Properties of clays for manufacturing sanitary ware

Autores: Mikhalev, V.V.|Vlasov, A.S.
Fuente: Glass Ceram.
64 (3-4), 78-81
2007

Clays from different producers are investigated. The chemical and mineral compositions and the granularity of the clays are analyzed. Their basic differences and the effect on the properties of the finished pastes are shown. The clay properties which are necessary to optimize the composition of ceramic pastes are determined. The rheological characteristics and how they affect the control of the technological process are examined. The main advantages and disadvantages of different clays – traditional domestic clays and some new ones – are established