Alphatex™ calcined kaolin
Product Description
Alphatex™ is a high brightness, calcined clay used for coating and filling applications in paper and board where high brightness and opacity are required. It is made via a precisely controlled thermal process using a select kaolin feed. The resulting product has a controlled pore structure that maximizes light scattering.
Application
Alphatex™ is cost effective in reducing the need for titanium dioxide. In filling applications, it improves print appearance and strike through as well as brightness and opacity. As a coating pigment, Alphatex™ improves coverage, absorbency, and print properties. In short, Alphatex™ is a valuable component in the production of newsprint, coated papers, white top and mottled liner board and uncoated fine papers..
Shipping
Alphatex™ is available in slurry, dry bulk and bag forms. For more information regarding shipping or
other product information please contact us.
Key Typical Properties
Property |
Typical Value |
|---|---|
Brightness, GE |
92.5 |
Particle Size (% < 2 µ) |
94 |
Slurry solids,% |
50 |
