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SILICA SAND

High-Silica Mineral for Glass, Foundry & Industrial Use

Silica Sand is an important industrial mineral mainly composed of silicon dioxide. It is widely used in glass manufacturing, foundry casting, ceramics, water filtration, construction, chemical production, refractory and abrasive applications.

Vision Minetech supplies different grades of Silica Sand from Kutch, Gujarat in powder and granule-cum-powder forms as per customer application, required particle size and technical specifications.

High Silica Content

Suitable for industries where silica purity and consistency are important.

Multiple Industrial Uses

Used in glass, foundry, construction, filtration, ceramic and chemical applications.

Grade-Wise Supply

Available in different grades such as glass grade, foundry grade and chemical grade.

Key Properties of Silica Sand

Silica Sand is selected based on important parameters such as SiO₂ percentage, Fe₂O₃ content, particle size, moisture, whiteness and chemical purity. These properties help decide its suitability for different industrial applications.

Glass industries usually require high silica and low iron content, while foundry and construction applications focus on particle size, thermal stability and consistent grading. Vision Minetech supplies Silica Sand as per industry-specific requirements.

High Purity Mineral

Silica Sand with controlled quality for demanding industrial applications.

Particle Size Control

Available in suitable sizing and grade options as per customer requirement.

Industrial Grade Supply

Useful for glass, foundry, filtration, construction, ceramic and refractory industries.

Silica Sand Product Details

Vision Minetech supplies Silica Sand for industries that require dependable quality, controlled grading and application-based specifications. It is suitable for manufacturing and processing industries where silica content, particle size and chemical composition play an important role.

Business Highlights

Silica Sand supplied from Kutch, Gujarat.

Suitable for glass, foundry, filtration and construction industries.

Available in powder and granule-cum-powder forms.

Grade-wise supply available for different industrial applications.

Useful in glass making, ceramics, refractory and chemical production.

Bulk quantity supply support available for industrial buyers.

Specifications

Silica Sand

Grade-wise specifications of Silica Sand. Final values may vary as per grade, particle size, application requirement and latest quality report.

Physical Analysis

Glass Grade
Sr. No. Parameters Glass Grade
1 On 30# BSS 2.00% Max.
2 Under 150# BSS 2.50% Max.
3 Moisture < 1%

Chemical Analysis

Glass Grade
Sr. No. Parameters Glass Grade
1 SiO₂ 98.50% Min.
2 Fe₂O₃ 0.035 ± 0.010%
3 Al₂O₃ 0.80 ± 0.15%
4 TiO₂ 0.070 ± 0.015%
5 LOI 0.45 ± 0.05%
Note: Specifications are indicative and should be verified with the latest product test report before final order confirmation. Foundry grade, chemical grade and custom size requirements can be discussed based on application, quantity and technical parameters.
Application-Based Grades

Silica Sand Grades

Silica Sand is supplied in different application-based grades for glass, foundry, construction and water filtration industries. The suitable grade depends on SiO₂ content, iron level, particle size, moisture and end-use application.

Glass Grade Silica Sand

Glass Grade Silica Sand is used in glass manufacturing where high silica content, low iron level and consistent particle size are important for glass clarity and production quality.

Common Applications

  • Flat glass
  • Container glass
  • Specialty glass
  • Fiberglass manufacturing

Important Parameters

  • High SiO₂ percentage
  • Low Fe₂O₃ level
  • Particle size control
  • Moisture and impurity control

Foundry Grade Silica Sand

Foundry Grade Silica Sand is used for moulds and cores in casting applications. It is preferred where grain shape, thermal stability and grading consistency are required.

Common Applications

  • Foundry moulding sand
  • Core making
  • Ferrous casting
  • Non-ferrous casting

Important Parameters

  • Grain size distribution
  • Thermal stability
  • Low clay and impurity content
  • Consistent grading

Construction Grade Silica Sand

Construction Grade Silica Sand is used in building material, flooring, cement-based products and construction mixtures where consistent grain quality and bulk availability are important.

Common Applications

  • Construction materials
  • Flooring compounds
  • Specialty cement products
  • Adhesives and sealants

Important Parameters

  • Particle size
  • Cleanliness
  • Bulk consistency
  • Application suitability

Water Filtration Grade Silica Sand

Water Filtration Grade Silica Sand is used as filtration media in water treatment systems where controlled size, cleanliness and durability are required.

Common Applications

  • Water filtration plants
  • Industrial filtration
  • Wastewater treatment
  • Pressure sand filters

Important Parameters

  • Effective size
  • Uniformity coefficient
  • Clean and washed material
  • Low soluble impurities
COMMON QUESTIONS

Most Popular Questions

What is Silica Sand used for?

Silica Sand is used in glass making, foundry casting, ceramics, water filtration, construction, chemical production, refractory, abrasive and sandblasting applications.

Do you supply glass grade Silica Sand?

Yes, Vision Minetech supplies Silica Sand grades suitable for glass and other industrial applications based on customer specifications.

Can I get foundry grade or chemical grade Silica Sand?

Yes, grade-wise requirements such as foundry grade, chemical grade or specific particle size can be discussed based on your application.

Which parameters are important in Silica Sand?

Important parameters include SiO₂ percentage, Fe₂O₃ content, particle size, moisture, chemical composition and application suitability.

Is Silica Sand available in bulk quantity?

Yes, bulk supply can be arranged as per grade availability, order quantity and dispatch location.

How do I request the right grade?

Share your industry, required particle size, chemical parameters, quantity and delivery location. Vision Minetech can suggest the suitable grade.
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