Silicate
Reagent for SYCON SiO2
Private customers can also find our range in our partner store Ampha-Analyse.
Reagent for Silicate:
See also:
Reagent silicate
What is silicate measured for?
Silicate (SiO₂) is a dissolved ingredient that occurs in almost all natural waters. Monitoring the silicate concentration is particularly important in the following areas:
- Power plants and steam generation: At high temperatures and pressures, silicate forms extremely hard, glass-like deposits on turbine blades and in steam pipes. These deposits are almost impossible to remove and lead to considerable efficiency losses.
- Boiler feed water: Even low silicate concentrations can cause damage in the high-pressure range. Typical limit values are in the range of a few µg/l.
- Reverse osmosis systems: Silicate can irreversibly foul membranes (silica fouling). Monitoring the permeate protects against costly membrane damage.
- Mixed bed ion exchanger: Control of the exchange capacity – silicate is often one of the first parameters to break through during depletion.
How does the Reagent work?
The silicate Reagents consist of a reagent set with several components for fully automatic silicate determination with the SYCON SiO₂ analyzer. The device automatically takes a water sample, adds the reagents in the correct order and quantity and measures the coloration photometrically.
Two measuring ranges are available: Low Range (0.02-10 mg/l) for the trace range and High Range (10-150 mg/l) for higher concentrations.
Advantages of silicate Reagents
- Two measuring ranges: Low Range (0.02-10 mg/l) and High Range (10-150 mg/l)
Covered from trace levels to high concentrations
- Fully automatic measurement with the SYCON SiO₂
Continuous 24/7 monitoring of critical processes
- Reagent sets with coordinated components
Optimal reaction conditions for precise results
- High-quality raw materials and our own recipe
Manufactured by RLS Wacon – Made in Germany
- Single batch calibration
Consistently high precision with every delivery
- 24 months shelf life
Cost-efficient stockpiling
Areas of application
Changing reagents on the device
Several reagents are required for the silicate measurement. All bottles are connected to the SYCON SiO₂ at the same time. Only use bottles with a capacity of 500 ml.
Procedure
- Deactivate automatic mode on the device.
- Loosen the screw caps on the bottles and insert new reagent bottles – absorb any drips.
- Flush the measuring chamber (menu > Service > Manual flushing).
- Pump the Reagent into the measuring chamber (menu > Service > Pump Reagent) until all reagents arrive bubble-free. Confirm with [OK].
- Indication of whether full bottles have been inserted (fill level indicator).
- Rinse the measuring chamber again and test the analysis procedure by starting an analysis.
- Activate automatic mode again.
Important notes
- Check the expiration date on the bottles before use – only use reagents that have not exceeded their expiry date.
- When switching between Low Range and High Range, the device must be reconfigured accordingly.
- Low Range requires 3 reagents (A, B, C), High Range only 2 (B, C).
- If you have any questions about the configuration, please contact our technical support.
Measuring range
| Reagent | Measuring range (mg/l SiO₂) | Item no. (set) | Composition (4-pack) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Range | 0,02 – 10 | 32-010100 | 2x A, 1x B, 1x C |
| High Range | 10 – 150 | 32-010110 | 2x B, 2x C |
Low Range requires reagents A, B and C. High Range requires reagent B and C only. Single bottles: A = 32-010101, B = 32-010102, C = 32-010103.
What to do if measured values are out of range?
Measured value > 10 mg/l (when using Low Range)
Change to the High Range reagent set for the extended measuring range up to 150 mg/l. The device must be reconfigured accordingly.
Measured value < 10 mg/l (when using High Range)
Change to the Low Range reagent set for more precise measurements in the trace range.
Specifications at a glance
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Parameters | Silicate (SiO₂) |
| Method | Colorimetric (photometric evaluation) |
| Measuring principle | Fully automatic multi-reagent dosing and color measurement |
| Unit | mg/l SiO₂ |
| Measuring range Low Range | 0.02 – 10 mg/l |
| Measuring range High Range | 10 – 150 mg/l |
| Number of reagents | LR: 3 (A, B, C) / HR: 2 (B, C) |
| Container size | 500 ml single bottles |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
| Manufacturer | RLS Wacon analytics GmbH, Hildesheim |
Scope of delivery of the sets
| set | Item no. | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Low Range Set | 32-010100 | 2× reagent A (500 ml), 1× reagent B (500 ml), 1× reagent C (500 ml) |
| High Range Set | 32-010110 | 2× reagent B (500 ml), 2× reagent C (500 ml) |
Single bottles
| Reagent | Item no. | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Reagent A | 32-010101 | 500 ml |
| Reagent B | 32-010102 | 500 ml |
| Reagent C | 32-010103 | 500 ml |
Compatible devices
| Device | Operating mode | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SYCON SiO₂ | Measuring range | Active |
Storage conditions
Store in a cool, dry and dark place. Do not freeze. Protect from direct sunlight.
Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture (see label on the bottle). Use as soon as possible after opening.
Quality control
All reagents are manufactured in-house at RLS Wacon according to strict quality standards. Each batch is individually calibrated and tested – Made in Germany.
Additional information
| Variant | Reagent A, Reagent B, Reagent C, Set High Range (2x B, 2x C), Set Low Range (2x A, 1x B, 1x C) |
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