Products

Cristobalite • GoreSil^® • CristolBrite™

Our Cristobalite, GoreSil and CristolBrite are synthesized from high purity quartz using a solid state, high heat manufacturing process that yields a consistently high conversion and a high purity. C.E.D. uses no additives (mineralizers) in the manufacture of these products.

Features

• Low Refractive Index
• Crystal Surface Terminates with Siloxane Groups
• Rounded Particle Geometry
• High mohs Hardness
• High Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
• Non-reactive, Completely Inert
• Low Oil Absorption
• Low Moisture Content

Benefits

• No Haze in Clear or Semi-transparent Coatings
• Low Sensitivity to Moisture Pick-up
• Excellent Surface for Silane Treatments
• Less Abrasive than Quartz
• Provides Coatings with High Apparent Opacity
• Very Effective as an Pigment Extender
• Excellent Abrasion, Scrub and Burnish Resistance
• Withstands Rapid or Frequent Temperature Changes
• Acid and Alkali Resistance in Formulated Products
• Performs Well in High Solid, High Viscosity Formulations
• Ideal for Moisture Sensitive Systems and Formulations

Applications and Industries Currently Served