Natural Bitumen
GILSONITE LUMP WITH ASH PERCENTAGE BETWEEN 0-25
Gilsonite, also known as Natural Asphalt or Natural Bitumen, is a resinous hydrocarbon derived from the natural transformation of petroleum. Often referred to as natural asphalt, asphaltite, uintaite, or asphaltum, it shares similarities with hard petroleum asphalt. This natural asphalt evolves over a million years through bacterial decomposition of petroleum, resulting in reduced saturated hydrocarbons and a heavier, more viscous form known as asphalt.
As a bituminous limestone product, it combines carbonate of lime and pure natural asphalt through natural processes. Gilsonite is a native substance with variable color, hardness, and volatility, composed mainly of carbon and hydrogen, occasionally associated with mineral matter, and essentially free of gas. It is soluble in aromatic and aliphatic solvents, as well as petroleum asphalt. Its unique compatibility makes it a common choice to harden softer petroleum products.
In its natural state, Gilsonite appears as a shiny, black substance resembling obsidian. It is brittle and easily crushable into a dark brown powder. Found below the earth’s surface in vertical veins or seams, typically two to six feet wide (but occasionally up to 28 feet), Gilsonite is mined using methods similar to those employed 50 or 100 years ago. Modern miners utilize pneumatic chipping hammers and mechanical hoists to extract this valuable resource.
THE USAGE GILSONITE LUMP
Gilsonite lump with an ash percentage between 0-25 is used in various applications due to its unique properties.
SOME COMMON USES INCLUDE:
- Asphalt and Road Construction: Gilsonite is added to asphalt mixes to enhance performance. It improves the durability, flexibility, and adhesion of asphalt, making it suitable for road construction and repair.
- Drilling Fluids: In the oil and gas industry, Gilsonite is utilized in drilling fluids to control fluid loss and provide lubrication. Its unique properties make it effective in drilling applications.
- Foundry and Metal Casting: Gilsonite can be used as a binder and additive in foundry sands for metal casting. It contributes to improved casting properties and enhances the quality of metal products.
- Inks and Paints: Due to its solubility in aromatic and aliphatic solvents, Gilsonite is used in the production of inks and paints. It contributes to the formulation of high-quality coatings.
- Adhesives and Sealants: Gilsonite’s compatibility with various solvents makes it a valuable component in the production of adhesives and sealants, providing enhanced hardness and durability.
- Wood Products: In the wood industry, Gilsonite is used as a waterproof covering for wood products and as a binder in the production of medium density fiberboard (MDF).
- Steel Industry: Gilsonite serves as an additive in the steel industry, assisting in the removal of impurities from molten steel and contributing to the overall quality of steel products.
- Asphalt Modification: It is used to modify asphalt properties, improving its resistance to weathering and increasing its lifespan in various applications.
The specific application can vary based on the industry and the desired properties needed for the end product
PACKAGING OF GILSONITE LUMP
Our products are conveniently packaged in new jumbo bags, each weighing one metric ton. For added convenience, we offer palletization, shrink-wrapping, and customization based on customer preferences.
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET OF GILSONITE
Gilsonite (5-10%) Gilsonite (10-15%) Gilsonite (15-20%) Gilsonite(20-25%)
Color in Mass Black Color in mass Black Color in mass Black Color in mass Black
Color in streak or powder Brown-Black Color in streak or powder Black Color in streak or powder Black Color in streak or powder Black
Softening point 160-220 softenin point 200- 240˚C Softening point 220-260˚C Black softening point 220-260˚C
Moisture content <3 Moisture content <3 Moisture content <3 Moisture content <3
Specific gravity@ 77℉ 1.02-1.2 Specific gravity @77˚F 1.04-1.06 Specific gravity @77˚F 1.04-1.2 Specific gravity @77˚F 1.04 -1.2
Hardness (mohr’s scale) 2 Hardness (Mohr҆ s scale) 2 Hardness (Mohr҆ s scale) 2 Hardness (Mohr҆ s scale) 2
Penetration 0 Penetration 0 Penetration 0 Penetration 0
Flash point,°C, C.O.C >290 Flash point,˚C,C.O.C 280< Flash point,˚C,C.O.C 300< Flash point,˚C,C.O.C 300<
Trace elements <1 Trace elements <1 Trace elements <1 Trace elements <1
Solubility in T.C.E Wt% 70-85 Volatile matter 55-70 Solubility in T.C.E., Wt% 70-85 Solubility in T.C.E., Wt% 60-70
Solubility in CS2,Wt% 70-90 Ash 10-15 Volatile matter 60-75 Solubility in CS2,Wt% 70-80
Ash 5-10 Fixed carbon 20-35 Ash 15-20 Volatile matter 60-75
Fixed carbon 25-35 Fixed Carbone 20-35 Ash 20-25
Fixed Carbone 20-35
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