Description of Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃) is a naturally occurring mineral commonly found in rocks as calcite and limestone. It is widely recognized for its exceptional whiteness, free-flowing characteristics, and controlled particle size distribution. These properties ensure excellent dispersion, enhanced processing performance, and superior physical characteristics in various industrial applications.
Technical Specifications
| Characteristics | C-5 | C-10 | C-20 | Calcite 2 Micron | VN 2300 | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reflectance / Whiteness | 94 - 97 | 93 - 97 | 92 - 94 | 95 - 98 | 97 - 99 | % |
| Residue on 500 Mesh | Max 0.05 | Max 0.05 | Max 0.20 | NIL | NIL | % |
| Median Avg. Particle Size | 4 - 6 | 8 - 10 | 20 Max | 1.5 - 2.5 | 1.5 - 2.5 | μ |
| Acid Insoluble | Max 2.0 | Max 5.0 | Max 2.0 | Max 1.50 | Max 0.50 | % |
| CaCO₃ Content | 85 - 92 | 85 - 92 | 85 - 92 | 97 | 99.5 | % |
| Volatiles at 120°C | Max 0.5 | Max 0.5 | Max 0.5 | Max 0.30 | Max 0.30 | % |
Additional Products:
We also produce Coarse Calcite 100#, Calcite Chips 6-12, 20/50, 30/80, 18/240 as well as 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm, 4mm and 5mm grains for texture paint applications.
Key Benefits
- Superior Opacity and High Gloss
- High Whiteness and Low Yellowness
- Efficient Filler as well as Extender
Applications
- Paint & Coatings
- Plastics
- Rubber Industry
- Polymers