Ferrous chloride, solution is the greenish-white crystalline solid dissolved in water. It is corrosive to metals and tissue. It is used in dyeing, in medicine, and sewage treatment. 1.28 specific gravity in solution
HDPE is the most economical tank material for Ferrous Chloride, rated Excellent. Polypropylene and PVDF (Kynar®) are also rated Good or better. Avoid nylon tanks; 316 stainless steel and aluminum hardware.
How Ferrous Chloride works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) |
How Ferrous Chloride works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
How Ferrous Chloride works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |
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