Precipitated Silica: Uses and Production Process
Precipitated silica is a form of synthetic and amorphous silica and it is derived from the quartz-sand that is the crystal form of the silicon dioxide. The physical properties can be manipulated rather easily while it is in the process of manufacturing in order to further deliver products that has plethora of features that’s needed to enhance its features, that are engineered specifically for various end-usage applications, like the Silica from Rice Husk Ash . The precipitated silica is used in several industries which include: Industrial rubber – Precipitated Silica for Rubber Precipitated silica for tires Silicone rubber Footwear Agricultural products Coatings, paints and inks Adhesives and sealants Footwear Here’s a small brief of the whole process constituting how precipitated silica is prepared: Precipitation. First of all, the sodium silicate solution and mineral acid is allowed to properly react with each other in an agitated vessel to further produce a slurr