Cooling water treatment chemicals are specialized formulations used to improve the efficiency and longevity of cooling systems such as cooling towers, chillers, and heat exchangers. These chemicals help control problems like scale, corrosion, microbial growth, and fouling. Heres a breakdown of the types of cooling water treatment chemicals and their typical functions:
Purpose: Prevent the formation of mineral scales (e.g., calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate).
Common Chemicals:
Phosphonates (e.g., HEDP, ATMP)
Polyacrylates or Polymaleic acids
Organophosphates
Mechanism: Disrupt crystal formation or disperse scale-forming salts.
Purpose: Protect metal surfaces (like steel, copper, or aluminum) from rust and corrosion.
Common Chemicals:
Zinc salts
Molybdates
Phosphates
Azoles (e.g., tolyltriazole for copper protection)
Mechanism: Form a protective film on the metal surface or neutralize corrosive ions.
Purpose: Control microbial growth such as bacteria, algae, and fungi that cause biofouling.
Types:
Oxidizing Biocides: Chlorine, bromine, sodium hypochlorite, chlorine dioxide.
Non-oxidizing Biocides: Isothiazolinones, glutaraldehyde, DBNPA.
Mechanism: Kill or inhibit microorganisms by disrupting cell walls or interfering with metabolism.
Purpose: Keep suspended solids, organic materials, and biofilms dispersed and prevent fouling.
Common Chemicals:
Polyacrylic dispersants
Surfactants (non-ionic or anionic types)
Purpose: Maintain optimal pH for corrosion and scale control (typically around 6.59.0 depending on system).
Common Chemicals:
Alkalinity Builders: Sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate
Acidifiers: Sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid
Purpose: Reduce or eliminate foam caused by organics or surfactants.
Common Chemicals:
Silicone-based compounds
Polyether-modified polysiloxanes
A blended formulation might contain:
1020% phosphonate (scale inhibitor)
25% tolyltriazole (corrosion inhibitor for copper)
13% non-oxidizing biocide
15% dispersant polymer
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