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Description: AUSTRALIAN KAOLIN
| Oxide | Analysis | Formula | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaO | 0.10% | 0.01 | |
| K2O | 0.20% | 0.01 | |
| MgO | 0.50% | 0.05 | |
| Na2O | 0.30% | 0.02 | |
| TiO2 | 1.00% | 0.05 | |
| Al2O3 | 25.60% | 1.00 | |
| SiO2 | 63.10% | 4.18 | |
| Fe2O3 | 0.60% | 0.01 | |
| Oxide Weight | 364.17 | ||
| Formula Weight | 364.17 | ||
| 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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