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| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.06% | - | |
| K2O | 0.20% | 0.01 | |
| MgO | 0.10% | 0.01 | |
| Na2O | 0.22% | 0.01 | |
| TiO2 | 1.31% | 0.04 | |
| Al2O3 | 38.78% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 44.77% | 1.96 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.40% | 0.01 | |
| LOI | 14.16% | n/a | |
| Oxide Weight | 225.78 | ||
| Formula Weight | 263.02 | ||
| 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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