ZINC OXIDE
GRADE 205XL
Description & Uses
Grade 205XL is a large particle French Process, statistically controlled zinc oxide. 205XL is used by the ceramics, electronics, paint and coating industries and in those applications which derive benefits from larger than normal particles.
Typical Technical Values*
| Chemical Analysis (%) |
Range |
Nominal |
Method |
|
ZnO (Zinc Oxide) dry basis |
>99.5 |
99.7 |
USZ |
|
Pb (Lead) |
<.05 |
.01 |
D4075 |
|
Cd (Cadmium) |
<.01 |
.002 |
D4075 |
|
Cu (Copper) |
<.006 |
nil |
D4075 |
|
Fe (Iron) |
<.006 |
nil |
D4075 |
Physical Properties
Surface Area (m2/g) |
2.5 - 3.5 |
2.7 |
D4315 |
|
Fineness passing 325 mesh (%) |
>99.9 |
99.98 |
D4315 |
|
Heat Loss/Moisture (%) |
<.2 |
.1 |
D280 |
|
Specific Gravity |
N/A |
5.6 |
USZ |
|
Apparent Density (lbs./cu. ft.) |
20-40 |
30 |
USZ |
|
Oil Absorption
(lbs. oil/100 lbs. pigment) |
15-30 |
22 |
USZ |
Standard packaging in 50 pound net weight bags on 48X40 wood pallets. 2,500 pounds net weight.
*U.S. Zinc can produce Zinc Oxide to meet individual customer specifications superseding the above. Please contact customer service for additional information.
Revised 03-17-04