Silica Quartz
Silica Quartz is a vital mineral used in a wide array of industrial and manufacturing processes. Known for its exceptional hardness and chemical inertness, it plays a crucial role in numerous applications from glassmaking to electronics.
Key Features:
- Chemical Composition: Silica Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO2), making it one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth’s crust.
- Appearance: It typically appears as clear or translucent crystals but can also come in a variety of colors due to impurities.
- Hardness: With a Mohs hardness of 7, Silica Quartz is highly durable and resistant to scratching and abrasion.
- Thermal Stability: It has a high melting point of around 1,713°C (3,135°F), making it suitable for high-temperature applications.
- Chemical Inertness: Silica Quartz is highly resistant to chemical reactions, ensuring stability in various industrial processes.
Applications:
- Glassmaking: Silica Quartz is a primary ingredient in the production of glass. Its high purity and chemical stability make it ideal for manufacturing clear, durable glass for windows, bottles, and other applications.
- Foundry Sands: Used in foundry sand molds and cores, its high thermal resistance and fine particle size allow for precise metal casting.
- Electronics: Essential in the production of silicon wafers, which are the foundation of semiconductor devices, including computers, smartphones, and other electronic equipment.
- Construction: Used as a component in concrete, mortar, and various construction materials for its durability and strength.
- Ceramics: Silica Quartz is a key ingredient in the production of ceramics, providing structural integrity and enhancing the finished product’s strength and durability.
- Paints and Coatings: Used as a filler and extender, it improves the durability and performance of paints and coatings by providing abrasion resistance and enhancing the finish.
Why Choose Our Silica Quartz?
- High Purity: Our Silica Quartz is sourced from the finest deposits, ensuring exceptional purity and quality for all industrial applications.
- Consistent Quality: Rigorous quality control measures guarantee a consistent supply of high-grade Silica Quartz.
- Sustainable Mining: We adhere to environmentally responsible mining practices to minimize ecological impact and ensure sustainable resource management.
- Customizable: Available in various grades and particle sizes to meet the specific needs of different industries.
- Reliable Supply: We ensure a steady and reliable supply chain, supporting the continuous production needs of our customers.
Technical Specifications:
- SiO2 Content: ≥ 99.5%
- Specific Gravity: 2.65
- Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale
- Melting Point: Approximately 1,713°C (3,135°F)
- Particle Size: Available in various sizes, from fine powders to larger granules
Packaging Options:
- Bulk shipments
- Customized packaging available upon request
