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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K2O | 2.20% | 0.07 | |
| TiO2 | 0.10% | - | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.80% | 0.01 | |
| Al2O3 | 35.00% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 51.00% | 2.47 | |
| LOI | 11.30% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 259.66 | ||
| Formula Weight | 292.74 | ||
| Materials |
Feldspar
In ceramics, feldspars are used in glazes and clay bodies. They vitrify stonewares and porcelains. They supply KNaO flux to glazes to help them melt. |
| Typecodes |
Kaolin
Pure clay mineral, there are many brand names of varying purity and iron content. |
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