Garnet sand
a). Chemical composition Wt.% Typical
SiO2: 35.0% 37.20%
Al2O3: 18.2% 20.59%
Fe2O3: 3% 3.73%
FeO: 28% 29.49%
CaO: 2.50% 2.02%
MgO: 5% 6.09%
TiO2: 0.5% 0.25%
MnO: 1.0% 0.64%
K2O: 0.08% 0.057%
Na2O: 0.05% 0.034%
SO2: 0.05% 0.022%
P2O5: 0.06% 0.048%
b). Physical Characteristics
Physical State: Solid
Color: Dark reddish brown or deep crimson
Specific gravity: 4.00 -4.10g/cm3, Average = 4.02g/cm3
Mohs hardness: 7 -8,
Melting point: 1150 -1250°C, Typical = 1180°C
Water Solubility: Not soluble
Reactivity: Inert
Conductivity Not tested
Radioactivity Not tested
Unusual Fire or explosion hazards: None
Application: Wet and dry abrasive. High-pressure water jet cutting agent.
Water filtration.
Packing : In 25/50/1000kg PPW bag net each