Cap
Cap is a Cordierite Mullite component used to top pillar and prop supports within the kiln setting, providing a stable, load-bearing interface between vertical props and the shelves or ware stacked above. Manufactured by Imerys (Spain), it distributes load evenly and protects the prop end from point-loading damage through repeated firing cycles.
Product Details
Cap is a Cordierite Mullite component used to top pillar and prop supports within the kiln setting, providing a stable, load-bearing interface between vertical props and the shelves or ware stacked above. Manufactured by Imerys (Spain), it distributes load evenly and protects the prop end from point-loading damage through repeated firing cycles.
Fitted onto the top of pillars/props within a kiln setting to create a flat, even bearing surface for shelves or ware stacked above — spreading the load across the prop and preventing localized stress or damage through repeated high-temperature cycles.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Cordierite Mullite |
| Max Working Temperature | ~1350°C |
| Thermal Shock Resistance | Excellent |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient | Low (~4–5 × 10⁻⁶/K) |
| Bulk Density | ~2.0–2.3 g/cm³ |
| Function | Load-bearing cap for pillar/prop supports |
| Application | Kiln setting – sanitary ware & tableware firing |
| Origin | Imerys, Spain |
