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Molecular Sieve Adsorbent Desiccant

Van Air molecular sieve adsorbent desiccant beads are crystalline metal aluminosilicates that contain a vast network of uniform pores and cavities. Due to this network of pores and cavities, the adsorption potential of molecular sieve desiccant is greatly enhanced. Van Air molecular sieve adsorbent desiccant is one the most aggressive primary forms of desiccant on the market.

A unique feature of Van Air molecular sieve is its ability to adsorb water molecules over a much wider spectrum of temperatures than any other desiccant material. Therefore, our molecular sieve desiccant is able to continue the adsorption process at temperatures which would cause other desiccants to desorb trapped water molecules.

Molecular sieve desiccant also has a much higher equilibrium capacity for water vapor under very low humidity conditions. Our molecular sieve desiccant is extremely effective in reducing the water vapor content of gases in the parts per million range.

Dew Points to -100° F may be achieved with molecular sieve adsorbent desiccant depending on the air dryer design and operating conditions. Molecular sieve adsorbent desiccant has long been known for its excellent drying capacity and extremely low dusting factor. Due to the high comparative cost of molecular sieve, it is usually only recommended for special purpose applications.

Contact us today at 1-800-840-9906 or Email Us to discuss how our adsorbent desiccant and other compressed air dehydration equipment can provide you with the best value for your money while meeting all of your filtration needs.


Product Benefits

• Uniform Retention Capacity - Moisture retention, expressed in pounds of water adsorbed per pound of desiccant, does not change appreciably if the air or gas is not saturated. It also keeps its moisture retention properties over a wider range of operating temperatures.

• Fixed pore size - Van Air molecular sieve adsorbent desiccant contains a fixed pore size of 4 Angstrom (1 Angstrom - 3.94 x 10-9 inches). This trait allows for the desiccant to be uneffected by the humidity in a system.

• Round bead shape - Due to its round shape, Van Air molecular sieve has a resistance to abrasion which results in lower pressure drop than extruded molecular sieve.


Properties and Static Adsorption

 Color and Form  Off White / Tan Bead
 Size  3.55 mm (.14")
 Bulk Density  49 lbs/Ft3
 Surface Area  3.67 x 106 sq ft/lb
Humidity  
100% RH 23.0%
90% RH 22.0%
60% RH 21.0%
10% RH 19.0%
 
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