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Lime MS Calcarb AC3

Lime MS Calcarb AC3 is a natural calcium carbonate filler with a median particle size of 3 microns, characterized by its off-white color. This product is particularly well-suited for PVC and LDPE plastic compounds due to its 15-micron top-cut, low silica content, and spherical shape, which contribute to reduced wear on processing equipment and enhanced impact resistance. Importantly, no dispersants or grinding aids are utilized in the manufacturing process of Lime MS Calcarb AC3, ensuring a pure and effective filler option for various applications in the plastics industry.

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Filler, Mineral Source

Chemical Family: Calcium Salts, Carbonates

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Other Rubbers, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

End Uses: Building Materials, Glass

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Properties

Physical Form
Typical Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Median Particle Size3micron-
Top Cut (D98)15micron-
Specific Surface Area2.3m²/g-
Hunter Brightness80--
Mesh Residue (at 45 μm) 0.005%-
Apparent Dry Bulk Density (Loose)35lb/ft³-
Apparent Dry Bulk Density (Packed)55lb/ft³-
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Calcium Carbonate98.5%-
Magnesium Carbonate0.6%-
Silicon Dioxide0.7%-
Aluminium Oxide0.2%-
Iron(III) Oxide0.07%-
Crystalline Silicamax. 0.3%-
Water Contentmax. 0.2%-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Physical StateSolid--
Molecular FormulaCaCO₃--
ColorWhite-gray--
FlammabilityNon Flammable--
Explosive PropertiesNon Explosive--
Solubility in Water0.00066g/100g-
Density2.6 - 2.8g/cm³-
Bulk Density200 - 300kg/m³-
Specific Gravity2.65 - 2.75--
Melting Point1339°C-
pH (at 25°C)8.5 - 9.4--
Decomposition Temperature600 - 870°C-

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