Siliphos, a glassy polyphosphate, has emerged as a highly effective and versatile chemical agent for water treatment, particularly in preventing scale and corrosion. Its unique properties and mode of action make it a preferred choice for a wide array of industrial and agricultural applications. NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD., a leading manufacturer and supplier, provides detailed insights into the characteristics and benefits of this essential water treatment chemical.

The primary form of siliphos used in water treatment is often a transparent, crystalline ball or granule. These forms offer convenient handling and dosing. Chemically, siliphos is a sodium-calcium polyphosphate, characterized by its high P2O5 content (typically 61-69%) and a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.0-7.5). Its density is around 1540 kg/m³, and it dissolves slowly in water, releasing phosphate ions gradually. These physical and chemical properties are crucial for its sustained effectiveness in water systems. Users often search for 'siliphos water treatment chemical' or 'buy siliphos online' to find reliable sources.

The efficacy of siliphos lies in its ability to act as both a scale inhibitor and a corrosion inhibitor. In its scale-inhibiting role, it sequesters divalent cations like Ca2+ and Mg2+ by forming soluble complexes, thereby preventing their precipitation as insoluble scales such as calcium carbonate. The chemical reaction, for example, can be represented as Ca2+ + Na2[Na4[Po3]6] → 2Na+ + Na2[Na2Ca[Po3]6] (Soluble complex). Simultaneously, siliphos inhibits corrosion by forming a thin, passive film of metal phosphates on the metal surface, particularly on ferrous metals. This film acts as a barrier, preventing corrosive agents from attacking the metal, as shown in reactions like Fe2+ + Na2[Na4[Po3]6] → 2Na+ + Na2[Na2Fe[po3]6] (Soluble complex).

The applications for siliphos crystal balls are extensive. They are widely used in industrial circulating water systems, boiler water treatment, and even in municipal water supplies to prevent corrosion in distribution pipelines. In agriculture, they contribute to maintaining the quality of irrigation water. For those seeking to purchase this effective water treatment agent, NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. is a reputable manufacturer and supplier in China, offering certified products (REACH, ISO) and customizable solutions. Contact us to learn more or to request a quote and sample for your water treatment needs.