Copolymeric Flocculant
Overview
Copolymeric flocculants are synthetic water-soluble polymers engineered to aggregate suspended particles in liquid media. They are chemically synthesized from monomers like acrylamide and acrylic acid, with customizable charge densities and molecular structures for specific applications. These flocculants outperform traditional inorganic coagulants by forming larger, faster-settling flocs with lower dosage requirements. As essential chemicals in modern water treatment processes, copolymeric flocculants bridge the gap between conventional coagulants and filtration systems. Their development represents a significant advancement in environmental technology, enabling more efficient solid-liquid separation while reducing sludge volumes compared to alum or ferric salts.
Physical and Chemical Properties
The performance of copolymeric flocculants depends on their molecular weight (typically 1-20 million Daltons) and charge density (0-100% ionicity). High molecular weight variants create longer polymer chains that bridge particles more effectively, while charge density determines electrostatic interactions with colloidal particles. These polymers exhibit remarkable stability across a wide pH range (3-10) and maintain effectiveness in high-salinity environments. Their viscosity in solution increases exponentially with concentration, requiring proper dissolution equipment. Thermal stability is generally limited to 60-80°C, beyond which polymer chain degradation occurs.
Main Applications
In wastewater treatment plants, copolymeric flocculants are indispensable for primary clarification and sludge dewatering. Cationic types dominate municipal sludge applications due to their affinity for organic particles, while anionic variants excel in mineral processing. The mining industry relies on these flocculants for tailings management, achieving >90% water recovery in mineral slurry separation. The paper manufacturing sector utilizes specialized grades for retention aids and white water clarification. Other applications include food processing wastewater treatment, oilfield produced water cleanup, and construction site runoff management. Performance varies significantly by polymer architecture, necessitating thorough jar testing for each application.
Safety and Storage
While generally classified as non-hazardous, powdered copolymeric flocculants require careful handling to prevent dust formation. Workplace exposure limits typically follow general particulate standards (10 mg/m³ respirable dust). Proper PPE including dust masks and goggles is recommended during manual handling. Storage stability depends on environmental control - powders absorb moisture rapidly, leading to caking and reduced efficacy. Original packaging should remain sealed until use, with storage in climate-controlled areas (<30°C, <70% RH). Liquid emulsions have shorter shelf lives (3-6 months) and may require agitation before use to maintain homogeneity.
B2B Procurement Guide
Industrial buyers should specify these key parameters: ionic character (cationic/anionic/amphoteric), charge density (%), molecular weight range, and solid content (for liquids). Mining operations often require ultra-high molecular weight anionic flocculants (15-20 million Da), while municipal wastewater plants typically use medium-weight cationic products (5-8 million Da, 20-50% charge density). Bulk purchasing (container loads) typically offers 15-30% cost savings versus bagged product. Verify supplier certifications including ISO 9001 and environmental management systems. Consider local stocking programs for high-volume users to ensure supply continuity. Performance guarantees should include bench-scale testing with actual process water samples.
Related Manufacturers
- 主营：净水絮凝剂、活性炭
- 主营：水处理剂、水处理药剂、聚合氯化铝、阳离子絮凝剂、阴离子絮凝剂、粉末污水处理、聚丙烯酰胺、净水材料
- 主营：絮凝剂
- 主营：活性炭、聚丙烯酰胺、高效水处理药剂、净水絮凝剂、PAM、阴离子聚丙烯酰胺、阳离子聚丙烯酰胺、非离子聚丙烯酰胺、两性离子聚丙烯酰胺、椰壳活性炭、柱状活性炭、粉末活性炭、活性吸附炭、净水滤炭
- 主营：补碳剂、多核碳源、除垢剂、絮凝剂、清洗剂、醋酸钠、脱硝剂、乙酸钠、总氮去除剂、净水剂、乙酸钠溶液、工业级醋酸钠、复合碳源、培养菌剂、液体乙酸钠、酵素碳源、除磷药剂、液体碳源、尿素脱硝、聚合氧化铝、聚丙烯酰胺、污水助凝剂、水质稳定剂、液体错酸钠、锅炉脱氧剂
- 主营：--
- 主营：粉末活性炭、蜂窝活性炭、聚合氯化铝、絮凝剂、脱色絮凝剂、聚丙烯酰胺、石英砂、无烟煤、Pac、Pam、除臭剂、纤维球、弹性填料
- 主营：絮凝剂、污泥脱水、聚丙烯酰胺
- 主营：醋酸钠、柠檬酸、钼酸钠、絮凝剂、磷酸氢二钠、焦亚硫酸钠
- 主营：工业葡萄糖、复合碳源、蜂窝斜管填料、絮凝剂、曝气器、聚丙烯酰胺、悬浮球填料、空心球填料、MBBR填料、纤维球滤料、彗星滤料、不锈钢滤头、聚合氯化铝、ABS波纹斜板填料、辫带式填料、聚合硫酸铁、组合填料、醋酸钠、乙酸钠、液体乙酸钠
- 主营：保险粉、纯碱、硼砂、絮凝剂、苯乙烯、大苏打、亚硫酸氢钠、柠檬酸、碳酸钾、活性炭、硫酸钠、无水醋酸钠、碳酸氢钠、乙酰丙酮、聚合氯化铝、片碱、聚丙烯酰胺、过碳酸钠、二甘醇、防水剂、消泡剂、氨基磺酸、壬基酚、硅酸钾、养护剂、癸二酸二辛酯
- 主营：造纸化学品、造纸添加剂、纸张添加剂、絮凝剂、除臭剂、拉力剂、增强剂、干强剂、瓦楞纸固体施胶剂、硬挺剂、防水剂、瓦楞纸、AKD中性胶、解胶剂、湿强剂、助留剂、膨松剂、脱油剂、迷信纸、脱油脱蜡剂、消泡剂、脱蜡剂、脱墨剂、柔软剂、助滤剂
- 主营：絮凝剂、次氯酸钠、工业级甲酸
- 主营：二氧化氯发生器、次氯酸钠发生器、二氧化氯ab剂、絮凝剂、二氧化氯消毒片、二氧化氯消毒粉、PACPAM加药装置
- 主营：有机硅消泡剂、聚醚消泡剂、漆雾凝聚剂、絮凝剂、复合碳源
- 主营：碱性紫、碱性品红、碱性大红、絮凝剂、水性染料、化工助剂、化肥染料、造纸板材、专用染料、碱性品兰、碱性嫩黄o、化肥着色剂、聚合氯化铝、聚丙烯酰胺、黄佛香染料、碱性玫瑰精、粘性液体橡胶、净水处理药剂、栗子元青色染料
- 主营：保险粉、硫酸铜、十八醇、土壤改良剂絮凝剂、防冻粉、消毒剂、溶剂油、硫酸铵、氯化镁、氯酸钠、活性炭、水杨酸、丙三醇、防腐剂、匀染剂、洛烷酮、平平加、防水剂、消泡剂、水合肼、硫酸钠、乙二醇、氯化钙、氯化钾、石灰氮、氟化钠
- 主营：絮凝剂、反渗透药剂、循环水药剂
- 主营：处理剂、污水cod、cod当量、絮凝剂、培养剂、醋酸钠、环保药剂、淀粉标准、酰胺用量、cod去除剂、防水乳液、氯化铝絮凝、氯化铝国标、臭味降解剂、葡萄糖成分、超标去除剂、酰胺添加量、离子聚丙烯、硫酸铁国标、净水剂聚合、废水去除剂、聚合氯化铝、工业葡萄糖、污水除臭剂、硫酸铁除磷
- 主营：洗涤碱、腐植酸钠、矿源黄腐酸钾、絮凝剂、清洗剂、全水溶叶面肥、植物精油、洗涤助剂、处理电镀、水产养殖、氨基酸原粉、磷酸二氢钾、建筑添加剂、漂白氧化剂、洗涤添加剂、混凝土添加剂、瓜果蔬菜生根、锅炉管道清洗、营养性添加剂、柠檬酸、工业柠檬酸、漂白土、活性白土、大蒜油、EDTA
- 主营：聚丙烯酰胺、聚合硫酸铁、聚合氯化铝、絮凝剂、硫酸亚铁、硫酸铝、复合碳源、微生物菌种
- 主营：聚合氯化铝、PAC、饮用水级30%PAC、絮凝剂、PAC絮凝剂、高分子絮凝剂、PAM絮凝剂、阳离子絮凝剂、高含量PAC、30%聚合氯化铝絮凝、28%PAC电镀废水、30%高含量PAC、工业级聚合氯化铝、28%聚合氯化铝、26%聚合氯化铝、工业废水处理PAC、聚丙烯酰胺、反渗透膜保护剂、反渗透阻垢剂、反渗透杀菌剂、RO膜除垢剂、聚丙烯酰胺粉末、污水处理PAM、污泥脱水剂、非氧化药剂