Product Details:
| Minimum Order Quantity | 100 Kg |
| Purity | >99% |
| Grade | Industrial, Technical Grade |
| Packaging Size | 50 kg |
| Packaging Type | Bag |
| Packaging details | 50Kg Bag |
| Brand | Astrra Chemicals |
| Whiteness % | 94.00% |
| Melting Point | 1,580 Deg C |
| Density | 4.5 g/cm3 |
| Molecular formula | BaSO4 |
| Form | Powder |
| Molar mass | 233.38 g/mol |
Micronized Barium Sulphate is a high-purity, fine-grade form of barium sulfate (BaSO₄) with enhanced properties that make it suitable for various specialized applications, including X-ray shielding and other industrial uses. Below are its key uses and applications:
1. X-ray Room ApplicationsMicronized Barium Sulphate is widely used in radiation shielding applications due to its high atomic number (Z = 56) and density. It effectively absorbs X-rays and gamma rays, making it an ideal material for:
X-ray shielding walls: Mixed with concrete or paint to create a protective barrier.
Radiology and diagnostic rooms: Prevents radiation leakage in hospitals and diagnostic centers.
CT scan & MRI rooms: Used as an additive in walls and floors to enhance radiation protection.
Nuclear medicine facilities: Shields against exposure to radioactive materials.
Contrast Agent in Radiology: Used in barium meals and enemas for gastrointestinal imaging due to its opacity to X-rays.
Drug Formulations: Used as an excipient in some pharmaceutical formulations due to its chemical inertness.
High-performance coatings: Enhances durability and brightness in industrial and automotive paints.
Radiation Shielding Paints: Applied to walls for X-ray protection in medical and industrial environments.
Marine and Industrial Coatings: Provides resistance to corrosion and chemical exposure.
Filler in Thermoplastics and Thermosets: Improves strength and reduces shrinkage.
Radiation Shielding Plastics: Used in protective gear and shielding sheets.
Transparent Plastic Films: Enhances opacity while maintaining light diffusion.
Tire & Rubber Industry: Improves abrasion resistance and mechanical properties.
Sealing & Gasket Materials: Enhances resistance to chemicals and wear.
Improves viscosity & stability: Used in industrial adhesives and sealants for improved performance.
Electrical Insulation Compounds: Provides dielectric properties in electrical insulation materials.
Drilling Fluids: Used as a weighting agent in oil well drilling to maintain pressure and stability.
Brake Pads & Clutch Linings: Improves heat resistance and wear performance.
Industrial Mold Release Agents: Used in precision casting and molding applications.
Enhances Gloss & Hardness: Used in high-quality ceramic glazes and glass production.
Dielectric Properties in Ceramics: Useful for electronic and optical applications.
Micronized Barium Sulphate is preferred due to its high purity, fine particle size, chemical inertness, and excellent dispersion properties, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial, medical, and commercial applications. Let me know if you need a more detailed breakdown for a specific industry!
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Product Details:
| Minimum Order Quantity | 100 Kg |
| Purity | 99% |
| Grade Standard | Industrial |
| Packaging Size | 50 kg |
| Packaging Type | Bag |
Micronized Barium Sulphate (BaSO₄) – Uses & Applications in Paints & Coatings
Overview:Micronized Barium Sulphate is a high-purity, fine white powder with excellent chemical inertness and high brightness. It is widely used as a functional extender and filler in paints, coatings, and pigments to improve performance, durability, and surface finish.
Key Properties:High specific gravity and low oil absorption
Excellent whiteness and opacity
Chemically inert and non-reactive with binders or pigments
High weather and UV resistance
Excellent dispersion and gloss control
High refractive index (n ≈ 1.64) for brightness enhancement
Stable against acids, alkalis, and heat
Acts as an extender pigment, improving brightness and opacity.
Enhances film smoothness and durability.
Provides uniform gloss and flow characteristics.
Improves suspension stability and reduces sedimentation.
Used in protective, marine, and automotive coatings for its chemical inertness and resistance to corrosion.
Enhances abrasion resistance and surface hardness.
Provides improved resistance to chemicals and weathering.
Improves flow characteristics and surface finish.
Enhances UV and heat stability, extending coating life.
Maintains consistent color and brightness after curing.
Enhances gloss, smoothness, and color depth.
Provides excellent dispersion and stability in resin systems.
Improves scratch resistance and long-term color retention.
Used in epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic coatings for anti-corrosive and decorative applications.
Increases density and barrier protection against moisture and chemicals.
Cost-effective TiO₂ replacement/extender
Improves opacity without compromising brightness
Enhances durability & resistance to outdoor conditions
Smooth surface finish and controlled gloss level
Excellent dispersion, minimizing settling or separation
Micronized / Precipitated Barium Sulphate (1–5 micron particle size)
High Purity, Chemically Inert Grades for premium coatings
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