Manganese Dioxide for Heat-Absorbing Architectural Glass
Short Product Description
Manganese Dioxide for Heat-Absorbing Architectural Glass is a high-purity technical grade MnO₂ powder (≥ 99.5% assay) engineered for incorporation into heat-absorbing and solar control glass formulations. This manganese dioxide grade enhances infrared absorption and thermal regulation in architectural glass, improving energy efficiency and indoor comfort for commercial and residential glazing systems.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| MnO₂ Assay (as MnO₂) | 99.5 – 99.9 | % |
| Iron (Fe) Content | ≤ 0.05 | % |
| Moisture (105 °C) | ≤ 0.20 | % |
| Particle Size (D₅₀) | 5 – 15 | µm |
| Loss on Ignition (LOI) | 45 – 47 | % |
| pH (aqueous slurry) | 6.5 – 8.0 | — |
| Heavy Metals (Pb + Cd + Cr) | ≤ 0.002 | % |
| Bulk Density | 0.8 – 1.2 | g/cm³ |
Key Features
High purity manganese dioxide (≥ 99.5% MnO₂) suitable for consistent heat-absorbing performance.
Controlled particle size distribution (5–15 µm) for uniform dispersion in glass batch and melt.
Low iron and heavy metal content minimize unwanted color or defect formation in architectural glass.
Stable chemistry with low moisture and controlled loss on ignition for predictable melt behavior.
Enhances infrared absorption and contributes to thermal regulation in heat-absorbing and solar control glass.
Consistent quality and tight specification control support repeatable manufacturing yields.
Applications
Heat-Absorbing Architectural Glass — Optimized for solar control glass to absorb and mitigate infrared heat transmission.
Energy-Efficient Commercial Glazing — Improves thermal performance in curtain walls and façade systems.
Residential Solar Control Glass — Enhances comfort and reduces cooling loads in home window applications.
Automotive Solar Control Glass — Applicable where infrared absorption and heat management are required.
Specialty Glass Additives — Suitable for technical glass formulations requiring controlled oxidizing conditions.
Packaging & Supply
Standard packaging for Manganese Dioxide for Heat-Absorbing Architectural Glass includes 25 kg lined kraft bags or 500 kg bulk bags on pallets. Packaging is moisture-resistant and suitable for oversea export. We support consolidated LCL and FCL shipments to major ports worldwide with export documentation tailored to industrial glass manufacturers.
Customization & Technical Support
Particle size distribution, surface treatment, and impurity profiles can be adjusted within industrially feasible ranges to meet specific formulation needs. Technical engineers are available to assist with product selection, glass batch integration, dispersion optimization, and process support to ensure compatibility with your heat-absorbing architectural glass production parameters.