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Potassium Feldspar (K-Feldspar)
At Rahul Overseas , we supply premium quality Potassium Feldspar (K-Feldspar), a crucial mineral for a wide range of industrial applications in singapore.
Our K-Feldspar is highly valued for its high potassium content, making it an essential component in industries such as ceramics, glass manufacturing, and paint production.
It enhances the strength, durability, and chemical resistance of ceramics and glass products while also serving as a flux to reduce melting temperatures. Our meticulously sourced and processed Potassium Feldspar ensures consistent quality and performance, making it a preferred choice for manufacturers seeking to improve the quality and efficiency of their production processes.
Contact Rahul Overseas for reliable, high-grade K-Feldspar that meets the needs of your industry in SINGAPORE.
In SINGAPORE Potassium Feldspar, commonly referred to as K-Feldspar is a group of minerals distinguished by the presence of potassium. It is one of the most important ingredients in the formation of igneous rocks and a critical raw material in the manufacturing of glass, ceramics, and porcelain.
Specifications of Potassium Feldspar (K-Feldspar) SINGAPORE
Chemical Composition: KAlSi3O8
Appearance: Typically pink, white, or occasionally shades of yellow and green
Mohs Hardness: 6-6.5
Specific Gravity: 2.55-2.63
Crystal System: Monoclinic or triclinic
Refractive Index: 1.518-1.526
Melting Point: 1100-1200°C
Applications
- Glass Industry: Enhances the strength and durability of the glass, reduces melting temperature.
- Ceramics: Provides the vitreous or glassy matrix, enhances the strength and durability of the ceramic body.
- Electronics: Used in the manufacture of certain types of semiconductors.
- Abrasives: Utilized as a mild abrasive in polishing and grinding.
Benefits
- Improves hardness and durability of final products.
- Enhances the aesthetic appeal with its ability to produce a glassy finish.
- Lowers production costs by reducing the melting temperature of mixtures.
Elements | Components |
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2): | 64.5-68.5% |
Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3): | 17.5-19.5% |
Potassium Oxide (K2O): | 10.5-13.5% |
Sodium Oxide (Na2O): | Up to 3% |
Calcium Oxide (CaO): | Trace amounts |