Alkaline Control

Potassium Hydroxide

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Potassium Hydroxide or Caustic Potash (KOH) is a basic alkali. Its advantage over caustic soda (NaOH) is the increase of K+ ions while providing pH control.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Orderless white flakes
Type Alkali Hydroxide
pH 12.0 (0.01 moles/litre)
Specific Gravity 1.5 - 1.66g/cm3
Melting Point 212 - 307°F
Melting Point 716°F
Solubility Soluble in water

APPLICATION

Potassium Hydroxide is a strong alkali used to increase pH and alkalinity of drilling, workover and completion fluids.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

The amount required depends on the type and concentration of the mud components, as well as the desired pH increase.

PACKAGING

Potassium Hydroxide is available in 25 kg sacks, palletized as 40 sacks per pallet.

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