Atomfair Cryolite Powder (Na₃AlF₆), F 52-54%, -200 Mesh
Product Description
Atomfair cryolite is supplied as a white powder with at least 90% passing 200 mesh. Water is limited to 0.3%, with iron oxide limited to 0.05%. It is intended for aluminum electrolysis, glass, enamel, and inorganic-flux research.
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Customization & Ordering
Custom quantities and packaging are available upon request. Please include the required specification and quantity when requesting a quotation.
Key Features and Advantages
- Defined fluorine, sodium, and aluminum composition.
- At least 90% passing 200 mesh.
- Controlled moisture and iron oxide content.
APPLICATION SCOPE: aluminum electrolysis, glass, enamel, and inorganic-flux research.
DOCUMENTATION: Documentation requirements can be included with the quotation request.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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What are the critical impurity limits in Atomfair Cryolite Powder for aluminum electrolysis research?
For aluminum electrolysis and inorganic-flux applications, the Atomfair Cryolite Powder (Na₃AlF₆) specifies water ≤0.3%, iron oxide ≤0.05%, and silicon dioxide ≤0.5%, with loss on ignition ≤2.5%. These controlled impurity levels are essential to avoid contamination of the molten bath and to maintain consistent electrolyte performance in laboratory-scale electrolysis cells.
Does the -200 mesh particle size specification affect the handling or dissolution rate of this cryolite powder?
Yes, the specification that at least 90% passes 200 mesh ensures a fine, uniform powder that promotes rapid dissolution and homogeneous mixing in molten salt baths or glass/enamel melts. The fine particle size also reduces segregation during handling and transfer, which is critical for reproducible batch formulations in research settings.
What are the fluorine, sodium, and aluminum composition ranges for this cryolite grade, and why do they matter?
This Atomfair cryolite grade defines fluorine at 52-54%, sodium at 30-33%, and aluminum at 12-14%. These tightly specified ranges are critical for maintaining the correct Na₃AlF₆ stoichiometry in aluminum electrolysis research, where deviations can alter bath ratio, liquidus temperature, and current efficiency. The composition-defined grade ensures batch-to-batch consistency for reproducible experimental results.
Atomfair Cryolite Powder (Na₃AlF₆) with 52-54% fluorine, controlled impurities, and -200 mesh particle size is evaluated for aluminum electrolysis, glass, enamel, and inorganic-flux research, offering consistent composition but with constraints on purity grade and particle fineness.
Positive
- Defined elemental composition ranges: Fluorine content is controlled to 52-54%, sodium to 30-33%, and aluminum to 12-14%, ensuring consistent batch-to-batch performance in aluminum electrolysis and flux applications.
- Controlled impurity levels: Water is limited to 0.3%, iron oxide to 0.05%, and silicon dioxide to 0.5%, with loss on ignition ≤2.5%, providing a reliable baseline for research-grade experiments.
Trade-offs
- Composition-defined grade constraints: The product is a composition-defined grade with elemental ranges rather than a high-purity stoichiometric compound, which may limit its use in applications requiring precise stoichiometry or ultra-high purity.
- Moderate particle size distribution: With at least 90% passing 200 mesh (74 µm), the powder is not classified as ultra-fine; researchers requiring sub-micron or nano-scale particles will need to consider additional milling or alternative sources.
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