Aluminium Fluoride
White Crystalline Powder Non-Hazardous
Chemical Formula: AlF3
- As a flux to reduce the melting point of Alumina during the electrolytic process of producing Aluminium.
- For making flux tablets to purify metal in foundries.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Purity as AlF3 | 95.20% Min |
| Silica as SiO2 | 0.20% Max |
| Phosphorous as P205 | 0.02% Max |
| Iron as Fe2O3 | 0.03% Max |
| Loss on Ignition at 500°C for 30 minutes | 1.00% Max |
| Sulphate as SO3 | 0.15% Max |
| Aluminium oxide as Al2O3 | By Difference |
| Parameter | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Density | 720 kg/m3 Min | |
| Flowability (1 kg) | 160s Max | |
| Angle of Repose | 35° Max | |
| Sieve Analysis on ASTM Sieves (Microns) | ||
| +20 (>850) | Nil | |
| +100 (>150) | 20% Max | |
| +200 (>75) | 95% Max | |
| -325 (>45) | 10% Max | |
- Net weight 50/25 kg in HDPE bags with liner or as required by the customer.
- Net weight 1000 kg in jumbo bags or as required by the customer.
- Store in a cool area away from acid.
- Handle carefully to avoid direct contact.
- Wash the contact area thoroughly with soap.