Soda Ash – Sodium Carbonate

soda ash carbonate available in 10kg & 25kg

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Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) is a premium-grade raw chemical used widely in pottery as a high-efficiency deflocculant. It precisely controls the viscosity of casting slips without adding extra water.

  • High-Purity Formula: Ideal for professional pottery and industrial casting slips.

  • Complements Sodium Silicate: Perfect for creating stable, optimized casting slips.

  • Bulk Sizes Available: Packaged in heavy-duty 10kg containers and 25kg bags.

  • Fast UK Dispatch: In stock and ready to ship directly from Palatine Paints & Chemicals.

  • Ideal for use with Sodium Silicate when creating casting slips.

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Price range: £22.36 through £32.38

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Product Description

Premium Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) for Pottery & Industrial Use

Palatine Paints’ Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) is a high-purity, versatile raw chemical compound. Specially formulated for reliability, it is highly sought after across the pottery industry and various industrial applications.

Essential Deflocculant for Casting Slips:

The primary application of Soda Ash within the pottery industry is as an effective deflocculant. It works by reducing and precisely controlling the viscosity of clay slips. This allows the clay to be easily poured, manipulated, and cast into intricate moulds without increasing the water content—preventing excessive shrinkage or cracking during the drying process.

  • Optimized Formulation: Frequently used in combination with Sodium Silicate to create high-performance casting slips with stable, exact properties.

  • Stunning Kiln Visuals: Ideal for soda firing processes, where introducing soda ash into the kiln environment creates unique, beautiful glazed and visual effects on the finished ceramic pieces.

Product Specifications & Availability

  • Available Sizes: Heavy-duty 10kg containers and bulk 25kg bags.

  • Delivery: Fast, reliable UK dispatch. Free shipping is available on all orders over £75.00.

 

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    Preparation & Safety

    Safety Precautions: This product is an irritant (GHS07). Always wear appropriate PPE, including gloves and eye protection. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.

    Pottery Preparation: Often used in combination with Sodium Silicate to create casting slips with specific flow properties.

    Handling: If using more than one batch, intermix them before use to ensure consistency.

    Application

    Deflocculant (Pottery): Primary use is to reduce the viscosity of clay slips. This allows the clay to be poured and manipulated easily without the need to add extra water, which could weaken the slip.

    Soda Firing: Introduced into the kiln during the firing process to create unique glazed and visual effects on ceramic pieces.

    General Industrial Use: Utilized as a chemical component across various manufacturing and processing industries.

    Cleaning: Wash all application equipment thoroughly with water immediately after use.

    Pack Sizes: 5 Kg, 10 Kg, 25 Kg.

    Coverage / Drying Times

    (Based on standard conditions of 20°C)

    Surface Dry: N/A (Chemical Product)

    Hard Dry: N/A

    Overcoat: N/A. Please note, as a chemical additive, its performance depends on the specific mixture (e.g., casting slips or kiln firing).

    Theoretical Coverage: N/A (Usage rate determined by specific industrial or pottery application).

    (Coverage rate can be affected by such variables as type and condition of substrate, type of application equipment and individual method of application.)

    Thinning and Cleaning

    Thinning: N/A (Primarily used as a deflocculant to reduce viscosity in clay slips without adding water).

    Cleaning: Clean all equipment immediately after use with water.

    If using more than one batch of the same colour, intermix before use.

    Product Documents

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    Q: What is the main purpose of Palatine Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate)?
    A: In the pottery industry, it is primarily used as a deflocculant to reduce the viscosity of clay slips. This allows the clay to be easily poured and manipulated without needing to add extra water.

    Q: How is it used in “soda firing”?
    A: Soda firing is a kiln process where Soda Ash is introduced to create unique visual and glazed effects on the finished ceramic pieces.

    Q: Can it be used with other chemicals?
    A: Yes, it is often used in combination with Sodium Silicate to help create casting slips with the specific properties required for successful casting.

    Q: Is it safe to handle?
    A: The product is marked with a GHS07 warning (exclamation mark), indicating it can cause irritation. You should always wear appropriate PPE, such as gloves and eye protection, and refer to the provided SDS (Safety Data Sheet) before use.

    Q: Where can I find technical and safety documents?
    A: Both the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and TDS (Technical Data Sheet) are available for download directly from the product page.

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    soda ash carbonate available in 10kg & 25kg
    Soda Ash – Sodium Carbonate
    Price range: £22.36 through £32.38