Typical application
Very low porosity T1187 LC electrodes are used for direct melting of special glasses with very specific optical properties. Available in large size with rectangular or cylindrical cross section.
Homogenous structure enabling a uniform electrical resistivity.
Chemical and physical properties
Microstructure
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Typical chemical composition
Typical crystallographic analysis
Main phase:
- stannic oxide
Physical characteristics
| Description | International standards | British standards |
|---|---|---|
| Cold modulus of rupture | 48Mpa | 6,962psi |
| Cold crushing strength | 317Mpa | 45,977psi |
| Apparent porosity | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Typical bulk density | 6.6g/cm3 | 412pcf |
Storage
The sintered dense tin oxide, T1187 LC solution must be stored in a dry environment protected from weather conditions.