Aluminum Trihydrate (ATH)

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Aluminum trihydrate or aluminum hydroxide is a filler, extender, and bodying agent in oil- and water-borne paint that does not greatly affect the color of the paint. This is an 8-micron median particle size extender that is a bright white powder.

Aluminum trihydrate (also known as aluminum hydrate, alumina hydrate, aluminum hydroxide, or ATH) is a filler, extender pigment, and bodying agent in oil- and water-borne paint that does not greatly affect the color of the paint. This is an 8-micron median particle size extender that is a white to tan colored powder and can be added to paint to impart transparency to the paint film.

Alumina trihydrate (AI2O3•3H2O) is the most widely used flame retardant in commercial coatings due to its versatility and low cost. It can be used in a wide range of paint binders at processing temperatures below 220°C. ATH is non-toxic, halogen-free, chemically inert, and has low abrasiveness. Additional benefits are acid resistance and smoke suppression. At about 220°C, ATH begins to decompose endothermically releasing approximately 35% of its weight as water vapor.

AI2O3•3H2O + HEAT —–> AI2O3 + 3 H2O

Alumina trihydrate acts as a heat sink thereby retarding pyrolysis and reducing the burning rate. The water vapor released has an added effect of diluting combustion gases and toxic fumes.

Specifications
Physical Properties
Median Particle Size8 microns
Sieve Residue >45 microns (+325 mesh)0.15%
Brightness, L91
Specific Gravity2.42 g/cm3
Oil Absorption19 mL/100g 
Bulk Density, Loose50 lbs./ft3
Bulk Density, Packed70 lbs./ft3
pH8
Chemical Analysis (Typical)
Al(OH)399.5%
Na2O0.30%
SiO20.005–0.02%
Fe2O30.009–0.02%
Free Moisture0.25%

The information herein is believed to be correct and reliable; however, no warranty is given concerning the accuracy of the data, merchantability, or fitness for a particular use.

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SKU510-11ATH
BrandRublev Colours
VendorNatural Pigments
Processing TimeUsually ships the next business day.
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