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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZnO | 13.30% | 0.33 | |
| TiO2 | 0.10% | - | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.10% | - | |
| MgO | 3.80% | 0.19 | |
| Na2O | 0.30% | 0.01 | |
| Al2O3 | 5.20% | 0.10 | |
| K2O | 5.50% | 0.12 | |
| SiO2 | 53.40% | 1.81 | |
| ZrO2 | 7.40% | 0.12 | |
| CaO | 9.20% | 0.33 | |
| P2O5 | 0.80% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 0.60% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 202.02 | ||
| Formula Weight | 203.24 | ||
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Frit
A frit is the powdered form a man-made glass. Frits are premelted, then ground to a glass. They have tightly controlled chemistries, they are available for glazes of all types. |
| Frit Softening Point | 960C |
|---|---|
| Frit Melting Range (C) | 1170C |
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