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What is an indicating desiccant?
Indicating Desiccators are small refillable tubular desiccators designed primarily for the absorption of moisture in small containers. Each type of Indicating Desiccator (DA01-DA04) incorporates a Humidity Indicator card.
What is bulk silica?
Silica gel can be used to protect your valuables against moisture related damage by substantially lowering humidity within sealed spaces, and preventing the formation of mold, mildew and rust.
What color indicates dry desiccator beads?
Orange Indicating Silica Gel This silica gel appears orange/yellow in color when dry and green after the desiccant becomes saturated with moisture to about 15% by weight. In addition, Orange Silica Gel is a non-toxic, pollution-free desiccant that will meet the needs of environmentally-conscious companies.
How can you tell if desiccant is still good?
If it never reaches the desired dew point or doesn’t hold it for long, then it’s probably time to change the desiccant. Pull the desiccant beads out and squish them between your fingers. If they are very brittle and crumble upon doing so, they’re bad and need to be replaced.
What are indicating silica gel used for?
Indicating silica gel helps the users to quickly determine whether the desiccant needs to be replaced or recharged. It provides a rapid detection method by changing color as it absorbs moisture and eventually saturates. This is mainly used in absorbing moisture from gas and air.
Can you buy silica in bulk?
If you need silica gel for commercial purposes, don’t bother with local hardware stores or supermarkets. You should go directly to a desiccant distributor; they’ll offer the best price for bulk quantities. Whether you have a small online shop or a huge industrial factory, they are your best bet.
What are good desiccants?
Clay is a good basic desiccant that works satisfactorily below 120°F (approximately 50°C). Above 120° F, there is a possibility that the clay will give up moisture rather than pulling it in, so anticipated storage and transportation conditions should be considered.
What is self indicating silica gel?
Self indicating silica gel is a desiccant that protects sensitive equipment from high humidity and condensation.