Hollow Glass Microspheres (O2Si, 10-50 Micron, 99%)
₹1475.00
🧪 Hollow Glass Microspheres (SiO₂, 10–50 μm, Purity 99%)
⚙️ Technical Specifications
Property | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
Purity | ≥ 99% |
Particle Size | 10–50 μm |
Appearance | White to off-white hollow spherical powder |
Structure | Hollow microspheres |
Density | 0.1–0.6 g/cm³ (depending on wall thickness) |
Melting Point | ~1200 °C |
Surface Area | Low to moderate; hollow structure increases effective volume |
Solubility | Insoluble in water; chemically inert |
CAS Number | 60676-86-0 |
🌟 Key Features
High-purity SiO₂ hollow microspheres with uniform size distribution
Lightweight due to hollow structure, offering low density and high volume efficiency
Excellent thermal insulation, chemical inertness, and compressive strength
Non-toxic, environmentally safe, and easy to handle
Enhances mechanical, thermal, and buoyancy properties in composites
🔬 Applications
1. Lightweight Composites
Used in polymer, resin, and concrete composites to reduce weight
Improves strength-to-weight ratio and thermal insulation
2. Thermal & Acoustic Insulation
Applied in insulation coatings, panels, and fillers
Provides thermal stability and sound damping
3. Coatings & Paints
Incorporated into paints, varnishes, and coatings for improved reflectivity, thermal resistance, and mechanical properties
4. Buoyancy & Marine Applications
Used in buoyant materials, flotation devices, and marine composites
Enhances lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties
5. Research & Advanced Materials
Suitable for nanocomposite fabrication, functional fillers, and lightweight material studies
⚠️ Handling & Storage
Store in a sealed, dry container away from moisture and heat
Handle with gloves, mask, and protective eyewear to avoid inhalation of fine particles
Stable under ambient laboratory and industrial conditions