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Sierralite 603HS

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Sierralite 603HS is a high-purity chlorite with high alumina content and low iron oxide. Due to its unique properties, Sierralite 603HS is a superior product for ceramics and refractory materials requiring low thermal expansion and good thermal shock resistance. Sierralite® 603HS provides outstanding resistance to mud cracking in low-VOC flat latex paints.

Functions: Pigment

Chemical Family: Chlorites

Features: Crack Resistance, Excellent Dispersibility, Good Color Stability, High Purity, Low Thermal Conductivity, Low VOC, Low Viscosity, Sheen Control, Thermal Shock Resistance

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Sierralite® 603HS is high purity chlorite mineral pigment. Chlorite disperses easily in waterborne coatings and produces a low viscosity in solvent-borne coatings. Sierralite® 603HS is a premium, white mineral pigment for use in airless spray-applied interior flat paints to provide excellent sheen control and resistance to color fade. Sierralite® 603HS provides outstanding resistance to mud cracking in low-VOC flat latex paints.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness of Grind6.0—Hegman gauge
Brightness92.0—GEB
Oil Absorption41.0g/100g—
Specific Gravity2.7——
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5wt%—
Bulking Value22.0lbs/gal—
pH (10% slurry)8.5——
Mineral Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Chlorite Contentmin. 95%X-Ray Diffraction
Talc Contentmax. 5%X-Ray Diffraction

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  • Canada
  • USA