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Lime Product Sheets
Burnt Dolomite
| Chemical formula |
CaO.MgO |
| Alternative names / description |
Dolomitic lime, calcium magnesium oxide, dolime |
| Typical chemical analysis |
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Typical % |
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Silica as SiO2 |
3,5> |
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R2O3 |
2,8 |
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Manganese as Mn2O3 |
1,5 |
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Total Calcium as CaO |
57,0 |
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Total Magnesium as MgO |
35,0 |
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Sulphur as SO3 |
<0,05 |
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Phosphorus as P2O3 |
<0,01 |
| Physical properties |
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Lump |
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Bulk density (kg/m3): |
1200 |
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Size: |
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Typical |
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Plus 6mm minus 50mm |
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Colour: Dark brown |
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Angle of repose:38° - 45° |
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| Typical applications |
Fluxing agent: protects magnesia-based refractories in basic pyrometallurgical processes: slag modifier: |
| Quality assurance |
Is accredited with the ISO 9001: 2000 Code of Practice for quality management systems. |
| Handling |
Supplied in bulk in rail or road trucks from Lime Acres, Northern Cape. |
| Storage |
Store in enclosed, dry conditions under cover. |
| Safety |
Burned dolomite will react with water, including atmospheric moisture. The reaction generates heat and produces a strongly alkaline, hydrated product. Always exercise care and refer to the Lime Safety and Handling Guide when handling this product. |
