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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MgO | 0.50% | 0.03 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.10% | - | |
| K2O | 4.00% | 0.09 | |
| ZrO2 | 0.60% | 0.01 | |
| SiO2 | 45.90% | 1.64 | |
| ZnO | 11.90% | 0.31 | |
| Al2O3 | 19.60% | 0.41 | |
| P2O5 | 0.10% | - | |
| Na2O | 1.50% | 0.05 | |
| PbO | 0.70% | 0.01 | |
| CaO | 12.80% | 0.49 | |
| SrO | 0.30% | 0.01 | |
| BaO | 0.80% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 0.50% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 212.30 | ||
| Formula Weight | 213.37 | ||
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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 | 855C |
|---|---|
| Frit Melting Range (C) | 1180C |
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