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Alkalinity (hydrate)

Source: CHEMetrics, Inc.
Hydrate alkalinity or causticity is a component of total alkalinity.
Reference: Developed with Calgon Corporation.

Hydrate alkalinity or causticity is a component of total alkalinity. Boiler operators must maintain relatively high hydrate alkalinity levels when phosphate cycle treatments are used to ensure the formation of softer, more easily removable deposits. This specific test for hydrate alkalinity provides a more accurate value than the calculation method used by most operators.

The reagent has been specially formulated to inhibit interference from carbonate and bicarbonate alkalinity, as well as up to one-third of the phosphate and silicate alkalinity.

The Titrimetric Method. CHEMetrics' method uses an acid titrant with a pH indicator and an inhibiting agent. The end point of the titration occurs at pH 8.3. Results are expressed as ppm (mg/L) NaOH.

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