Magnesite Powder Description
Magnesite Powder is a fine powder derived from the mineral magnesite, which is a naturally occurring form of magnesium carbonate (MgCO3). It is a versatile industrial material, prized for its high magnesium content and excellent refractory properties. Whether used in the manufacture of heat-resistant linings, as a source of magnesium in agricultural and chemical applications, or in environmental remediation.
Magnesite Powder Specifications
Main Chemical Composition
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MgCO3
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Powder Size
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250 mesh, or customized
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Appearance
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white powder
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Bulk Density (g/cm3)
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3.1 to 3.4
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Particle Shape
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irregular
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Fusibility
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infusible
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Crystal System
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trigonal
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Chemical Composition
Composition
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MgO
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Al2O3
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Fe2O3
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CaO
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SiO2
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%
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90-96
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0.1
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0.2
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1.5
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6
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Magnesite Powder Applications
- Refractory Materials: Magnesite Powder is widely used in the production of refractory bricks, linings, and other heat-resistant materials for furnaces, kilns, and incinerators, where it helps to withstand extreme temperatures.
- Magnesium Oxide Production: When calcined at high temperatures, magnesite decomposes to produce magnesium oxide (MgO), a highly useful compound in various industrial processes, including steelmaking, cement production, and as an insulator in electrical cables.
- Agriculture: In agriculture, it is used as a source of magnesium in fertilizers to enrich soil and support plant growth, particularly in magnesium-deficient soils.
- Environmental Applications: Magnesite Powder is used in environmental applications, such as neutralizing acidic waste and water treatment, where its alkalinity helps to neutralize acids.
- Chemical Industry: It serves as a raw material in the production of magnesium salts and other magnesium-based chemicals.
Magnesite Powder Packaging
Our Magnesite Powder is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.