Silica gel desiccant, indicating, -6+16 mesh granules

CAS: 7631-86-9 | O2Si | 60.08 g/mol

Catalog Number	Quantity
044389.30 also known as 044389-30	250 g

Catalog number 044389.30

also known as 044389-30

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250 g

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Chemical Identifiers

CAS7631-86-9

IUPAC Namesilanedione

Molecular FormulaO2Si

InChI KeyVYPSYNLAJGMNEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILESO=[Si]=O

Specifications

Particle Size-6+16 Mesh

Silica gel desiccant is used to dry the air in industrial compressed air systems. It is also used as a preservation tool to control relative humidity in museum and library exhibitions and storage. Further, it is employed in diagnostic test strips, inhalation devices, syringes, drug test kits and hospital sanitation kits. In addition to this, it is used as a stationary phase in chromatography.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

RUO – Research Use Only

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What color are the Silica gel desiccant, indicating, -6+16 mesh granules when they are activated or saturated?

Silica gel desiccant, indicating, -6+16 mesh granules gradually change from a deep blue in the activated condition to a pale pink in the saturated condition.

Can I regenerate the Silica gel desiccant, indicating, -6+16 mesh granules?

Yes, Silica gel desiccant, indicating, -6+16 mesh granules can be regenerated by heating at 121-232 degrees C until it returns to a blue color.