Portaflame® SG10 S8
- Chemical Name
- Alumina Trihydrate (ATH)
- Chemical Family
- Aluminum Compounds
Portaflame® SG10 S8 is a silane-treated grade made from carefully chosen synthetic aluminum hydroxide (ATH). The standardized quality of Portaflame® SG10 S8 is guaranteed by means of an ISO 9001-certified quality management plan. The chemical composition of the raw material and the finished product is closely monitored, and the particle size is kept within a narrow variation.
Product families
- Fire Retardants
- Flame Retardants
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Portaflame
- End Uses
- High Voltage Insulation
- Functions
- Flame Retardant
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Silicones
- Technology
- Composite Materials
- Plastics
- Material Features
- Arc Resistant
- Excellent Dispersibility
- Good Electrical Properties
- Good Erosion Resistance
- Good Mechanical Properties
- Good Processability
- Low Density
- Low Moisture Content
- Country Availability
- Canada
- USA
- Benefits and Features
ATH is commonly used in silicone rubber to reinforce the compound and improve the arc tracking and erosion resistance. PORTAFLAME SG10 S8 grade has been carefully designed for use in High Voltage Insulator formulations to further improve:; Processing (low viscosity and hence lower mixing energy and time); Vulcanization (low moisture content, active groups); Mechanical and electrical properties due to its easy incorporation and excellent dispersion capabilities
- Packaging Information
The product is available in Paper Bags (25 kg), Big Bags and Bulk.
- Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001
- Compatible Polymers and Resins
- Silicones
- Composite Materials Functions
- Flame Retardant
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- High Voltage Insulation
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Flame Retardant
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
12 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Surface Area | 8.5 | m²/g | BET |
| Oil Absorption | 10.0 | g/100g | ISO 787/5 |
| Color (D65;10º, L*) | 98.4 | — | CIELAB DIN 6174 |
| Color (D65;10º, a*) | 0.3 | — | CIELAB DIN 6174 |
| Color (D65;10º, b*) | 1.0 | — | CIELAB DIN 6174 |
| Moisture Content (at 120°C) | 0.4 | % | Halogen Dryer |
| pH | 9.0 | — | ISO 787/9 |
| Density | 2.4 | g/cm³ | — |
| Apparent Density | 0.4 | g/cm³ | AP method (MF-17) |
| Hardness | 3.0 | — | Mohs’ scale |
| Refractive Index | 1.57 | — | — |
| Thermal Stability | approx. 200 | — | DSC |
Table 2 of 3
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage Passing on Individual Sieve (25 μm) | 0.01 | % | Wet sieve analysis |
| Particle Size (D50) | 1.0 | μm | Laser diffraction Sympatec |
| Particle Size (D97) | 3.8 | μm | Laser diffraction Sympatec |
Table 3 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Oxide (Al₂O₃) | 65.0 | wt% | XRF |
| Sodium Oxide (Na₂O) | 0.2 | wt% | XRF |
| Ferric Oxide (Fe₂O₃) | 0.01 | wt% | XRF |
| Loss on Ignition (1000°C, 1 hour) | 34.5 | wt% | XRF |
