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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.28% | 0.02 | |
| K2O | 0.64% | 0.03 | |
| MgO | 0.38% | 0.04 | |
| Na2O | 0.13% | 0.01 | |
| TiO2 | 0.85% | 0.05 | |
| Al2O3 | 21.65% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 62.48% | 4.90 | |
| Fe2O3 | 1.93% | 0.06 | |
| LOI | 10.17% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 416.20 | ||
| Formula Weight | 463.32 | ||
| Materials |
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. |
| Typecodes |
Kaolin
Pure clay mineral, there are many brand names of varying purity and iron content. |
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