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R-E-D Fume Refractory - 106 UM

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R-E-D Fume Refractory - 106 UM is undensified silica fume, with a constant pH, it is an amorphous light gray silicon dioxide powder that has a low impurity level and is consequently perfectly adapted to refractory castable. Use of silica Fume improves the mechanical properties, the compressive strength, creep, modulus of rupture and durability (via permeability decrease).

Chemical Family: Silica

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Features: High Durability, High Mechanical Properties, Improved Compressive Strength

End Uses: Ceramics, Refractory Materials

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Applications & Uses

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Industrial Additives End Use
Applications

Low and Medium Cement Refractory, Grout, Castables, Vibrated or Self Consolidating Concrete (SCC).

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Aluminum Oxide Content0.11%
Brightness L (% By weight of dry mass)47.0
Bulk Density19.0lb/ft³
Ferric Oxide Content0.12%
Free Carbon Content1.5%
Free Silicon Content0.12%
Particle Size (Gretaer than 45 μ)2.2%
Loss on Ignition (950°C during 1 hour)1.7%
Magnesium oxide Content29.0%
pH Value7.8%
Potassium oxide Content0.38%
Sodium oxide Content0.1%
Specific Surface (BET)20.0M²/g
Sulfur trioxide Content0.1%
Total Calcium Oxide Content0.42%
Water Content0.3%
Silicon Dioxide95%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Quality Standards
Compliance
  • Quality Control: Complies with the ISO 9001:2008 norm.
  • Environment: Complies with the ISO 14001:2000 norm.
  • 106 UM Conforms with ASTM C 1240 & CSA 3000 standards.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

Bulk super-sack, 50 lb. bags, other packaging options are available on request.

Storage & Handling

Storage

Dry storage. Avoid contact with moisture.