BORAX
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Borax
Borax Decca-hydrate is an important multifunctional source of B2O3 (frits), particularly for processes in which the simultaneous presence of sodium is beneficial. Borax, also known as sodium borate, sodium tetraborate, or disodium tetraborate, is an important boron compound, a mineral, and a salt of boric acid. Powdered borax is white, consisting of soft colourless crystals that dissolve easily in water.
The solubility of borax normally disqualifies it for use in clay bodies and glazes (since during drying it will come to the surface with the water and be concentrated there). Actually, this phenomenon can be used to advantage to make self-glazing products like Egyptian Paste and it can produce a hardened surface in non-fired products. Borax can be employed in a traditional ceramic slip or glaze blend as a low-cost superflux to produce a glaze or slip for low temperatures.
Borax Decca-hydrate is an important multifunctional source of B2O3 (frits), particularly for processes in which the simultaneous presence of sodium is beneficial. Borax, also known as sodium borate, sodium tetraborate, or disodium tetraborate, is an important boron compound, a mineral, and a salt of boric acid. Powdered borax is white, consisting of soft colourless crystals that dissolve easily in water.
The solubility of borax normally disqualifies it for use in clay bodies and glazes (since during drying it will come to the surface with the water and be concentrated there). Actually, this phenomenon can be used to advantage to make self-glazing products like Egyptian Paste and it can produce a hardened surface in non-fired products. Borax can be employed in a traditional ceramic slip or glaze blend as a low-cost superflux to produce a glaze or slip for low temperatures.