Powderhik
High-Performance Silica Aerogel Powder
Powderhik is a high-purity nanoporous silica aerogel powder developed for advanced insulation systems where low thermal conductivity, low density and high surface area are required.
Product Description
It is positioned as a functional aerogel powder in the Aerohik material portfolio for coatings, plasters, textiles, composites and specialist filler systems. Powderhik supports thermal insulation in insulation coatings, construction materials, advanced textiles, plastics, composites and e-mobility related formulations.
Product Details
Note: The specified values are nominal manufacturing values. Tolerances may apply depending on project specifications.
| Property | Value / Standard |
|---|---|
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) @ 10°C | ≤ 0.017 W/mK |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +800°C |
| Bulk Density | 40 - 120 kg/m³ |
| Specific Surface Area | 600 - 800 m²/g |
| Particle Size Range | Typical 10 - 100 μm; other particle sizes on request |
| Porosity | > 90% |
| Surface Behaviour | Hydrophobic / Hydrophilic (selectable) |
| Colour | White / translucent powder, depending on grade |
| Fire Behaviour | Non-combustible silica aerogel powder |
| Dispersion Compatibility | Solvent-based or water-based systems, depending on grade |
| Material Form | Silica aerogel powder |
| Packaging / Form | Powder, bulk packaging according to supply configuration |
Key Benefits
Low Conductivity Powder
Supports high-performance thermal insulation formulations with very low lambda values.
High Surface Area
600-800 m²/g specific surface area for effective functional filling.
Low Bulk Density
40-120 kg/m³ bulk density helps add insulation without major weight penalty.
Dual Grade Options
Available as hydrophobic or hydrophilic grade depending on binder system.
Broad Formulation Use
Suitable for coatings, plasters, textiles, composites and specialty filler systems.
Applications
Insulation Coatings
Thermal barrier paints and insulation coating formulations.
Thermal Barrier Paints
High-performance thermal barrier paint formulations.
Plasters & Renders
Lightweight insulating aggregate for cementitious and plaster systems.
Cementitious Systems
Aerogel powder additive for cementitious insulation compounds.
Advanced Textiles
Thermal filler for footwear, outdoor gear and technical textiles.
Footwear & Outdoor Gear
Insulating powder for high-performance footwear and outdoor equipment.
Plastics & Elastomers
Functional filler for thermoplastic and elastomer compounds.
Specialty Composites
Aerogel powder reinforcement for advanced composite formulations.
Functional Fillers
Lightweight functional filler for industrial compound systems.
Lightweight Compounds
Low-density additive for lightweight material formulations.
E-Mobility Formulations
Thermal insulation additive for battery and e-mobility systems.
Acoustic Damping Systems
Aerogel powder for acoustic damping and sound insulation formulations.
Technical Documents
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