Micas are natural phyllosilicates with a platelet-shaped structure. There are various types of mica. Light-coloured muscovite and dark-coloured phlogopite are use in industrial applications. They are exposed to various milling processes as well as separation processes with hydrocyclones and flotation before being milled and dried.
Features
• laminar particles
• high aspect ratio (1:30)
• hardness of 2.5 (Mohs)
• density of 2.85 g/cm3
• low oil absorption
• high thermal stability
Key applications
• engineering thermoplastic polymers as polyamide for large, dimensional and thermal stable parts for the automotive industry
• cracking prevention in dispersion paints and plasters
• anti-corrosion coatings
For more detailed information about our muscovite mica, please visit the website of our partner company Aspanger Bergbau and Mineralwerke GmbH.