Our fused silica products are sold under the classification of FS-99 in grades A, B and C, supplied according to customer specifications and needs. Please contact Elkem specialists or sales representative, who will advise and assist you in finding the right products to solve your industrial proce...
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This line of fused silica, referred to as the FS-99 series at Elkem Silicon Products, is mainly used in refractory, ceramic & glass manufacturing, investment casting and in other special applications. Our fused silica features: Consistent chemistry, (minimal impurities, providing excellent hot stren...