Optical Fluorides

Calcium fluoride is the inorganic compound with the formula CaF2. It is a colourless insoluble solid. Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay guarantees uniformly high quality through the most careful selection of raw materials and extremely small manufacturing tolerances. Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay increases the comfort properties of the friction lining in the high temperature region (430 to 820°C); wear on the brake pads caused by adhesive abrasion is considerably reduced and the stability of the braking system is markedly increased Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay ensures that the friction materials have extremely high thermal stability.

Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay improves depending on the composition thermal conductivity and reduces the formation of hot spots – thus prolonging the lifetime of the brake material. Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay is environmentally compatible – for example because of its minimal heavy metal content compared to natural fluorspar minerals. This property is especially important when braking large masses and high speeds, e.g. high-speed trains or during aircraft landings

Synthetic calcium fluoride from Solvay ensures more enjoyment when driving – by a marked reduction in noise through squeak-free braking . Calcium fluoride (CaF2) is used in aluminum-metallurgy, brake lining, glass manufacturing, enamel and glazing frits production, and the production of welding agents.

Calcium fluoride is useful in the production of lenses and prisms in the application of ultraviolet and infrared wavelengths. Because it is a hard material that is stable, it results in products that are durable and resistant. In another use, synthetic calcium fluoride is used in manufacturing of break pads because it helps reduce abrasion caused by high heat and friction.

The most commonly used fluoride in toothpaste, calcium fluoride is a mineral with the chemical formula CaF2. Calcium fluoride occurs as isometric crystals in nature and is also known as fluorite. Although it is sometimes used to add fluoride to drinking water and in some dental applications, it is mostly used in steel, glass and ceramic industries.