High Plastic Clay

High Plastic clay, also known as clayey soil, is a type of soil characterized by its high proportion of fine particles, primarily clay minerals. These clay minerals, including kaolinite, montmorillonite, and illite, give plastic clay its unique properties. Plastic clay has a smooth, sticky texture when moist and can be easily molded into various shapes, making it an essential material in pottery and ceramics for thousands of years.

However, plastic clay can also become hard and compact when dry, making it challenging for plant roots to penetrate and affecting soil drainage. Therefore, understanding the properties and characteristics of plastic clay is crucial for a wide range of applications, from agriculture to construction and artistry.

Key Characteritics

- Rheological stability

- Unfired strength

Application

- Ceramic Products, Refractories, Paints Industries,

- Paper Industries, Glass Industries etc.