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BALL CLAY

Name: BALL CLAY
Brand: UMA CLAY INDUSTRIES
Price: 4950.0 INR
Availability: InStock

Price 4950.0 INR/ Ton

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MOQ : 40 Tons

BALL CLAY Specification

Water Absorption
20% - 30%

Form
Powder / Lumps

Surface Finish
Smooth

Usage & Applications
Tiles, Ceramics, Sanitaryware, Electricals, Paint, Rubber

Density
1.9 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Melting Point
about 1600C - 1800C

Purity(%)
92-96%

Hardness (%)
50 - 60 (Shore C)

Application
Ceramics, Refractories, Sanitaryware, Tiles, Paints, Electrical Insulators

Chemical Composition
Aluminum Silicate

Product Type
Industrial Clay

Types of Refractories
Insulating & Fireclay Refractories

Shape
Fine powder / Lumps

Porosity
Moderate

Dimensional Stability
Stable on firing

Strength
Good mechanical strength

Specific Gravity
2.5 - 2.6

Thermal Conductivity
Low

Color
White to Creamy

pH Value
6.5 - 7.5

Sintering Temperature
Above 1300C

Fire Clay Content
Approx. 20%

ISO Grade
ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Particle Size
200 mesh (74 micron) passing 98%

Plasticity
High

Moisture Content
6% - 9%

Loss on Ignition (LOI)
11% - 14%

Expansion on Heating
Very low

BALL CLAY Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
40 Tons

FOB Port
MUNDRA PORT

Supply Ability
200 Tons Per Week

Delivery Time
2 Days

Sample Available
Yes

Sample Policy
Within a certain price range free samples are available

Packaging Details
25 kg / 50 kg HDPE Bags 1 Metric Ton Jumbo Bags Loose Bulk (for domestic supply)

Main Domestic Market
All India

Certifications
ISO 9001:2015

About BALL CLAY

Ball Clay is a high-quality, fine-grained industrial clay known for its excellent plasticity, smooth texture, and strong binding properties. It is widely used in the ceramic industry to improve shaping, strength, and surface finish of products.

Our ball clay is carefully processed to maintain consistent quality, fine particle size, and low impurities, ensuring reliable performance in various industrial applications. It enhances workability and provides excellent molding characteristics, making it suitable for high-performance ceramic products.

Ball clay is commonly used in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, tableware, porcelain, and other ceramic applications, where strength and flexibility are essential.

Key Features

High plasticity and flexibility
Fine and uniform particle size
Excellent binding properties
Smooth texture and easy workability
Consistent and reliable quality

Applications

Ceramic tiles and sanitaryware
Pottery and tableware
Porcelain products
Industrial ceramic applications
Binding agent in manufacturing

Versatile Applications Across Industries

Ball clay's unique combination of high plasticity, strength, and controlled chemical composition makes it indispensable in industries such as ceramics, tiles, sanitaryware, paints, and electrical insulators. Its fine particle structure ensures smooth molding and finishing, essential for detailed forming and reliable end products.

Consistent Quality and Performance

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified product, this ball clay guarantees stable dimensional properties and excellent performance at high temperatures. Its white to creamy color, purity of 92-96%, and fine powder or lump form support dependable results in large-scale industrial processes.

FAQ's of BALL CLAY:

Q: How can ball clay be used in ceramic and tile manufacturing?

A: Ball clay functions as a key plasticizing agent in ceramic and tile production, offering high plasticity, smooth molding, and fine particle distribution (200 mesh), resulting in strong, well-shaped, and visually appealing products.

Q: What are the main benefits of using high-plasticity ball clay in refractories and sanitaryware?

A: High-plasticity ball clay enhances workability, surface finish, and mechanical strength in refractories and sanitaryware. Its low thermal expansion, moderate porosity, and stable firing characteristics help produce products that withstand high temperatures and thermal shock.

Q: When should one choose ball clay with a fine 200 mesh size for industrial applications?

A: Ball clay with 98% passing through 200 mesh (74 micron) is ideal when precise surface finish, consistent particle distribution, and excellent suspension properties are required, commonly in ceramics, paint, and coatings industries.

Q: Where is this ball clay typically sourced from and supplied?

A: This high-quality ball clay is primarily sourced, processed, and exported from India, supplied by reputed manufacturers, exporters, and traders adhering to ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Q: What is the process for preparing or blending ball clay prior to use?

A: Ball clay is often mixed with other clays or raw materials and water to achieve the desired plasticity and consistency. It may be used as lump or powder form, depending on the process, then thoroughly blended to ensure even distribution before shaping or firing.

Q: How does the chemical composition and low LOI contribute to its performance?

A: The high purity aluminum silicate composition and controlled loss on ignition (11%-14%) ensure minimal impurities, good mechanical strength, and reliability during firing, making the clay especially suitable for demanding industrial processes.

Q: What advantages does this ball clay offer over alternatives for electrical insulators?

A: With low thermal conductivity, high dimensional stability on firing, and good mechanical strength, this ball clay delivers consistent insulation performance and smooth surface finish, crucial for the manufacturing of reliable electrical insulators.

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