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Talc Powder for Construction

Talc Powder for Construction

Talc powder is used as a filler and extender in construction materials, such as cement, concrete mixes, plasters, and mortars. It improves the workability, reduces shrinkage, and enhances the durability of the final product. Talc powder is found in various construction products, such as lightweight concrete blocks, and Insulating panels.

Talc Powder Grade and Specification

Product Code
Whiteness by Hunter Lab L* (%)
Particle size: D50, D97 (micron)
Apparent, Tapped Density (g/cc)
SiO2, MgO
Remarks
WIN7D27R (P0151007025H)
92 min.
6±2, 20±3
0.24-0.34,
0.28-0.38
60 min., 30 min.
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WIN7D27R (P016A1007025H)
94 min.
10±2, 37±3
0.31-0.41,
0.38-0.48
60 min., 30 min.
-
WIN7A17R (P0171007025H)
96 min.
12±2, 37±3
0.27-0.37,
0.32-0.42
60 min., 30 min.
-
WIN7A17R (P0191007025H)
96 min.
6±2, 20±3
0.24-0.34,
0.30-0.40
60 min., 30 min.
-
WIN7A17R (P0301007030H)
96 min.
4±2, 15±3
0.30-0.40,
0.35-0.45
60 min., 30 min.
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WIN7A17R (P0321007030H)
96 min.
4±2, 9±3
0.35-0.45,
0.41-0.51
60 min., 30 min.
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WIN7A17R (P0331007030H)
96 min.
3±2, 7±3
0.24-0.34,
0.31-0.41
60 min., 30 min.
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Properties and Benefits of Talc Powder in Construction Products:

  1. Reinforcing Agent:
  • Property: Talc’s lamellar structure enhances strength and stiffness.
  • Benefit: Improves the mechanical durability of construction materials, making them more resistant to cracking and deformation under stress.
  1. Thermal Stability:
  • Property: Talc withstands high temperatures without degradation.
  • Benefit: Enhances the thermal resistance of construction products, making them suitable for high-temperature applications.
  1. Dimensional Stability:
  • Property: Talc minimizes shrinkage and expansion due to temperature or humidity changes.
  • Benefit: Ensures consistent shapes and sizes in construction materials, reducing warping or cracking over time.
  1. Moisture Resistance:
  • Property: Talc reduces porosity in construction products.
  • Benefit: Improves water resistance, making materials more durable in wet or humid environments.
  1. Improved Workability:
  • Property: Talc acts as a natural lubricant in formulations.
  • Benefit: Enhances the ease of mixing, molding, and application of construction materials like plasters, grouts, and concrete.
  1. Sound Insulation:
  • Property: Talc’s density and structure improve sound absorption.
  • Benefit: Contributes to better acoustic performance in construction products, reducing noise transmission.
  1. Surface Smoothness:
  • Property: Talc’s fine particle size ensures a smooth finish.
  • Benefit: Produces aesthetically appealing surfaces in coatings, plasters, and tiles.
  1. Fire Resistance:
  • Property: Talc is inherently non-combustible and resists high temperatures.
  • Benefit: Improves the fire-retardant properties of construction materials, enhancing safety.
  1. Chemical Inertness:
  • Property: Talc is chemically stable and resistant to most acids and alkalis.
  • Benefit: Enhances the durability of construction products in chemically aggressive environments.
  1. Industrial Lubricants:
  • Property: Talc is an economical mineral additive.
  • Benefit: Reduces the cost of raw materials while maintaining or improving the performance of construction products.
  1. Resistance to Abrasion:
  • Property: Talc enhances wear resistance.
  • Benefit: Extends the lifespan of construction materials exposed to high friction, such as flooring and wall finishes.
  1. Eco-Friendly:
  • Property: Talc is a natural, non-toxic mineral.
  • Benefit: Contributes to sustainable and environmentally friendly construction practices.

Finished Construction Products That Can Incorporate Talc Powder:

  1. Concrete Products:
  • Ready-Mix Concrete
  • Precast Concrete Blocks
  • Concrete Pipes and Panels
  1. Plasters and Mortars:
  • Wall Plasters
  • Tile Adhesives and Grouts
  • Decorative Renders
  1. Flooring Materials:
  • Cement-Based Flooring
  • Resin Flooring
  • Self-Leveling Compounds
  1. Roofing Materials:
  • Asphalt Shingles
  • Roof Coatings
  • Waterproof Membranes
  1. Insulation Materials:
  • Thermal Insulation Panels
  • Acoustic Insulation Boards
  • Fireproof Insulation
  1. Paints and Coatings:
  • Interior and Exterior Wall Paints
  • Protective Coatings for Metal and Concrete
  • Fire-Retardant Coatings
  1. Ceramic and Porcelain Products:
  • Floor and Wall Tiles
  • Sanitary Ware
  1. Construction Panels:
  • Drywall Boards
  • Fiber Cement Boards
  • Partition Panels
  1. Adhesives and Sealants:
  • Construction Adhesives
  • Gap-Filling Sealants
  • Waterproofing Sealants
  1. Decorative and Aesthetic Products:
  • Artificial Marble and Stone
  • Decorative Panels
  • Stucco Finishes

Raw Materials in the Construction Product Supply Chain That Can Incorporate Talc Powder:

  1. Cementitious Materials:
  • Portland Cement
  • Fly Ash
  • Slag Cement
  • Lime
  1. Aggregates:
  • Sand
  • Crushed Stone
  • Gravel
  1. Fillers and Extenders:
  • Talc Powder
  • Calcium Carbonate
  • Silica
  • Mica
  1. Binders:
  • Gypsum
  • Polymer Resins (e.g., epoxy, polyurethane, acrylic)
  • Bitumen
  1. Additives:
  • Plasticizers and Superplasticizers
  • Retarders and Accelerators
  • Defoamers
  • Water-Repellent Agents
  1. Reinforcements:
  • Glass Fibers
  • Steel Fibers
  • Natural Fibers
  1. Coating Materials:
  • Pigments
  • Protective Coatings (e.g., epoxy, polyurethane)
  • Fireproofing Agents