Bulab® 8809
Scale Inhibitor for Reverse Osmosis Membranes
• Especially effective in stressed waters
• Controls both calcium carbonate and sulfate
• For use on thin films and cellulose acetates
Bulab 8809 is a combination scale inhibitor APPLICATION
package that is effective in preventing the
Bulab 8809 should be injected into the
precipitation of dissolved solids on the membrane
feedwater line of the reverse osmosis unit just
surface. The product also includes a dispersant
before the cartridge filter. Bulab 8809 has a
to aid in flushing contaminants and foulants from
broad application range and can be dosed up
the membrane and feedwater spacer surfaces.
to 10 ppm, as product, as required for scale
control. Your Buckman representative can
Bulab 8809 is specifically designed to control the
recommend the dosage for your plant.
precipitation of calcium carbonate and calcium
sulfate in stressful situations. It is also effective This concentrated product can be diluted, with
in controlling barium sulfate and strontium sulfate good quality permeate, to any convenient
scales. Bulab 8809 is effective on seawater as strength for smaller applications.
well as brackish and well water. It can also be
used on fresh water, where high stress conditions
exist. PACKAGING AND HANDLING
Bulab 8809 is a water-soluble liquid packaged
Bulab 8809 is a nonphosphate, nonphosphonate in non-returnable drums, or IBC bins. The
inhibitor package that prevents problems that recommended shelf life is 12 months from the
may be encountered with calcium phosphate time of dispatch and must be stored under
precipitation. It is also extremely effective in shelter. The stock must be rotated on a first in,
dispersing dissolved alum in problematic first out basis to minimize storage time
feedwaters.
Refer to Safety Data for suitable materials of
construction for handling and storing this
Bulab 8809 is a neutral product and is formulated
to be used on both thin-film composite and product.
cellulose-acetate membranes.
Improper handling of this product can be
injurious to workers. Observe all safety
TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS
precautions shown on the label and in the
Safety Data Sheet.
Appearance ............................. Clear amber liquid
Density @ 25°C (77°F) .............. 1.14 – 1.19 g/ml
Approximate weight per kilogram .............. 858 ml
pH (neat) ..................................................6.5 – 8.5
Note: Color intensity of the product can vary from batch to
batch. However, it does not impact the product
performance.
Seller warrants that this product conforms to its chemical description and is reasonably fit for the purpose referred to in the directions for use when used in accordance
with the directions under normal conditions. Buyer assumes the risk of any use contrary to such directions. Seller makes no other warranty or representation of any
kind, express or implied, concerning the product, including NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OF THE GOODS FOR ANY OTHER
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No such warranties shall be implied by law and no agent of seller is authorized to alter this warranty in any way except in writing with a
specific reference to this warranty. The exclusive remedy against seller shall be a claim for damages not to exceed the purchase price of the product, without regard to
whether such a claim is based upon breach of warranty or tort. Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this contract, or breach thereof, shall be settled by
arbitration in accordance with the Singapore Arbitration Act or the Singapore International Arbitration Act, as applicable.
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