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​WHAT IS COPPER SLAG?

Copper slag is a by-product created during the copper smelting and refining process. As refineries draw metal out of copper ore, they produce a large volume of non-metallic dust, soot, and rock. Collectively, these materials make up slag, which can be used for a surprising number of applications in the building and industrial fields.

(Excerpted from wiseGEEK)



Air-cooled copper slags have a black color and glassy* appearance. As a general rule, the specific gravity will vary with iron content...The unit weight of copper slag is somewhat higher than that of conventional aggregate.

(Excerpted from Publication Number: FHWA-RD-97-148)

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​​* Please note that this glassy appearance results when the slag has been granulated with water. SHARPSHOT® gets its unique qualities by being ambient (air) cooled, and is dull - not glassy.

For ARTICLES on some of the applications for which copper slag is an ideal choice, and for specific details about SHARPSHOT® copper slag, refer to the SHARPSHOT® Technical Data Page in our
LIBRARY.

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SHARPSHOT®
12x30 (Coarse)



Heavy duty size for the removal of layers of old paint and rust from ships, bridges, tanks, etc. This coarse sizing typically - with properly working equipment - produces a 4.5-5.5 mil profile.

SHARPSHOT®
20x50 (Medium)



Medium size for general purpose blasting jobs. This medium sizing typically - with properly working equipment - produces a 3.5-4.0 mil profile.This is also the preferred size for underwater waterjet cutting applications.

SHARPSHOT®
30x60 (Fine)



Fine grade size for lightly corroded coatings and new steel. This fine sizing typically - with proper;y working equipment  - produces a profile of less than 2.0 - 3.0 mil.

SHARPSHOT®
40x120 (Extra Fine
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An extra fine grade abrasive for use on carpet, plastic and wood. This is product often used for antique restoration and cars. This fine sizing typically - with properly working equipment -produces a profile of less than 1.5 mil.

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GSF (Filler)

SHARPSHOT®
CGSF (Filler)

MR&R's  SHARPSHOT® GSF (Ground Slag Fines) and CGSF (Classified Ground Slag Fines)  fillers (photos: above) and aggregates are quickly becoming the industry standard for the full range of asphalt road projects: sealcoating; slurry seals;  chip sealing; Type I; Type II; and Type !!! aggregates.

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