Product Description
With consistent focus on quality, our company is engaged in offering a quality assured Alkyl Ketene Dimer. It is widely used for liquid containers, ink-jet printing papers, and many other grades of paper and paperboard. We offer this in safe packaging options as per the specifications of the clients. Our dimer is precisely made using quality approved material by our skilled professionals. In addition to this, the offered Alkyl Ketene Dimer can be purchased at industry leading price within the promised time-frame.
Features:
- Comprehensive wetting of pigments and fillers in the liquid phase
- Provides the best possible distribution of solid particles within the coating
- Permanent stabilization of the suspension
Enhance Paper Quality EffortlesslyAlkyl Ketene Dimer (AKD) acts as a superior sizing agent, imparting water resistance and improving printability in paper products. Its high purity, stable composition, and neutral pH make it a preferred choice for industrial paper manufacturing. Utilizing AKD ensures consistent product quality and longevity.
Safe Handling and StorageAKD is classified as non-hazardous and stable when stored correctly. To maintain its integrity, it should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Proper storage methods help preserve its 24-month shelf life and prevent degradation.
Optimized Usage for Maximum BenefitsAKD is used at dosage levels of 0.050.2% based on the dry pulp weight, ensuring precise, economical, and effective application. Its insolubility in water ensures it functions optimally within the papermaking process, offering consistent performance batch after batch.
FAQs of Alkyl Ketene Dimer:
Q: How is Alkyl Ketene Dimer (AKD) applied in the paper manufacturing process?
A: Alkyl Ketene Dimer is typically added to the pulp suspension during the wet-end stage of paper manufacturing, at dosages between 0.050.2% based on the dry pulp weight. This helps to improve papers water resistance and printability.
Q: What are the main benefits of using AKD in paper production?
A: AKD significantly enhances the water resistance and ink receptivity of paper, resulting in higher quality, longer-lasting products that perform well in both printing and writing applications.
Q: When should AKD be incorporated into the papermaking process?
A: AKD is best introduced during the wet-end phase, before sheet formation, which ensures its efficient distribution and optimal performance as a sizing agent.
Q: Where should Alkyl Ketene Dimer be stored for best results?
A: It should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain stability and prolong shelf life, which is up to 24 months.
Q: What is the appearance and physical form of AKD supplied for industrial use?
A: AKD is supplied as a white to off-white, waxy solid, available in both powder and granule forms. It is odorless and has a melting point in the range of 47-54C.
Q: Is Alkyl Ketene Dimer hazardous or does it require special handling?
A: AKD is classified as non-hazardous under standard conditions. However, it should be handled with usual care and stored properly to avoid contamination and ensure chemical stability.