Chamotte bricks, also known as fireclay bricks, are a specialized type of refractory brick primarily used in high-temperature applications. These bricks are made from chamotte, a form of calcined or fired clay, which is ground into a fine powder and mixed with other materials before being shaped and fired again at extremely high temperatures. The resulting bricks exhibit exceptional resistance to heat, thermal shock, and chemical erosion, making them indispensable in industries that operate at high temperatures.

One of the key advantages of chamotte bricks is their ability to withstand continuous exposure to high temperatures without losing their structural integrity. They can endure temperatures ranging from 1,200°C to 1,800°C (2,200°F to 3,270°F), which makes them suitable for use in furnaces, kilns, fireboxes, chimneys, and other high-heat environments. Additionally, chamotte bricks possess good insulating properties, helping to maintain temperature stability and reduce energy consumption in industrial processes.