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Alternate Names: Kaolin CC31
Description: Devon China Clay
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.10% | 0.01 | |
| K2O | 2.80% | 0.08 | |
| MgO | 0.20% | 0.01 | |
| Na2O | 0.10% | - | |
| TiO2 | 0.10% | - | |
| Al2O3 | 36.30% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 47.80% | 2.23 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.90% | 0.02 | |
| LOI | 11.70% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 248.12 | ||
| Formula Weight | 280.99 | ||
Particle Size (e.s.d.)
125 microns - <0.06
10 microns - 93
2 microns - 50
1 microns - 35
Modulus of Rupture at 110C
Mn/M2 - 1.3
lbf/in2 - 180
Defloculant Required - (3:1 Na2SiO3(C.100):Na2CO3) - 0.3
Water Absorption
1120C - 20.5
1220C - 7.00
Shrinkage Dry to Fired
1120C - 10.50
1220C - 17.50
Reflectance 464nm
1120C - 85
1220C - 83
Refractoriness
Cone - 33, 1730C
| Materials |
Kaolin
The purest of all clays in nature. Kaolins are used in porcelains and stonewares to impart whiteness, in glazes to supply Al2O3 and to suspend slurries. |
| Typecodes |
Kaolin
Pure clay mineral, there are many brand names of varying purity and iron content. |
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