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Clay desiccant
Kite’s clay desiccants are used as a dehumidifier to control moisture in contained environments including pharmaceutical, medical, food, electronic components and textiles. The range of sachet sizes suit many different requirements and as they come being ready-bagged, simply place them where required.
These natural mineral, economical desiccant sachets offer a greener alternative for moisture absorption. The montmorillonite clay inside is non-hazardous, non-corrosive and chemically inert making it a safer option for a range of products.
Clay is the most cost-effective of all desiccants and is particularly effective below 49 degrees and below 50% humidity, able to absorb up to 28% of its weight. Once above 49 degrees either silica gel or molecular sieve desiccant would be recommended.
For a well-sealed item we recommend:
- 10 grams for every cubic foot of volume
- 340 grams per cubic metre of volume
Environment | Indicating silica gel | Molecular sieve | Clay | Silica gel |
Low humidity | Fair | Excellent | Good | Fair |
High humidity | Excellent | Good | Good | Excellent |
Low temperature | Good | Excellent | Fair | Good |
High temperature | Good | Excellent | Fair | Good |
Maximum temperature (degrees celcius) | 104 | 232 | 49 | 104 |
What is clay desiccant and how can it be used?
Our clay desiccant is made from natural, safe materials and offers a greener alternative for moisture absorption. Ideal for a range of industries including retail, pharmaceutical, food and more; simply place your product into the package along with a sachet or two. These sachets are designed to decrease moisture in contained environments; their properties absorb and hold water to eliminate damp and corrosion.