Sodium Polyacrylate
Oilfield & Process Chemicals
Product Code / SKU:
RXSOL-81-8132-025It is a Low /Medium Molecular weight sodium Polyacrylate Copolymer used to Reduce Fluid loss in Fresh water and Sea Water mud systems
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Bulk & custom packaging (20L, 25L, 210L, IBC)
Certificate of Analysis (COA) & MSDS available
Product Overview
Sodium Polyacrylate Thinner is a Low /Medium Molecular weight sodium Polyacrylate Copolymer used to Reduce Fluid loss in Fresh water and Sea Water mud systems. It is not subject to bacterial Degradation and can function in High temperature environments.
Technical Specifications
Sodium Polyacrylate we supply is a 40% solution and is mainly used in the construction industry and paint industry. In construction, it is used as a replacement in Sodium Naphthalene Formaldehyde. It is also used as an additive in PCE-based admixture formulation and to adjust pH in PCE manufacturing.
Application & Dosage
Application Instructions
Advantages :
- Main Function is to Reduce filtration Loss.
- It also Helps in Shale stabilization and improves filter cake Quality.
- It is not subject to Bacterial Degradation.
- It functions Effectively at high temperatures.
Recommended Dosage
Pysical and Chemical Properties :
| Appearance/Odor | White Granular Powder, no odor |
| pH | 5.5 – 6.5 (1% in water) |
| Vapor Pressure | < 10 mm Hg |
| Vapor Density | NE |
| Melting Point | > 390 ºF |
| Freezing Point | NA |
| Boiling Point | NA |
| Solubility in Water | Insoluble |
| Evaporation Rate (%) | < 1.0 |
| Specific Gravity |
0.4 – 0.7 g/ml |
Handling, Storage & Safety
Uses of Sodium Polyacrylate
Agriculture:
In agriculture, sodium polyacrylate is utilized as a soil conditioner and water retention agent. It can improve water absorption and retention, reducing irrigation frequency when mix with soil. It can be especially beneficial in arid regions or areas with irregular rainfall patterns. The polymer’s water-holding capacity helps plants access water more effectively, promoting better growth and crop yield.
Water Treatment:
Sodium polyacrylate plays a role in water treatment processes. Its water-absorbing properties make it effective in coagulating and flocculating suspended particles in water. It aids in the clarification and separation of impurities, contributing to the purification of water in various industrial and municipal applications.
Paint Industry
Sodium Polyacrylate is essential to the paint industry, especially when making paints that are water-based due to its powerful water absorption nature and superb paint dispersant that breaks down pigment and filler clusters to ensure consistent colour and texture in the paint. Because of its durability, paint quality is maintained over time and pigment settling is avoided. By giving control over viscosity and flow behaviour, this polyacrylate dispersant also improves paint performance and ensures uniform coverage and simplicity of application. This solution offers good extender pigment dispersion and can be used up to 0.3-0.4% in paint formulations.
Sodium polyacrylate is a versatile polymer with exceptional water-absorbing properties, finding applications in diverse industries. Its ability to efficiently absorb and retain water has made it valuable in personal care products, agriculture, medical applications, food processing, water treatment, and various industrial processes.
RXSOL CHEMICAL is popular as manufacturers in specialty chemicals, specializing in the production of high-quality sodium polyacrylate.
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