Certification:
ISO
Application:
Chemical, Construction, Ceramic, Glass
Hardness:
7
pH Value:
7.72
Minimum order/Ton
10000Ton (Min. Order)
Samples:
US$ 5/kg 1 kg(Min.Order)
Product Description
Silica Sand 0-1000 micron
Silica sand in the 0-1000 micron size range consists of fine to very fine particles, with most of them falling between 1 millimeter (1000 microns) and 0.001 millimeters (1 micron) in diameter. This range of silica sand is highly versatile and is used in various industries and applications. Here’s a description of silica sand in the 0-1000 micron size range:
- Particle Size Range: Silica sand in this size range is characterized by its fine particle size, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require fine-grained materials.
- Purity: High-quality silica sand in this size range is typically composed of at least 95% silicon dioxide (SiO2), ensuring a high degree of purity.
- Color and Texture: Silica sand in this size range is usually light-colored, often white or light beige, and has a fine, granular texture. It feels smooth to the touch and can flow like a fluid when handled.
- Chemical Composition: The primary chemical component of silica sand is silicon dioxide (SiO2), which imparts chemical stability and resistance to most chemicals and environmental factors.
- Industrial Uses:
- Glass Manufacturing: This fine silica sand is a crucial raw material in the glass industry, contributing to the clarity, transparency, and strength of glass products.
- Ceramics and Pottery: It is used in ceramics and pottery production to provide structure and stability to clay bodies and glazes.
- Precision Casting: Fine silica sand is employed in precision casting processes, such as investment casting, where intricate details and high surface finish are required.
- Electronics Industry: It can be used in the electronics industry for manufacturing silicon wafers for semiconductors.
- Paints and Coatings: As a filler, fine silica sand is added to paints and coatings to enhance texture, durability, and rheological properties.
- Filtration: Silica sand in this size range is commonly used as a filter medium in various applications, including:
- Water Filtration: Silica sand is used in water treatment plants to remove impurities and particles from drinking water and industrial wastewater.
- Swimming Pool Filtration: It is utilized in pool filters to trap and remove debris and contaminants from pool water.
- Aquarium Filtration: Fine silica sand is used in aquarium filters to provide effective mechanical filtration.
- Sandblasting: Fine silica sand can be used in sandblasting applications for surface preparation and cleaning, especially when a smoother finish is desired.
- Mold Making: In some mold-making applications, particularly those requiring fine details and a smooth surface finish, this fine silica sand can be used as a mold material.
- Construction Materials: It is used as a filler in various construction materials, such as grouts and cement-based products, to improve texture and workability.
- Agriculture: In agriculture, fine silica sand can be used in soil mixtures to improve soil structure, aeration, and drainage.
The specific applications of silica sand in the 0-1000 micron size range are extensive, and its fine particle size makes it valuable in industries and processes that require precision, smoothness, and consistency.

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“MEREN” is a Jordanian company located in Aqaba , 65km away from Aqaba port with a concession area of 12 square km at Ras Al-Naqab (Al-Humimmah Village).
“MEREN” is a Leading company in extracting silica sand and is considered one of the world’s best-known source for high quality silica sand and quartz, with a minimal negative impact on the environment.
“MEREN Co” is leading the mining of Glassy white and red silica sand of various product specifications up to 99.6% purity and of different particle sizes.
The job is done with solid competence, experience and technical know-how of mining, as processing and development of silica sand in Jordan started since 2007.
Moreover, “MEREN” has a private multi-industry free zone area incorporated with the headquarter in Amman.