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Perlite Chimney Lining Grade

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Chemical Properties

Perlite PCLG is an aluminium silicate. Typical composition is:

CompoundPercentage
Silicon73%
Aluminium15%
Iron (Fe2O3)2%
Sodium (Na2O)3%
Potassium (K2O)5%
Calcium (CaO) + Magnesium (MgO)1%
Others1%
pH6.5 - 7.5
Organic Matternil
Moisture Content (when packed)nil

Physical Properties

Expanded Perlite PCLG is white with a nominal particle size of 1.0 - 5.0 mm

Refractive Index1.5
Free Moisture (max)0.5%
pH of Water Slurry6.5 - 8.0
Softening Point

890 - 1100oC

Fushion Point1280 - 1350oC
Specific Heat837J/kgK (0.2 cal/gc)
Thermal Condcuctivity (loose poured)

0.05 w/mC

Grading Specification

The bulk density of Perlite PCLG is 80 - 100 kg/m3.

Sieve Size% by weight passing
4.75

85 - 100

2.40

35 - 75

1.70

5 - 20

1.20 0 - 10
600 micron0 - 5

Note: Nominal particle size indicates the 80% band i.e. up to 10% above of below the specified range