
LIQUID SODIUM SILICATE
SiO2/Na2O | Appearance(25℃) | Baume degree | iron content(%) | Water insoluble matter,% | SiO2+Na2O(%) | Package |
1.80-2.00 | Colorless or slightly colored,transparent or translucent viscous liquid | 34.0-36.0 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.1 | ≥31.0 | 200KG drum |
2.20-2.39 | 38.0-40.0 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.1 | ≥33.0 | ||
2.40-2.60 | 38.0-40.0 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.1 | ≥33.0 |
Performance and application
Liquid Sodium Silicate, also known as water glass, is a versatile chemical compound with the formula Na2SiO3. It is an aqueous solution of sodium oxide (Na2O) and silica (SiO2), forming a viscous, colorless to slightly greenish liquid. Its unique properties, such as high alkalinity, adhesive strength, and thermal stability, make it valuable across numerous industrial applications.
Key Properties:
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy, viscous liquid.
Chemical Composition: Primarily composed of sodium oxide (Na2O) and silica (SiO2) in varying ratios.
Alkalinity: Highly alkaline with a pH typically ranging from 11 to 13.
Solubility: Completely soluble in water, forming a strongly alkaline solution.
Adhesive and Binding: Acts as a strong adhesive and binding agent due to its ability to form a hard, glassy layer upon drying.
Heat Resistance: Offers good thermal stability, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.Detergents and Cleaning Agents:
Used in laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and industrial cleaners for its ability to soften water, disperse soil, and stabilize other components.
Construction:
Acts as a bonding agent in cements, mortars, and concrete to improve durability and water resistance.
Used for soil stabilization and as a sealant to reduce dust in roads and construction sites.
Pulp and Paper Industry:
Employed in the paper manufacturing process as a buffering agent, defoamer, and adhesive.
Helps to improve the strength and durability of paper products.
Textile Processing:
Utilized as a buffering agent and to enhance the effectiveness of dyes and bleaches in textile treatments.
Foundry and Casting:
Serves as a binder in sand casting molds and cores, offering good binding strength and thermal resistance.
Adhesives and Coatings:
Used in the formulation of adhesives, sealants, and coatings due to its excellent adhesive properties and resistance to heat and chemicals.
Water Treatment:
Helps in water treatment processes as a flocculant and to control the pH and corrosion in water systems.
Packaging and storage
(N.W.) 200kg per plastic drum.This product need store in cool ventilated and dry place,keep away from sunshine and rain.
Shelf life:With proper packing and storage,guarantee period is 1 year.