Properties of Potassium Feldspar
1. Hardness: 6-7 on the Mohs hardness scale.
2. Color: Typically pink, white, or gray.
3. Crystal Structure: Monoclinic or triclinic crystal system.
4. Density: 2.56-2.58 g/cm�³.
Uses of Potassium Feldspar
1. Ceramics and Glass: Used as a flux to lower the melting point of quartz and other minerals.
2. Paints and Coatings: Used as an extender and filler.
3. Plastics and Rubber: Used as a filler and reinforcing agent.
4. Abrasives: Used in the production of abrasives, such as sandpaper.
5. Construction: Used as an aggregate in concrete and asphalt.
Benefits of Potassium Feldspar
1. High Alkali Content: Potassium feldspar has a high alkali content, making it useful in ceramics and glass production.
2. Low Melting Point: Its relatively low melting point makes it useful as a flux.
3. Abundant Supply: Potassium feldspar is a relatively common mineral, making it widely available.
Occurrence of Potassium Feldspar
1. Igneous Rocks: Found in igneous rocks, such as granites and syenites.
2. Metamorphic Rocks: Found in metamorphic rocks, such as gneisses and schists.
3. Sedimentary Rocks: Found in sedimentary rocks, such as sandstones and conglomerates.
Interesting Facts
1. Name Origin: The name \"feldspar\" comes from the German words "feld" meaning field and "spath" meaning spar.
2. Economic Importance: Potassium feldspar is an important mineral in the ceramics and glass industries.
Potassium Feldspar is a common mineral known for its high potassium content.
It is used in ceramics and glass production due to its excellent melting properties.
This mineral exhibits a vitreous luster and is often white or pink in color.
Potassium Feldspar is valued for its role in reducing the melting temperature of materials in the production of glass and glazes.
It is an essential component in the manufacturing of porcelain and other ceramic products.
Application: Ceramic, Glass, Porcelain, Fillers, Paint, Mild Abrasives, Welding Electrodes (Production of Steel), Latex Foam, The Welding of Rod Coating.
Product Name: Potassium Feldspar lumps & powder
Chemical Composition (from our 8 sites): SiO2 66.80 - 71.20%, Al2O3 14.00 - 16.80%, Fe2O3 0.14 - 0.40%, K2O 7.74 - 13.60%, Na2O 2.26 - 4.82%, CaO 0.06 - 0.17%, TiO2 0.01 - 0.17%, BaO 0.06 - 0.60, Mn 32 - 108%, Cr 26 - 98%
Processing time (up to national port): 28 MT (3-7 days), 100 MT (7-10 days), 500 MT (15-20 days), for an order of high quantity, the total days will be reduced as processing will be done at a higher scale e.g. 5000 MT (40 - 50)
Application: Ceramic, Glass, Porcelain, Fillers, Paint, Mild Abrasives, Welding Electrodes (Produc-tion of Steel), Latex Foam, The Welding of Rod Coating.
