ALTIFIL
Canadian Pyrophyllite
ALTIFIL one of the brightest dry ground pyrophyllite products on the world market with a dry brightness index of 89% and 92% after firing. Chemically similar to clay, it is a
hydrous aluminum silicate and has the appearance and physical characteristics of a talc.
ALTIFIL is a proven replacement mineral for:
Kaolin, Silica, PYRAX, NYTAL, Minex and Feldspar.
ALTIFIL is available in grades from 9% up to 28% Al2O3 and with the following product specifications which have been referenced by industry.
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Industry
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Product
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Highlights
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Fiberglass
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ALTIFIL FG
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Replacement of Kaolin and Silica sources.
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Refractory,
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ALTIFIL RG3/8
ALTFIL RG16
ALTIFIL RG140
ALTIFIL RG200
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Alternative for PYRAX minerals in:
Insulating firebrick
Metal pouring refractories
Ramming mixes
Gumming and castable mixtures
Kiln car refractories
Foundry washes.
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Industrial Coatings, Paints, Epoxy Resins, Rubber
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ALTIFIL 7
ALTIFIL 5
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Replacement for NYTAL, IMSIL, MINEX, PULPRO Extender that offers resistance to checking, cracking, frosting and superior scrub resistance
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Ceramics, Sanitaryware
Dinnerware
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ALTIFIL WW
ALTIFIL 75-CER
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Replacement for feldspar or quartz. Promotes early mullite formation offers increased fire strength, faster firing cycles, increased thermal shock and low moisture
expansion with craze resistance and uniform size control.
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Agriculture
Rubber
Caulks
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ALTIFIL 45
ALTIFIL 75
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Replacement for Pyrax and other dilutants or carriers for agricultural pesticides. Reduces volume costs and moisture pickup in rubber and latexes.
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White Cement
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ALTIFIL WC
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Replacement of kaolin and silica sources.
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Successful application include but are not limited to the following applications:
- Ceramics - glazes, tile bodies, precision applications.
- Industrial Coatings
- Advanced Ceramics
- Foundry Washes
- Contact Refractory
- Refractory Mortars
- Refractory Bricks
- Kiln Furniture
- Paint Fillers
- Epoxy Resins
- Sanitary ware
- Dinnerware
- Fiber Glass
- Rubber
- Pesticide Carrier
- White Cement
- Portland Cement
- High Temperature Sealant
- Mineral Insulation
- Selenium Manufacturing
Inquiries can contact our office for further information and samples.
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