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Water Treatment

Ty-Ion B20

Ty-Ion B20 is a liquid nitrite-borax corrosion inhibitor and dispersant for closed recirculating systems. It combines corrosion inhibitors, a unique copolymer dispersant, and a color indicator into a complete treatment for both hot and chilled water closed systems containing ferrous and non-ferrous metal components. The color indicator facilitates leak detection and proper treatment residuals.

Application

Ty-Ion B20 controls corrosion by producing a protective passivating film on all exposed metal surfaces through a synergistic combination of sodium nitrite and borax, plus organic inhibitors. In addition, it's copolymer dispersant inhibits deposit formation through its dispersing capability.

The unique color indicator in Ty-Ion B20 is extremely useful in locating any existing leaks in closed systems, to quickly determine if the systems are properly treated and also to determine if the pH has dropped in the system because of bacterial infestation.

Features

• Inhibits corrosion and helps prevent corrosion deposits in multi-metal systems.
• Chromate-free for longer life of mechanical seals and easier disposal.
• Effective at both high and low operating temperatures.
• Helps disperse suspended solids with a unique copolymer dispersant.
• Contains a novel color indicator that is pH sensitive, facilitating leak detection and treatment level.
• Compatible with typical antifreezes such as glycol.

Physical Properties

• Form: Liquid, red in color
• pH 1% solution: 10.7
• Pounds/Gallon: 10.2
• Chromate Free: Yes
• Solubility: Complete

Directions for Use

For best results, it is recommended that both chilled water systems and hot water heating systems be charged with one gallon of Ty-Ion B20 per 100 gallons of system water, or 800-1000 ppm mg/L as nitrite. Additional product should be considered for closed hot water systems as they can be more prone to corrosive attack. As much as 1 gallon per 50 gallons water of Ty-Ion B20 should be considered, particularly where the temperature exceeds 185F. Periodically, at least once per month, the treatment residual should be checked; the residual should always be at least 800-1000 ppm (mg/L) as nitrite (NaNO2), and up to 1600-2000 ppm (mg/L) in hot water systems where more B20 is required. Proceed as follows:

1. Drain and flush the system or remove all suspended matter, treatment, etc. If it is a new system, or even in an existing system, it is preferable to pre-clean the system with an appropriate alkaline cleaner. Automatic dishwashing detergents that are commercially available are suitable for this purpose as they are effective in removing a variety of materials known to foul closed systems without foaming. Use them at the rate of 1 pound per 100 gallons of system volume. The system should be recirculated for 24-48 hours before flushing and refilling.
2. If the system is not new and has never been treated, corrosion has undoubtedly taken place and resulting corrosion products should be cleaned. This can be done with the treatment product itself. Charge the system with 2-3 gallons of Ty-Ion B20 for every 100 gallons of system water and circulate for several weeks. This additional B20 will emulsify and dissolve those deposits. At that time, the system can be drained, flushed and charged with 1 gallon of B20 for every 100 gallons of water.
3. Add the required amount of Ty-Ion B20 through a No. 44 Pot Feeder or other by-pass Feeder. Or, use the portable Silver King Pump to inject the treatment directly into the system.

Packaging

Product Literature Downloads:

MSDS Information
Ty-Ion B20 - Product Bulletin
Corrosion in Closed Systems
Simple Treat - Water Treatment Program

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