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Hollow Ceramic Microspheres For Paints and Coatings

Cenosphere is a lightweight, inert, hollow sphere filled with inert air or gas, typically produced as a byproduct of coal combustion at thermal power plants.
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  • CENOLITE

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Hollow Ceramic Microspheres For Paints and Coatings

Hollow ceramic microspheres for paints and coatings designed to reduce coating density, improve flow and leveling, support thermal insulation, and extend film volume. This coating-oriented grade is suitable for architectural coatings, industrial paints, roof insulation coatings, putties, and surface finishing systems.


★ Paints & Coatings Grade
◆ Hollow Ceramic Structure
★ Low Density Filler
◆ Improved Flow & Leveling
★ Thermal Insulation
◆ Low Iron Grade Available
ISO 9001:2015 Certified · Batch QC · COA Available · Custom Mesh & Density Selection

What Is Hollow Ceramic Microspheres For Paints and Coatings?

▸ SEPPE hollow ceramic microspheres for paints and coatings are lightweight aluminosilicate spheres selected for coating systems that require lower density, better flow, and improved film volume efficiency.

▸ The hollow structure contributes to thermal insulation, while the smooth spherical morphology supports dispersion, leveling, sanding, and spray application.

▸ This product is suitable for general coating formulations and can be supplied with customized mesh, density, pH, and low-iron requirements according to application targets.

Key Performance Characteristics

Lower Coating Density: Hollow ceramic particles reduce film weight while maintaining coating volume.

Improved Flow & Leveling: Spherical particles reduce internal friction and support smoother application.

Thermal Insulation Function: Hollow microspheres help reduce heat transfer in roof, wall, and functional insulation coatings.

Low Iron Grade Available: Controlled iron content helps reduce color interference in white and light-colored coatings.

Formulation Flexibility: Suitable for water-borne, solvent-borne, putty, filler, texture, and protective coating systems after compatibility testing.

Hollow Microsphere Structure   Cenosphere SEM Structure

Typical Applications

▸ Architectural wall paints and decorative surface coatings

▸ Roof heat-insulation and reflective coating systems

▸ Industrial protective coatings and equipment coatings

▸ Putties, fillers, skim coats, and repair compounds

▸ Textured coatings and lightweight coating formulations

smooth coating application   surface coating application

Chemical Composition & Physical Properties

Chemical Analysis (Typical)
SiO₂ 50-60%
Al₂O₃ 25-40%
Fe₂O₃ 1-6% / low iron grade available
CaO 1-1.5%
Physical Properties
Shape Hollow spherical ceramic powder
Color Light grey to white
Recommended Use Paints, coatings, putties, and surface finishing
pH Value 7.0 ± 1.0 typical
True Density 0.70-0.90 g/cm³
Particle Size Coating mesh grade available
Iron Content Low iron grade available

Technical Documents

CENOSPHERE TDS (General) — for product introduction, customs declaration, and bidding documents.

Coating Grade Specification Sheet — particle size distribution, pH, iron content, and coating-grade controls.

Packaging & Delivery

▸ 600 kg jumbo bags — approximately 20 bags per 40' High Cube FCL (total ~24 MT), depending on grade and loading plan.

▸ Custom packaging, palletizing, and private labeling are available upon request.

▸ Store sealed in dry conditions. Reliable container shipment is available to major ports worldwide.

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cenosphere packing process reliable container shipment efficient logistics 40 High Cube FCL

FAQ

❓ What coating systems can use hollow ceramic microspheres?

▸ They can be evaluated in architectural coatings, industrial paints, thermal insulation coatings, putties, and surface finishing systems.

❓ Will it make the coating surface rough?

▸ Proper mesh selection and dosage help maintain surface smoothness. SEPPE can recommend a suitable coating grade based on film thickness and finish requirements.

❓ Does pH matter in coating formulation?

▸ Yes. Neutral pH improves compatibility with resin, pigment, and additive systems.

❓ Can it be used in white coatings?

▸ Yes. Low iron grade is available to help reduce yellowing and color interference.

❓ Can samples and coating trial support be provided?

▸ Yes. Samples, TDS, COA, and grade selection support are available for dispersion and compatibility trials.

Need Samples or Custom Specifications?

Contact SEPPE for product specifications, samples, OEM packaging, and bulk pricing.

Request a Quote

Coating Grade Cenosphere Quality Control System

SEPPE operates a fully integrated ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system for coating grade cenospheres. Every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure particle size consistency, low iron content, excellent dispersion, and compliance with coating performance requirements.


★ ISO 9001:2015 Certified
◆ Particle Size Verification
★ Low Iron Content Control
◆ Coating Performance Test
★ Full Batch Traceability
◆ Digital COA Available
Independent Laboratory Verification · On-Site Quality Audits · 24/7 Technical Support

End-to-End Quality Control Process

Our quality control system ensures every batch meets exact coating application requirements, from raw material verification to final shipment.

01
Raw Material Inspection
Verify fly ash source
Chemical composition test
Physical property screening
02
Separation & Purification
Floatation separation
Magnetic iron removal
Precision size classification
03
In-Process Testing
Real-time density monitoring
Particle size analysis
Iron content check

04

Final Batch Inspection
Particle size verification
Iron content verification
Coating performance test
05
Packaging & Shipment
Package integrity check
Batch labeling verification
Container loading supervision

Coating Grade (CENOLITE 910) Testing Standards

Test Parameter Test Method Specification Frequency
Particle Size Distribution ISO 13320:2009 (Laser Diffraction) D50=45-60μm, D98=105-140μm Every Batch
pH Value ISO 787-9 (10% Aqueous Suspension) 7.0 ± 1.0 Every Batch
Iron Content (Fe₂O₃) X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) < 6% Every Batch
True Density ISO 787-10 (Pycnometer) 0.70-0.90 g/cm³ Every Batch
Moisture Content ISO 787-2 (105°C, 2h) ≤ 0.3% Every Batch
Chemical Composition X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) SiO₂ 55-65%, Al₂O₃ 27-33% Every 3 Batches
Dispersion Test High-Speed Mixing + Hegman Gauge No agglomeration, uniform dispersion Monthly

Core Testing Equipment

Our lab is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments for coating-grade cenospheres:

• Laser Particle Size Analyzer – ensures narrow PSD for smooth coatings

• XRF Spectrometer – controls iron content and chemical consistency

• Hegman Gauge – evaluates pigment and filler dispersion quality

• High-Speed Disperser – simulates paint production conditions

• Moisture Analyzer – accurate moisture content determination

 Hydraulic Pressure Tester    Digital Density Analyzer   Hydraulic Pressure Tester

Quality Assurance & Traceability

▸Every batch of CENOLITE 910 is verified for the following critical parameters:

Particle size distribution – laser diffraction per ISO 13320 ensures D50=45-60μm, D98=105-140μm for optimal film smoothness and packing.

Iron content (Fe₂O₃) – controlled below 6% via XRF to maintain low color interference and high brightness in light-toned paints.

pH stability – 10% aqueous suspension tested per ISO 787-9, maintained at 7.0 ± 1.0 to ensure resin and additive compatibility.

Density consistency – true density checked per ISO 787-10 (0.70-0.90 g/cm³) to guarantee predictable loading and lightweight performance.

Dispersion performance – high-speed mixing and Hegman gauge test confirm no agglomeration, ensuring uniform incorporation in paint systems.

Download Technical Documents

• For initial introduction and bidding documents
• Detailed particle size distribution, pH, and iron content

FAQ – Coating Grade Cenospheres

❓ What is the typical particle size range for CENOLITE 910?

▸ D50 = 45-60 μm, D98 = 105-140 μm, optimized for thin-film and industrial coatings.

❓ Why is iron content important for coating applications?

▸ Low iron (≤6%) ensures lighter color and better opacity, especially for white or light-colored paints and primers.

❓ Do you test dispersion performance?

▸ Yes, every batch is tested with high-speed mixing and Hegman gauge to ensure no agglomeration and uniform dispersion in paint systems.

❓ Can you provide a COA with every shipment?

▸ Yes, each shipment includes a digital Certificate of Analysis with batch-specific test results.

❓ Can you customize particle size for a specific coating resin?

▸ Yes, we offer custom cuts (e.g., D50=30-40μm for high-gloss finishes) upon request.

Need Custom Coating Grade Specifications?

Contact our coating specialists to discuss custom PSD, iron content targets, or to request batch samples for your formulation.

Contact Coating Team