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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SiO2 | 53.00% | 2.74 | |
| Na2O | 1.20% | 0.06 | |
| MgO | 1.60% | 0.12 | |
| BaO | 0.50% | 0.01 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.10% | - | |
| K2O | 5.40% | 0.18 | |
| SrO | 7.00% | 0.21 | |
| Al2O3 | 21.00% | 0.64 | |
| ZrO2 | 0.10% | - | |
| ZnO | 2.70% | 0.10 | |
| PbO | 0.30% | - | |
| CaO | 5.60% | 0.31 | |
| LOI | 0.60% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 306.33 | ||
| Formula Weight | 308.18 | ||
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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 | 950C |
|---|---|
| Frit Melting Range (C) | 1285C |
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