Ball Clay

Ball clay acts as binding agent and contributes to plasticity, workability and strength a pre-fired ceramic body. Some are highly valued for their fluid and casting properties, particularly in the manufacture of sanitaryware. 

BBC Mines and Minerals have at its disposal ball clays with a range of different properties. By blending selected clays from different locations, we can provide high quality products for a range of ceramic applications.

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Key Properties:

• High plasticity;

• High unfired strength;

• Highly controlled rheological properties;

• Controlled organic content;

• Controlled residue;

• Excellent workability.

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