Abstract
Alternative binders offer an avenue for advancing ultra-low-cement and cement-free castables while reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption. In this study, geopolymer binders partially or fully replaced calcium aluminate cement (CAC) in high-alumina castables. The formulations underwent diverse testing, including flowability, physico-thermo-mechanical measurements, and XRD, ATR-FTIR, and SEM analyses. The findings highlighted the feasibility of utilizing geopolymers to craft innovative refractories. The formulation comprising 2.7 wt% CAC and 1.3 wt% geopolymer (AT-3 C-1 G*) exhibited the most successful performance. At 1400 °C, these samples displayed shrinkage of 1.18%, elastic modulus of 135 GPa, flexural strength of 39.1 MPa, and high thermal shock resistance (∆T∼1000 °C). The interaction between CAC and geopolymer inhibited cement hydration while enhancing the geopolymerization process. Moreover, firing the samples at 800–1400 °C led to liquid phase and nepheline formation from the geopolymeric gel, resulting in viscous sintering and improved ceramic densification. These developments produced refractories with remarkable overall performance, surpassing the reference material.
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