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PPC Lime - Product Specsheets - Ground Unslaked Lime

Chemical formula

CaO

Alternative names / description

GUS, ground quicklime, calcium oxide


Typical chemical analysis

 

Typical %

Available calcium as CaO

89,0

Total calcium as CaO

92,0

Total magnesium as MgO

2,0

Silica as SiO2

2,0

Manganese as Mn2O3

1,2

R2O3

1,5

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

1,0

Sulphur as SO3

<0,05

Physical properties

 

Aerated

De-aerated

Bulk density (kg/m3):

1 000 - 1 100

1100 -1300

Size:

5% Retained on 2,350mm; 0% retained on 4,750mm

Colour:

Buff due to the presence of Manganese as Mn2O3

Angle of repose:

28° - 32°

Typical applications

Fluxing agent, neutralisation or pH control and coagulation.

Quality assurance

Is accredited with the ISO 9001: 2000 Code of Practice for quality management systems.

Handling

Moisture free air is essential for unloading.

Storage

Important that lime is stored in an enclosed dry place.

Safety

Unslaked lime reacts with water (including atmospheric moisture), producing heat and a strongly alkaline hydrated lime. Care should always be exercised when handling this product.

Refer to the Lime Safety and Handling Guide
 
   
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