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Gilsonite Additives FAQ
Can gilsonite replace synthetic resins? In many black or dark formulations, partly or fully. Which grade is best…
Gilsonite as an Industrial Additive
Gilsonite as an industrial additive in rubber, adhesives, briquetting, plastics and custom blends.
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Environmental Profile of Gilsonite
Gilsonite is a natural material that requires relatively simple processing: sorting, crushing and milling. Gilsonite requires relatively simple…
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Evaluating Gilsonite for a New Application
After lab success, run a pilot batch in production equipment, check processing and quality, then agree a written…
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Natural Asphalts in Agricultural Products
Bituminous products have been used for tree wound dressings, grafting compounds and protective coatings for posts. Water resistance…
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Gilsonite in Sound-Deadening Materials
Bituminous sound-deadening pads and coatings use fillers and binders to damp vibration. Increases stiffness and heat resistance of…
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Custom Gilsonite Blends and Grades
Some customers need special blends: specific mesh distributions, softening points or mixtures with other materials. Every process is…
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Gilsonite in Refractories and Carbon Products
Carbon-containing refractories and carbon products sometimes use natural asphalts as binders or carbon sources. Refractories such as magnesia-carbon…
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How to Request Gilsonite Samples and Quotations
Testing a sample is the best way to confirm that a gilsonite grade fits your process. Share your…
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Gilsonite Dosage Reference Table
Values are typical starting points; optimize by testing. The ranges below are typical starting points collected from common…
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Gilsonite as a Carbon Source in Metallurgy
Gilsonite contains high carbon and low ash, making it a possible carbon source in some metallurgical processes. Carbon…
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Gilsonite in Lubricants and Greases
Gilsonite can be used in heavy-duty greases and gear compounds. Gilsonite is dissolved in heavy base oil, then…
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Gilsonite in Plastics and Masterbatches
Gilsonite can be used to colour and modify some plastics. Gilsonite is not a replacement for carbon black…
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Data sheet
Gilsonite Powder
| Property | Typical value | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Black to dark brown powder | Visual |
| Particle size | 100 – 200 mesh | Sieve |
| Softening point (R&B) | 150 – 220 °C | ASTM D36 |
| Ash content, max | 5 % | ASTM D3174 |
| Moisture, max | 1 % | ASTM D95 |
| Volatile matter | 55 – 75 % | ASTM D3175 |
| Solubility in toluene, min | 99 % | ASTM D2042 |
| Specific gravity @ 25°C | 1.04 – 1.10 | ASTM D70 |
| Typical dosage | Drilling 2–8 lb/bbl · asphalt 4–12 % of binder · foundry 0.3–1.0 % | |
| Packing | 25 kg multi-wall paper or PP bags, palletized and stretch-wrapped; 1 MT jumbo bags. | |
Typical values. The final specification is confirmed in the COA of each shipment.