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M.G.R. Kaolin
Alternate Names: MGR Kaolin, M. G. R. Kaolin
Description: Legacy kaolin from Moore & Munger
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SiO2 | 41.10% | 1.71 | |
| Al2O3 | 40.80% | 1.00 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.01% | - | |
| TiO2 | 0.01% | - | |
| CaO | 0.40% | 0.02 | |
| K2O | 0.70% | 0.02 | |
| Na2O | 0.70% | 0.03 | |
| LOI | 12.50% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 209.30 | ||
| Formula Weight | 239.20 | ||
Notes
4.0% dry shrinkage
6.8% fired shrinkage cone 9
16.0% absorption at cone 9
White burning
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Kaolin
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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Kaolin
Pure clay mineral, there are many brand names of varying purity and iron content. |
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