What is a Desiccant

Desiccants are substances that remove moisture from damp materials. They are generally divided into two categories: chemical desiccants, such as calcium carbonate and calcium chloride, which dry by combining with water to form hydrates; and physical desiccants, such as silica gel and activated alumina, which dry by physically adsorbing water. Moisture control is closely related to product yield. For food, under appropriate temperature and humidity, bacteria and mold in the food will multiply at an alarming rate, causing spoilage, moisture absorption, and discoloration. Electronic products can also suffer from metal oxidation due to high humidity, leading to defective products. The use of desiccants is to prevent the occurrence of defects caused by excess moisture.

Function of Desiccants

Desiccants are suitable for preventing moisture in instruments, meters, electrical equipment, pharmaceuticals, food, textiles, and various other packaged items. They are also widely used in maritime transport because goods often become damp and deteriorate due to high humidity during transportation. Desiccants can effectively remove moisture and prevent dampness, ensuring the quality of the goods.

How to Use a Desiccant Moisture Analyzer

How to test the moisture content of desiccants? Testing the moisture content of desiccants is actually very simple. Using an electronic halogen moisture tester, the moisture content of desiccants can be measured quickly and conveniently. The data is accurate and precise, and can be read directly without manual calculation. In the 0.000 state, take a small amount of desiccant sample and place it in the sample tray of the halogen moisture analyzer, spreading it evenly; cover the heating chamber and press the start button to begin heating. When the test is completed, the instrument automatically displays the moisture content of the desiccant sample.

Technical Parameters

Economical Model XFSFY-60A, moisture readability 0.1%, weighing accuracy 0.01g

Standard Model XFSFY-50A, moisture readability 0.01%, weighing accuracy 0.005g

High-Precision Model XFSFY-120A, moisture readability 0.01%, weighing accuracy 0.001g

Sample Tray Diameter: 110mm

Communication Interface: RS232 data transmission interface

Dimensions: 330*205*165mm

Packaging Dimensions: 430*200*370mm

Features of the Desiccant Moisture Analyzer

1. Fully automatic measurement, no need for supervision during the process, no manual calculation required;

2. Extremely versatile, suitable for moisture determination in almost all industries;

3. Unique wind shield design ensures more stable weighing system;

4. Can simultaneously convert moisture content and solid content of samples;

5. Heating chamber made of pure stainless steel, heat-resistant and easy to clean.

Application Range of the Desiccant Moisture Analyzer

The desiccant moisture content analyzer can measure the moisture content or solid content of various solids, liquids, powders, and granular materials, covering almost all industries that require moisture content determination. The desiccant rapid moisture analyzer can be used to measure the moisture content of calcium oxide, calcium carbonate, aluminum oxide, bamboo powder, wood chips, timber, wood pulp, paper scraps, Chinese herbal medicine, sand, quartz powder, flour, milk powder, cassava flour, sweet potato flour, rapeseed, tea seed, tea leaves, grains, corn, wheat, soybeans, and food.