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Kaolin 143
Alternate Names: Kaolen 143
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.34% | 0.02 | |
| MgO | 0.19% | 0.01 | |
| K2O | 0.12% | - | |
| Na2O | 0.09% | - | |
| TiO2 | 0.23% | 0.01 | |
| Al2O3 | 35.41% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 49.90% | 2.39 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.66% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 12.57% | n/a | |
| SO4 | 0.52% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 250.43 | ||
| Formula Weight | 288.15 | ||
Notes
Available in run-of-mine, 25mm and 50mm sizes.
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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. |
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Data
| Dry Strength (kgf/cm2) | 12.14 |
|---|---|
| Firing Shrinkage | 1150C: 3.0% 1200C: 5.0 1250C: 5.1 1325C: 5.5 |
| Water absorption | 1100C: 20% 1200C: 18 1250C: 18 1325C: 15 |
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