Silica Sand Granule

Product Details:

Silica Sand (Processed Brown Grade) is a naturally occurring granular material primarily composed of quartz (SiO₂). The brown coloration typically comes from the presence of iron oxide and other mineral impurities. This variant of silica sand finds widespread application across various industries due to its abrasive, thermal, and filtration properties.
🔧 Industrial & Construction Applications

Foundry Industry

Used in core making and molding due to its high thermal resistance and grain strength.

Provides excellent thermal conductivity and resistance to metal penetration.

Glass Manufacturing

Suitable for brown/amber glass where ultra-high purity is not critical.

Common in the production of bottles, containers, and architectural glass.

Construction

Used as a fine aggregate in concrete and mortar.

Filler for paving blocks, tiles, and pre-cast concrete.

Used in cement slurry backfill and grouting.

Sand Blasting & Surface Preparation

Used as an abrasive blasting media for cleaning metal surfaces, removing rust, paint, and mill scale.

🌱 Environmental & Filtration Applications

Water Filtration

Acts as a filter media in water treatment plants.

Removes suspended solids and improves clarity in potable water and wastewater treatment.

Oil & Gas Industry

Utilized in hydraulic fracturing (fracking) as a proppant to keep fractures open for oil/gas flow.

🏗️ Specialty Applications

Ceramic & Refractory

Used as a filler in ceramics, refractories, and fire bricks.

Offers good heat resistance and chemical stability.

Paints & Coatings

Acts as a texture additive or filler in anti-skid and decorative coatings.

Sports & Landscaping

Used as infill for artificial turfs.

Base layer for golf courses and sports fields.

Landscaping and decorative ground cover.

🔍 Notes on Selection:

Brown processed silica sand is typically used where purity is not the primary concern.

It is more cost-effective than white or high-purity grades.

Grain size, hardness, and sphericity are important depending on the application.

Additional Information:

• Production Capacity: 100000
• Delivery Time: Immediate
• Packaging Details: Brand New PP Bags