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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance | 
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.04% | - | |
| K2O | 1.60% | 0.05 | |
| MgO | 0.22% | 0.01 | |
| Na2O | 0.06% | - | |
| TiO2 | 0.30% | 0.01 | |
| Al2O3 | 37.50% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 47.50% | 2.15 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.65% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 12.30% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 239.01 | ||
| Formula Weight | 272.53 | ||
Particle Size Distribution:
  >53 microns: 0.1 max
  >10 microns: 8
  <2 microns: 61
Modulus of Rupture, Kgf/cm2:
  At 80% Relative Humidity: 10.0
  Dried at 110C: 21.0
Casting Rate @ 65% solids (mm2/min): 0.35
% P84 Deflocculant Required for 5 Poise Slip: 0.4
                   1180C  1280C
Fired Absorption:   20%    11%
Fired Shrinkage:     7%    11.5%
Brightness:         90     88
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Kaolin
 Pure clay mineral, there are many brand names of varying purity and iron content.  | 
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