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Monarch Kaolin
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.10% | - | |
| K2O | 0.10% | - | |
| MgO | 0.17% | 0.01 | |
| Na2O | 0.26% | 0.01 | |
| TiO2 | 1.44% | 0.05 | |
| Al2O3 | 38.55% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 45.21% | 1.99 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.30% | - | |
| LOI | 13.85% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 227.89 | ||
| Formula Weight | 264.53 | ||
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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. |
Data
| % < 0.5 microns | 18% |
|---|---|
| Firing Shrinkage | 9% at cone 9 |
| Water absorption | 14% at cone 9 |
| Dry M.O.R. (50% Silica) | 24 |
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