This information is based on our present state of knowledge and is intended to provide general notes on our products and their uses. It should not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties or suitability for a particular application
Micral TiXtender is an ultramicronized calcium carbonate with a high level of whiteness and fine granulometry, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including decorative paints, printing inks, silicone mastics, matt and glossy enamels, and foodstuff applications conforming to FCC standards.
Typical applications of Micral TiXtender include:
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| CaCO3 | 98.5% |
| MgCO3 | 1.5% |
| Al2O3 | < 0.05% |
| Fe2O3 | < 0.05% |
| Sn | < 1 ppm |
| Pb | < 1.5 ppm |
| Cd | < 1 ppm |
| Mn | < 0.005% |
| Cu | < 1 ppm |
| SiO2 | < 0.1% |
| Property | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteness Dry (Ry) | 96.50 | % | Spectraflash SF450 |
| pH (aqueous sol. 10%) | 9.0 | – | ISO 787R/9 |
| Oil Absorption | 18 | g/100 g CaCO3 | ISO 787R/5 |
| DOP Absorption | 44 | g/100 g CaCO3 | ISO 787R/5 |
| Specific Surface Area | 11.0 | m²/g | B.E.T. |
| Bulk Density (untamped) | 0.50 | Kg/L | ISO 787R/11 |
| D50 (particle size) | 0.8 | µm | Mastersizer S |
| D98 (particle size) | 5.0 | µm | Mastersizer S |
| 45 µm Sieve Retention | < 0.001% | % | ISO 787R/7 |
All data presented are average values representative of production and are provided for information purposes only. These values cannot be considered contractual.
