BENTONITE INFORMATION
Bentonite is a hydrated aluminum silicate with the unique ability to absorb water and swell. It has many uses in industry and civil engineering.
USES FOR BENTONITE
Suspending and colloidal agent in the manufacture of soap, in overall laundries, polishes, paints, adhesives and cosmetics, widely used as a filtering agent, well drilling, environmental remediation, ponds, and many other applications.
Grades of Bentonite
BENTONITE # 34 INFORMATION
A finely powdered, odorless and tasteless hydrous Silicate of Alumina, insoluble in water, swelling to about eight times its weight when water is added. It is often used as a suspending agent, in the manufacture of cosmetics, soaps, polishes, paints and adhesives. It is also widely used as a filtering agent in well drilling.
| Chemical Analysis | ||
|---|---|---|
| Alumna | Al3O2 | 18.0% – 21.0% |
| Iron Oxide | Fe2O3 | 2.8% – 3.5% |
| Magnesia | MgO | 2.3% – 3.2% |
| Lime | CaO | 0.7% – 1.2% |
| Soda | Na2O | 2.1% – 2.7% |
| Potash | K2O | 0.4% – 0.6% |
Swelling: 2 grams swell to 20 ccs minimum in water when sprinkled into a graduate amount of water, a bit at a time
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | 7.0% – 11.0% |
| Mesh Dry Grind | 74% – 90% thru 200 mesh |
| Sieve Analysis | |
| Sieve Size | % Retained |
| #12 | 0.15 |
| #20 | 62.50 |
| #30 | 30.72 |
| #40 | 6.45 |
| Pan | 0.18 |
BENTONITE # 40 INFORMATION
This natural sodium bentonite is a hydrous silicate of alumina made up mostly of montmorillonite. This clay swells several times its own volume when water is added. The #40 is granular and often used in sealing and lining applications that involve wet soils. It is also used in conditions that need to minimize dust particles.
| Chemical Properties | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 63.02% |
| Al2O3 | 21.08% |
| Fe2O2 | 3.25% |
| FeO | 0.35% |
| MgO | 2.67% |
| CaO | 0.65% |
| Na2O | 2.27% |
| Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray / Tan |
| Moisture (%) | 12% max (as shipped) |
| Filtrate loss | 18 ml (max API 13A) |
| Free Swell | 24 ml / 2g min (ACC 1010) |
| Particle Size | |
|---|---|
| Sieve Size | % Retained |
| #10 | 1.0 |
| #200 | 15.0 |
BENTONITE 40/100 INFORMATION
Specially sized pure sodium bentonite for Binding and Absorbents.
| Typical Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 60.34% |
| Al2O3 | 19.28% |
| Fe2O3 | 3.48% |
| Na2O | 2.34% |
| TiO2 | .22% |
| CaO | .38% |
| MgO | 1.67% |
| K2O | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| H2O | 7.75% |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Typical Particle Size | |
|---|---|
| US Standard Sieve Size | % Passing |
| 20 mesh | 99.9% |
| 40 mesh | 83.2% |
| 50 mesh | 55.7% |
| 60 mesh | 43.47% |
| 100 mesh | 21.68% |
| -200 mesh | 8.1% |
| Typical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content % | 6-9 |
| pH | 9.1 ± 0.4 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity CEC meq 100 gm | 70-90 |
| swell | 21 +/- 3 |
| color | Light Grey |
CREAM BENTONITE INFORMATION
This is a white, top quality, high swelling sodium type Bentonite for use in demanding application and where color and performance are important.
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| Chemical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 60.34% |
| Al2O3 | 19.28% |
| Fe2O2 | 3.48% |
| Na2O | 2.34% |
| MgO | 1.67% |
| CaO | 0.38% |
| TiO2 | 0.22% |
| K2O | 0.10% |
| Other | 0.07% |
| Moisture | 7.75% |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Trace Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Ar | 0.1 ppm |
| Pb | 0.1 ppm |
| Hg | 0.02 ppm |
| Cd | 0.05 ppm |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | White to Off White |
| % thru Mesh | 78-82 Dry |
| Wet Screen Residue | 2003.0% Wet |
| pH | 8.5-9.7 |
| Caution Exchange | 80-90 meq/100 g |
| Total Surface Area | 800 sq meter/gr |
BENTONITE E-GROUT INFORMATION
e-GROUT™ provides a durable, very low resistivity, low permeability backfill material for electrical grounding installations. Its pumpable and flowable consistency ensures complete fill in grounding rod holes or grounding grid trenches. This ensures secure electrical continuity between the entire surface of the grounding medium and the earth. After placement, e-GROUT™ assumes a caulk-like consistency having a hydraulic conductivity of 1×10-9 cm/sec or lower with electrical resistance values less than 80 ohm/cm.
| Dry Product | |
|---|---|
| Dry Fineness | 78% passing a 200 mesh screen |
| Processed Bulk Density | 58.0 ± 4 pounds/cubic foot |
| Typical E.P. Toxicity Analysis | Standard ppm | Set Grout ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Prepared Grout (30% solids unless indicated) | |
|---|---|
| pH (5% solids slurry) | 8 to 10.5 |
| Specific Gravity | 10.2 lbs / gallon |
| Hydraulic Conductivity | <1 x 10-9 cm/sec. |
| Electrical Resistivity | <80 ohm cm. |
| Typical Chemical Analysis | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61.1 | MgO | 1.70 |
| Al2O3 | 17.1 | CaO3 | 1.38 |
| Fe2O3 | 3.50 | TiO2 | 0.20 |
| K2O | 0.10 | Na2O | 3.82 |
| MnO | 0.10 | H2O | 4.50 |
| L.O.I. | 4.37 |
BENTONITE ENVIROGEL 200 INFORMATION
This is a pure, natural, sodium Bentonite produced as a powdered material for use in environmental projects such as landfill liners, pond liners, and where the flow of water must be controlled.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60.34% |
| Al203 | 19.28% |
| Fe203 | 3.98% |
| Na20 | 2.34% |
| Ti02 | .22% |
| Ca0 | .38% |
| Mg0 | 1.67% |
| K20 | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Moisture | Less than 10% guaranteed 6-8% typical |
| Density | 65 lbs/cu. ft. |
| Spec. Gravity | 2.55 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity | 70-90 CEC meg (100 gr) |
| Swell cc/2 gr | 20 – 28 , 24 average |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Particles Size Analysis | ||
|---|---|---|
| US Standard Mesh | micron | % passing dry sieve |
| 80 | 180 | 98.0% |
| 100 | 150 | 95.8% |
| 200 | 75 | 80.6% |
| 325 | 44 | 51.7% |
| Wet Screen residue 200 mesh | 2.5 – 3.5% |
BENTONITE GRANULAR #40 FEED GRADE INFORMATION
This is a pure sodium Bentonite produced as a granular material for use as a carrier and active agent in all sorts of animal feeds. Faster weight gains and better health are notable benefits to animals using up to 3% Bentonite in the diet.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60.34% |
| Al203 | 19.28% |
| Fe203 | 3.98% |
| Na20 | 2.34% |
| Ti02 | .22% |
| Ca0 | .38% |
| Mg0 | 1.67% |
| K20 | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Moisture | Less than 10% guaranteed 6-8% typical |
| Density | 65 lbs/cu. ft. |
| Spec. Gravity | 2.55 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity | 70-90 CEC meg (100 gr) |
| Swell cc/2 gr | 20 – 28 , 24 average |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Particle size | |
|---|---|
| Grade | |
| US Stand Mesh | % Retained |
| +30 | Trace |
| 30/60 | 78 |
| 60/100 | 16.7 |
| 100/200 | 4.9 |
| -200 | 0.4 |
BENTONITE FEED GRADE POWDER INFORMATION
This is a white, top quality, high swelling sodium type Bentonite for use in such application as animal feed where purity and color are important.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60.34% |
| Al203 | 19.28% |
| Fe203 | 3.98% |
| Na20 | 2.34% |
| Ti02 | .22% |
| Ca0 | .38% |
| Mg0 | 1.67% |
| K20 | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| Trace Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Ar | 0.1 ppm |
| Pb | 0.1 ppm |
| Hg | 0.02 ppm |
| Cd | 0.05 ppm |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | White to Off White |
| % thru Mesh | 78-82 Dry |
| Wet Screen Residue 200 | 3.0% Wet |
| pH | 8.5-9.7 |
| Cation Exchange | 80-90 meq/100 g |
| Total Surface Area | 800 sq meter/gr |
BENTONITE FOOD ADDITIVE INFORMATION
This Bentonite conforms to Title 21, Food and Drugs, Chapter I, Part 184, Subpart B, Section 184.1155 [Cite:21CFR184.1155] and is included in the list of materials generally recognized as safe for food additives.
BENTONITE GRANULAR 30 INFORMATION
This is a white, top quality, high swelling sodium type Bentonite for use in such application as animal feed where purity and color are important.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60.34% |
| Al203 | 19.28% |
| Fe203 | 3.98% |
| Na20 | 2.34% |
| Ti02 | 22.0% |
| Ca0 | 0.38% |
| Mg0 | 1.67% |
| K20 | 0.10% |
| Other | 0.07% |
| Particle Size Analysis | |
|---|---|
| +10 mesh | 0.2% |
| -50 mesh | 0.5% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray to Light Tan |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Moisture | Less than 10% guaranteed 6-8% typical |
| Density | 65 lbs/cu. ft. |
| Spec. Gravity | 2.55 |
| Caption Exchange Capacity | 60-80 CEC meg (100 gr) |
| EPA Toxicity | Meets Elution Standards |
BENTONITE GRANULAR COMPARATIVE INFORMATION
These are pure, sodium Bentonites produced as granular materials for use when larger particle size and free-of-dust are valuable properties.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60.34% |
| Al203 | 3.98% |
| Na20 | 2.34% |
| Ti02 | .22% |
| Ca0 | .38% |
| Mg0 | 1.67% |
| K20 | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Moisture | Less 10% guaranteed, 6-8% typical |
| Density | 65 lbs/cu. ft. |
| Spec. Gravity | 2.55 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity | 70-90 CEC meg (100 gr) |
| Swell | 18-22 cc/2 gr. |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
BENTONITE HYDROGEL 200 INFORMATION
For use in drilling operations where premium grade Wyoming Bentonite is desired. HYDROGEL® is a preferred product for use in oil and gas exploration drilling. It is also used in slurry trenching, caisson boring, and cast-in-place concrete foundations.
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:
- Manufactured to exceed API 13A, Section 9 specifications.
- 200 Mesh viscosity builder.
- Yields excellent fluid loss characteristics.
- Assists in stabilizing the borehole or trench walls.
OIL WELL BENTONITE API SPEC. 13A, SEC. 5 INFORMATION
This Bentonite meets the API requirements for Spec. 13A, Section 5. This item is used in small diameter borehole drilling for water wells, monitoring wells, or minerals exploration. Oil and gas drilling.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 61.4% |
| Al203 | 18.0% |
| Fe203 | 3.5% |
| Na20 | 2.3% |
| Mg0 | 1.7% |
| Ca0 | .4% |
| Ti02 | .2% |
| K20 | .1% |
| Other | .07% |
| H20 | 7.8% |
| LOI | 4.4% |
| Physical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| YP/PV Ratio 1.5 max | 0.8 |
| Plastic Viscosity 10 cp, min | 12.0 |
| % Passing 200 Mesh Dry Screen | 80% +/-4% |
| Bulk Density (lbs/cu.ft) | 52 +/-3 |
| Filtrate, 30 min 12.5 cm3, Max | 10.0 |
| Surface Area (sq m/gr) | 82 gr external |
| Surface Area (sq m/gr) | 800 all surfaces |
| Specific Gravity | 2.55 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity (megs/100gr) | 80-90 |
| pH (5% Suspension) | 9.1 |
BENTONITE ORGANO INFORMATION
This clay has been formulated as an oil dispersible Bentonite. The ultimate Bentonite particle is nanosized approximately 1 X 100 x 100 nanometers. High sheer process achieves smaller dispersed particle sizes. It is used as a thickening and suspension agent and as a structural pigment in anhydrous products, suitable for coating applications.
| Inorganic Content | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 42% |
| Al2O3 | 14% |
| Fe2O2 | 3% |
| Na2O | 2% |
| MgO | 1% |
| Moisture | 2 to 6 % |
| Organic Content | |
|---|---|
| LOI | 34%-38% |
| Trace Analysis Typical | ppm |
|---|---|
| Ar | 0.1 |
| Pb | 0.1 |
| Hg | 0.02 |
| Cd | 0.05 |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Bulk Density | 35 lbs/cu ft |
| Color | Off White to light tan |
| Residue on 200 mesh | 2% |
| Fann Viscosity API standard method | 600 rpm |
| Total Surface Area | 800 sq meter/gr |
BENTONITE PAPER GRADE INFORMATION
This is a high purity sodium montmorillonite consisting of micronized particles and supplied as a free-flowing powder. This grade is specifically mined for use as a drainage, retention, and formation aid in the manufacture of paper products, especially fine paper grades.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| (typical analysis moisture free): | |
| SiO2 | 62.76 % |
| Al2O3 | 22.17 % |
| Fe2O3 | 4.33 % |
|
Na2O |
4.86 % |
| CaO | 1.68 % |
| MgO | 2.92 % |
| 2O | .58 % |
| TYPICAL PROPERTIES: | |
|---|---|
| Moisture | 7 – 12% as shipped |
| Settleable | 15 % maximum |
| ISO TAPPI Brightness | Typically 55 |
|
pH |
9.5-11.0 @ 5% solids |
| Texture | Soft, slippery |
| Odour | None |
| Taste | None |
| CEC | Typically 120 meq/100g |
| Wet Particle Size | Maximum 99.8% finer than 325 mesh (44 micron) |
| Dry Particle Size | .Maximum 98.0% finer than 325 mesh (44 micron) |
BENTONITE PAPER MAKING SLURRY INFORMATION
This slurry is specially designed for papermaking on modern, high speed machines. It is made using high swelling sodium Bentonite in a single component suspension of anionic nano-particles. Its chemistry is controlled by its very large surface area. Its physical properties can be controlled in the papermaking process. The P-Slurry is typically used in conjunction with starch as an aid in retention and drainage applications.
| Chemical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 60.3% |
| Al2O3 | 19.3% |
| Na2O | 2.4% |
| LOI | 4.4% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | off white |
| % Solids in Slurry | 7% |
| Non-Colloids | less than 1% dry weight |
| pH | 8.5 – 9.5 |
| Cationic Exchange (meq/100 gm) | 75 – 90 |
| Particle Thickness | 1.2 nanometer |
| Surface area, Total | 800 m2/gr. |
BENTONITE SEMI-DRIED CRUDE CA INFORMATION
This is a pure, sodium Bentonites produced as a Semi-Dried form for the ease of bulk transportation and processing.
| Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Si02 | 60 – 62 % |
| Al203 | 18 -20 % |
| Fe203 | 3.5 – 4 % |
| Na20 | 2.3 % |
| Ti02 | 0.2 % |
| Ca0 | 0.4 % |
| Mg0 | 1.7 % |
| K20 | 0.1 % |
| Other | 0.7% |
| Physical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Gray |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| Moisture | 11.5 – 14.5 % |
| Apparent Density | 0.95 – 1.10 |
| Spec. Gravity | 2.55 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity | 70-90 CEC meg (100 gr) |
| Swell | 18-22 cc/2 gr. |
| Size | 100% passing 5 cm. |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | <0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
BENTONITE WINE GRADE 30 INFORMATION
This is a pure, sodium Bentonites produced as a Semi-Dried form for the ease of bulk transportation and processing.
| Typical Chemical Analysis | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 60.34% |
| Al2O3 | 19.28% |
| Fe2O3 | 3.48% |
| Na2O | 2.34% |
| TiO2 | .22% |
| CaO | .38% |
| MgO | 1.67% |
| K2O | .10% |
| Other | .07% |
| H2O | 7.75% |
| LOI | 4.37% |
| E.P. Toxicity Analysis | EPA Standard ppm | Typical Analysis ppm |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Barium | 100.0 | 0.5 |
| Cadmium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Chromium | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Lead | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Mercury | 0.2 | < 0.02 |
| Selenium | 1.0 | < 0.05 |
| Silver | 5.0 | < 0.1 |
| Typical Particle Size | |
|---|---|
| U.S. Standard Sieve Size | % Passing |
| 10 mesh | .2 |
| 16 mesh | 1.8 |
| 20 mesh | 49.3 |
| 40 mesh | 48.2 |
| 50 mesh | .2 |
| -50 mesh | .5 |
| Typical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Color | Light Grey |
| Moisture Content | 6%-9% |
| pH | 9.1 ± 0.4 |
| Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC meq(100 gm) | 60-80 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.55 ± 0.1 |
| Bulk Density (lbs/ft3) | 64 ± 2 |