SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% Tank Chemical Compatibility of common Resins, Fittings, Gaskets and Metals
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SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10%
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Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) is a very corrosive, very dense, oily liquid. It can range from colorless to dark brown depending on its purity and used in the manufacture a huge variety of substances including chemicals, fertilizers, paints, detergents, and explosives. Sulfuric Acid is also referred to as oil of vitriol and vitriol. In low concentrations, HDPE is a very good choice for storage tank material.
FITTINGS: Here is how SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the plastics used
for fittings for double wall storage tanks.
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HDPE:
EXCELLENT
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PVC:
EXCELLENT
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CPVC:
EXCELLENT
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POLYPROPYLENE:
EXCELLENT
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PVDF:
EXCELLENT
GASKETS: Here is how SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the gasket and O-ring material.
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BUNA-N:
EXCELLENT
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EPDM:
EXCELLENT
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VITON(r):
EXCELLENT
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METAL: Here is how SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the metals used for
fittings and bolts.
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STAINLESS STEEL: 316:
GOOD
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HASTELLOY:
GOOD
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ALUMINUM:
N/A
WARNING and
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
This chemical compatibility information has been supplied by
reputable sources to assist you. It should ONLY be
taken as a guide and not as gospel. It is the ultimate
responsibility of the user to verify the appropriateness of
the materials with your particular application. Bear
in mind that other factors including temperature, pressure,
concentration and others can also have an effect on how
equipment will work with your storage situation.
While Bailiff Enterprises works to supply the best
information, we do not warrant (neither express or implied)
that this chemical compatibility is complete or accurate.