Description

Lechatelierite is a naturally occurring form of silica glass, primarily composed of amorphous silicon dioxide (SiO₂). This high-purity material is valued for its unique thermal and chemical stability, making it a critical component in demanding industrial and research applications. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors requiring materials with exceptional resistance to thermal shock and high temperatures.

Application

• Refractory and Foundry Industries: Used as a high-temperature lining material in furnaces and kilns due to its excellent thermal shock resistance.
• Advanced Ceramics and Composites: Serves as a key raw material or reinforcing agent in the production of specialized ceramics and composite materials.
• Laboratory and Research Equipment: Employed in the manufacture of crucibles, tubes, and other labware that must withstand extreme temperatures and corrosive environments.
• Optical and Specialty Glass Production: Acts as a high-purity silica source for manufacturing fused quartz and other specialty glasses with precise optical or thermal properties.
• Abrasive and Polishing Compounds: Utilized in fine-grit abrasives and polishing slurries for precision surface finishing of metals and ceramics.
• Geological and Material Science Research: Studied as a natural analog for synthetic silica glasses and for understanding high-temperature geological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lechatelierite
CAS No.	14832-85-0
Molecular Formula	SiO₂
Molecular Weight	60.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Silica Glass; Fused Silica; Vitreous Silica; Amorphous Silicon Dioxide; Quartz Glass; Natural Silica Glass; Tektite (related natural glass); Fused Quartz
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lechatelierite is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and spectroscopic methods for elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and fluorides. Although stable, avoid generating dust and handle with appropriate industrial hygiene practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to white fragments or powder
Identification (XRD)	Complies (Amorphous SiO₂ pattern)
Assay (SiO₂)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Particle Size (Typical)	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 100 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.