica tubes ensures they have outstanding insulation capabilities. This process is done by using mica and bonding it with a separate resin-based substance, silicone.
The mica tubes themselves are lightweight, helping logistically with transportation as well as functionally during installation and use. That being said, they retain their durability, combining electrical and mechanical strength. Therefore mica tubes are rigid, yet adaptable.
They are available in a range of lengths, diameters, and thickness. In terms of size, they can be individually produced to specification, making them incredibly useful for a variety of applications, including electric arc furnaces, tooling and electrical appliances.

Mica tubes are essential components in electric arc furnaces (EAFs), providing critical insulation and protection in high-temperature environments. Here’s an overview of their benefits, features, and applications within electric arc furnaces.

Benefits of Mica Tubes in Electric Arc Furnaces

1. High Temperature Resistance: Mica tubes can withstand extreme temperatures, often exceeding 1000°C (1832°F), making them suitable for the demanding conditions of electric arc furnaces.

2. Electrical Insulation: Mica offers excellent electrical insulation properties, helping to prevent short circuits and ensuring safe operation of electrical components.

3. Chemical Resistance: Mica is resistant to many chemicals and molten materials, providing durability in harsh environments typical of EAF operations.

4. Lightweight: The lightweight nature of mica tubes helps minimize the overall weight of furnace components, contributing to better energy efficiency.

5. Non-combustible: Mica’s fire-resistant properties enhance safety by reducing fire hazards in high-temperature applications.

Features

• Customizable Sizes: Mica tubes can be manufactured in various diameters and lengths to fit specific furnace designs and requirements.
• Durability: Mica’s inherent strength and stability ensure long-lasting performance, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
• Thermal Stability: Mica maintains its properties under rapid temperature changes, making it ideal for the fluctuating conditions in electric arc furnaces.

Applications

• Insulation for Electrodes: Mica tubes are used to insulate and protect the electrode connections in electric arc furnaces, helping to maintain temperature control and efficiency.
• Thermal Barriers: They serve as thermal barriers between hot components and surrounding areas, preventing heat loss and protecting sensitive equipment.
• Protective Sleeves: Mica tubes can be used as protective sleeves for wiring and other electrical components that need insulation from high temperatures.

Mica tubes play a crucial role in the efficiency and safety of electric arc furnaces. Their high temperature resistance, excellent electrical insulation, and durability make them indispensable components in this high-demand industry. By providing effective insulation and protection, mica tubes help ensure optimal performance and longevity of electric arc furnace operations.

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YT MICA fully implement the ISO 9001-2015 quality system operation,as a stan- dardization of internal management,strengthen the system building an important measure.A strict quality control system has been established,from raw materials, processes, finished products inspection,to ensure that every link in the production process is strictly in accordance with the standards for testing.

YT Mica has equipped with various fire-resistant testing devices and can assist customers in developing fire-resistant cable products according to different standards of various countries, providing one-stop solution service.

1. According to different requirements, we have compiled a total of 64 testing items for mica products, including physical properties, electrical properties, thermal properties, aging properties, and flame retardant properties, which basically cover all the requirements for mica performance testing;

2. At present, YT MICA is capable to detect 50 items of the testings and provide theoretical support quickly for different application scenarios of mica products.

Yitian Mica has obtained 5 invention patents, 21 practical patents, 20 software registration rights, and 3 trademarks. More intellectual property rights has been applied for verification.

YTMICA 5 invention patents:
a mica insulation material for battery cells and its processing & application.
a squeeze-resistant fireproof mica tape for power batteries and its processing & application.

high-temperature resistant mica tape & mica thermal insulation parts and their production methods.
a processing method for fire-resistant mica tape.
a fire-resistant insulation tape for optical cables.

System certifications obtained:
ISO9001 Quality Management System Certificate
ISO14001 Environmental Management System Certificate
ISO45001 Certificate of Occupational Health&Safety Management
IATF 16949 Quality Management System certificate
SA8000 Social Responsibility Management System Certificate

YT Mica has a dedicated R&D department working on innovations and the development of your projects. It is our longstanding experience with processing natural mica that allows us to provide tailor-made solutions for our end customers. Our product development and application engineering specialists will be in close cooperation with our customers to identify their needs and meet their specific requirements. If we don't have an immediate solution for you, our R&D department will work with you to develop and deliver the best possible solution that will meet your needs.

We have invested and developed expertise in machining, drilling, cutting, sawing and punching, thermal pressing/stamping our products to provide the best solutions to our customers. From our home made mica sheets we can manufacture pieces according to your technical specifications.

Know more about YT Mica at www.ncnc.cn

Our Mission -  Let materials create a safe life

Our Vision -  Committed to becoming a high-quality supplier of global high-end cable and electrical insulation industry

Values -  Rely on the spectrum, work hard, work together, create value, embrace change

Beijing Yitian Mica Technology Co., Ltd. founded in 2003, is a national high-tech enterprise integrating R&D and manufacturing, registered in Zhongguancun Science Park. It is mainly engaged in the R&D, production, sales and service of fire-resistant mica, high cleaning mica materials, fire-retardant materials, and provides industrial users with solutions based on "fire-resistant, fire-retardant, low smoke and zero halogen".

On 2013, YT Mica Stock reform completed, logged in NEEQ ((National Equities Exchange and Quotations) and become a public enterprise in China.

Since its establishment, our company has always adhered to the development strategy of science and technology and specialization, fully focused on public safety, fire prevention and emergency response, and provided overall security solutions for aerospace, petroleum, subway, key projects, national defense construction and other construction industries. After years of development, Reliance has rapidly grown into the largest mica tape enterprise in China, and developed a number of patented products with independent intellectual property rights, And become one of the famous brands in the industry.

Yi Tian Mica strives to become a responsible social enterprise, persisting in and actively participating in quality improvement, energy saving and consumption reduction and other undertakings beneficial to the society and ecological environment. Yi Tian Mica established a win-win partnership, and highlight to maximize the value of employees and shareholders.