AIRG-9050M is a balanced-grade hydrophobic silica aerogel powder with a D90 particle size of 40–50 μm, designed for coatings, polymer composites and lightweight filler formulations.
AIRG-9050M is a hydrophobic silica aerogel powder and balanced particle size grade within the AIRG aerogel powder series, developed for use as a high-performance thermal insulation additive in coating formulations, composite materials, lightweight fillers and insulation systems.
Featuring a highly porous nanoporous structure and thermal conductivity below 0.018 W/(m·K), AIRG-9050M helps reduce heat transfer while maintaining low density, high porosity and excellent hydrophobic performance.
With a D90 particle size range of 40–50 μm, AIRG-9050M provides a balanced combination of dispersion behavior, processing efficiency and aerogel loading capability. This balanced profile makes it suitable for a broad range of thermal insulation formulations and material systems.
The product is particularly suitable for applications where thermal efficiency, formulation stability and manufacturing efficiency must be optimized simultaneously.
Modern thermal insulation formulations often require more than ultra-low thermal conductivity alone. Ease of dispersion, processability and formulation consistency are equally important for achieving reliable product performance.
AIRG-9050M is engineered to provide a practical balance between these requirements. Compared with finer aerogel powder grades, it can support higher aerogel loading levels and improved handling characteristics. Compared with coarser grades, it generally offers better dispersion behavior and more uniform distribution within formulation systems.
This balanced performance profile makes AIRG-9050M a versatile choice for formulators seeking insulation performance without sacrificing production efficiency.
AIRG-9050M occupies a balanced position within the AIRG hydrophobic silica aerogel powder series. Its particle size distribution is designed to bridge the gap between fine-grade dispersion performance and coarse-grade filling efficiency.
Key characteristics include:
▸Balanced particle size distribution
▸Reliable dispersion behavior
▸Efficient aerogel loading capability
▸Broad formulation adaptability
▸Consistent processing performance
▸Stable insulation efficiency
These characteristics make AIRG-9050M suitable for manufacturers looking for a practical compromise between fine-particle processability and coarse-particle filling efficiency.
AIRG-9050M is designed to balance dispersion performance, processability and loading efficiency within the AIRG hydrophobic silica aerogel powder product family.
| Grade | Typical Position |
|---|---|
| AIRG-9010M | Ultra Fine Grade |
| AIRG-9015M | Fine Grade |
| AIRG-9030M | General Purpose Grade |
| AIRG-9050M | Balanced Grade |
| AIRG-9080M | High Loading Grade |
Compared with finer grades, AIRG-9050M can support higher aerogel loading levels and improved handling characteristics. Compared with coarser grades, it offers enhanced formulation flexibility and more balanced processing behavior.
The nanoporous silica aerogel structure significantly suppresses heat transfer and helps maintain thermal conductivity below 0.018 W/(m·K), contributing to effective thermal insulation performance.
Hydrophobic surface modification provides moisture resistance and helps reduce moisture sensitivity, supporting the retention of thermal insulation properties under humid operating conditions.
The D90 particle size range of 40–50 μm provides an effective balance between dispersion efficiency and aerogel loading capability across a broad range of formulation systems.
AIRG-9050M can support more uniform distribution within coating, composite and insulation formulations, contributing to improved formulation consistency and processing reliability.
The low density of aerogel helps reduce overall formulation weight while maintaining effective thermal insulation performance.
AIRG-9050M may be evaluated in a wide range of insulation and lightweight material formulations, including:
▸Water-based insulation coating formulations
▸Solvent-based insulation coating formulations
▸Polymer composite formulations
▸Lightweight filler systems
▸Gypsum-based formulations
▸Cement-based formulations
▸Industrial insulation formulations
▸Thermal barrier material formulations
Application performance should be verified through formulation development and testing.
Store the product in sealed original packaging in a cool, dry and well-ventilated environment. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture, contamination and direct sunlight.
Due to its lightweight nature, aerogel powder may generate airborne dust during handling. Appropriate personal protective equipment should be used according to applicable safety requirements and product safety documentation.
Dispersion procedures should be optimized according to the formulation system and processing requirements. Excessive shear is generally not recommended, as it may affect the aerogel structure and insulation performance.
Controlled mixing conditions can help achieve more consistent dispersion while preserving aerogel properties.
