Reusable Desiccant Canisters
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Reusable Desiccating Canisters
protect all types of articles from deterioration, rust, corrosion, mold, mildew and other
damage caused by moisture or high humidity. Simply place the canister together with the
article to be protected in a tightly closed or sealed moisture resistant container. the
canister will rapidly and actively desiccate the surrounding air and keep it that way to
protect against moisture damage. Avaialable at:
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Reusable Desiccating Canisters have several distinct
advantages:
- Reusable over and over
- Regenerated easily by microwave or conventional oven
- High moisture capacity
- Easy to use
Typical applications include:
- Laboratory equipment and chemicals
- Cameras, lenses, photos and film
- Scientific instruments
- Medical and dental instruments
- Tools
- Museum and historical artifacts
- Clothing and fabrics
- Shoes and leather articles
The "forever" desiccant for a variety of
applications.
The reusable canister is a small, perforated canister containing an indicating silica
gel. The case is lightweight yet strong, designed to withstand years of use. The desiccant
content has a reversible action. Once it has adsorbed all the moisture it can hold,
indicated by a color change from blue to pink it can be regenerated easily by microwave or
conventional oven. After regeneration, the canister will be capable of readsorbing its
full capacity.
High moisture capacity.
The desiccant material within the canister attracts water vapor and holds it
physically through surface adsorption and capillary condensation. It has a tremendous
number of microscopic pores which give it a high moisture capacity. One canister will
maintain a safe level of humidity in three cubic feet of sealed space.
Easy to monitor and regenerate.
Available in a plastic translucent plastic case. When the desiccant turns pink, it
indicates that a saturation point has been reached. Regeneration can be achieved by
microwave or conventional oven.
- Conventional Oven - (Metal or plastic case) - Heat the
canister in vented oven at 300°F for three hours.
- Microwave Oven - (Plastic case only) - Heat the canister
in microwave on high (using a 900 watt microwave) in 3 minute intervals until beads turn
blue. Time may vary depending on wattage of the microwave used to regenerate.
CAUTION: Allow sufficient cooling before removing the
canister from an oven or microwave to reduce risk of personal injury. Damage to desiccant
may occur in microwave ovens over 900 watts or from temperatures above 325°F. Under
extreme humid conditions, desiccant may achieve rapid saturation which reduces absorption
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