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Kaolin 113
Alternate Names: Kaolen 113
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.20% | 0.02 | |
| MgO | 0.07% | 0.01 | |
| K2O | 0.04% | - | |
| Na2O | 0.09% | 0.01 | |
| TiO2 | 0.33% | 0.02 | |
| Al2O3 | 21.31% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 70.24% | 5.59 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.48% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 7.24% | n/a | |
| SO4 | 0.52% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 443.99 | ||
| Formula Weight | 481.35 | ||
Notes
Available in run-of-mine, 25mm and 50mm sizes.
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Data
| Firing Shrinkage | 1000C: 7.3% 1100C: 7.5% 1200C: 7.8% 1250C: 7.9% |
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| Water absorption | 1000C: 19.3% 1100C: 18.3% 1200C: 17.5% 1250C: 17% |
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