jhonn
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calcium chlorate
Can calcium chlorate be prepared the same way as sodium chlorate(electrolysis)? It has a better oxygen content than potassium chlorate, but i don't
know if it can be prepared that way. Also, i don't know if this salt is hygroscopic, or safe to use in pyrotechnics. Any information about this salt
will be appreciated.
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hissingnoise
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Calcium chlorate is deliquescent, making it very awkward for use in pyrotechnics . . .
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Quote: Originally posted by jhonn  | | Can calcium chlorate be prepared the same way as sodium chlorate(electrolysis)? It has a better oxygen content than potassium chlorate, but i don't
know if it can be prepared that way. Also, i don't know if this salt is hygroscopic, or safe to use in pyrotechnics. Any information about this salt
will be appreciated. |
I'm no pyroguy but a birdie told me chlorates are generally 'out' for pyrotechnics (flash powder/shock sensitivity of chlorate containing pyromixes)
and that perchlorate is much preferred for that reason.
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Xenoid
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Check out dann2's site here;
http://www.oxidizing.110mb.com/chlorate/calcium.html
The main problem (apparently) is the build-up of Ca(OH)2 (lime) on the cathode.
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CHLORATES AND PERCHLORATES
THEIR MANUFACTURE, PROPERTIES AND USES
Department of Chemistry and Chemial Engineering
Southwest Research Institute
http://www.dtic.mil/dtic/tr/fulltext/u2/242192.pdf
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Production of calcium chlorate
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Purifying calcium chlorate
US1949204
Manufacture of calcium chlorate
US1887809
Manufacture of basic calcium chlorate
GB601928
Preparation of solutions of calcium chlorate poor in chloride
GB615438
Improved Means for Effecting the Absorption of Chlorine Gas applicable in the Manufacture of Chlorates and Bleaching Liquor.
GB189620068
On some recent improvments in industrial chemical processes
Journal of the Society of Chemical Industry
Volume 1, Issue 2, pages 39–49, February 1882
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Brain&Force
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Wouldn't it also contaminate the flame color as well?
For pyro mixtures potassium chlorate is your best option (it has really weak emissions and is very easy to color). woelen's site also has some stuff
with cesium chlorate.
At the end of the day, simulating atoms doesn't beat working with the real things...
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