RS PRO Silica Gel, Silica Gel, 0.5 g

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RS Stock No.:
388-8415
Distrelec Article No.:
304-07-047
Brand:
RS PRO
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Brand

RS PRO

Sub Type

Silica Gel

Product Type

Silica Gel

Desiccant Mass

0.5g

Material

Silica Gel

Reactivation Temperature

160°C

Standards/Approvals

RoHS, BS 2540

RS PRO , Silica Gel 500 sachets 0,5g


RS PRO Indicating Silica Gel Desiccant


RS PRO Silica gel supplied in small packs that change colour from yellow to green to indicate the presence of moisture. These sachets have been designed specifically for the electronics industry and provide both moisture and electrostatic protection. The material is designed to absorb moisture from air, gases and liquids to prevent the relative humidity (RH) rising to a point when corrosion, fungal growth and optical smearing will occur.

Humidity indicating desiccators are hygroscopic (tendency to absorb moisture from the air) substances that protect against dampness, corrosion and contamination. The material is inert to most chemicals and therefore will not induce corrosion.

Can be used in packaging and transportation of electrical, electronic and mechanical components, communication equipment, adjacent to metallic structures, cable joints and hygroscopic powders.

RS PRO silica gel desiccant is an essential component for any device or equipment susceptible to moisture attack and ideal for a range of packaging requirements.

Available in the following sizes:

  • 0.5g - 500 sachets (Stock no 388-8415)

  • 2g – 250 sachets (Stock no 388-8421)

  • 5g – 100 sachets (Stock no 388-8437)

    • Features and Benefits:


    Indicating gel – colour changes when it has absorbed the maximum moisture

    High absorption capacity - controls humidity levels within small containers

    Conforms to BS2540

    Easy to regenerate

    Retains characteristics of a dry product even when saturated with water vapour

    Ease of use in sachet form and range of 3 sizes

    Chemical inert and non-toxic

    Reactivation Temperature: 100-160°C

    Absorptive Capacity @ 25°C 50% RH: 27% min

    Typical Applications


    Humidity indicating desiccants have found widespread use in various industries including:

    Food

    Packing

    Pharmaceuticals

    Manufacturing

    Radar instrumentation

    Hydraulic systems

    Metals

    Aerospace

    Electronics

    FAQs

    What is humidity indicating desiccants used for?

    Can be used to protect goods in containers against moisture damage.

    How much Silica Gel do I need to use?

    There are various factors to consider when calculating the necessary amount of Silica Gel. Please click on the Installation Instruction manual for more details.

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