SIO-2 Clay

Blue Earthenware Clay

Blue earthenware body. Its blue colour in oxidising atmosphere is a highlight in the range of low firing colours. Its fineness and plasticity make it an excellent choice for wheel- throwing and modelling. Very good behaviour with standard pottery glazes. Available in extruded body (moist form). 5kg.
Firing range: 1050-1080ºC
Water Content (throwing): 19%
Plasticity (IP Atterburg): 15
Calcium Carbonate CaC0₃: 16%
Drying Shrinkage: 5.0%
Firing Shrinkage 1050⁰C: -0.3%
Porosity (water absorption) 1050⁰C: 12.8%
Dry Bending Strength: 4.1N/mm²
Fired Bending Strength 1050⁰C: 37.4N/mm²