ALUMINIUM SULPHATE POWDER

1500g in Jerry Can

Aluminium Sulphate 17% Powder Water Treatment Flocculant Clarifier 1.5kg

📦 Product Overview

Aluminium Sulphate 17% Powder is a dependable coagulation chemical used to clarify water by helping tiny suspended particles clump together into heavier “flocs.” These flocs settle faster or can be captured more easily by filters, improving clarity in many non-potable and process-water applications. This makes it popular for turbidity reduction trials, filtration support, settling tank performance improvement, and repeatable dosing in workshops or small industrial setups.

This listing is for 1500g (1.5kg) supplied by HD Chemicals LTD in a strong plastic jerry can—ideal for customers who want durable, handle-friendly packaging for heavier weights. The jerry can is easy to carry, pour, and reseal, helping reduce moisture exposure during storage (the powder is hygroscopic and may clump if left open). When dissolved, solutions can be acidic, so use appropriate PPE, avoid dust, and always add powder to water while stirring. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

🔑 Key Features

  1. Aluminium Sulphate powder strength marked 17% (common industry specification)

  2. Effective coagulation/flocculation for water clarification

  3. Helps fine solids settle faster for easier removal

  4. Supports improved filtration performance

  5. 1.5kg size suits regular use and multiple batches

  6. Strong plastic jerry can for safer handling and storage

  7. Easy to pour and reseal to reduce moisture uptake

  8. Hygroscopic powder—protected packaging helps reduce clumping

  9. Suitable for process water, workshop, and lab-scale trials

  10. Enables accurate metric dosing with consistent results

🧼 Uses

Safety first: Wear gloves and eye protection. Avoid breathing dust. Use in a ventilated area. Solutions may be acidic. Always follow local rules for use and disposal.

  1. Jar testing to determine the best dose

  • Fill a jar with 1.0 L cloudy water

  • Make stock: dissolve 2.0 g in 200 mL water

  • Dose 5–50 mL stock (equals 0.05–0.50 g/L range for quick screening)

  • Stir fast 30 sec, slow 2–3 min, settle 15–30 min

  • Repeat with smaller steps around the best result

  1. Clarifying a 200 L non-potable process tank

  • Start dose: 10 g (0.05 g/L)

  • Mix 10 minutes, then settle 45–90 minutes

  • Decant clear water or filter; remove sludge buildup

  1. Clarifying a 500 L settling tank (routine maintenance)

  • Start dose: 25 g (0.05 g/L)

  • Mix 10–15 minutes; rest 1–2 hours

  • Skim/decant and clean settled solids

  1. Pre-filter dosing to improve cartridge/sand filtration

  • Make dosing solution: 50 g in 5 L water

  • Add gradually upstream while mixing

  • If filter clogs quickly or haze forms, reduce dose

  1. Emergency turbidity knock-down in stored water (non-drinking)

  • Dose 0.05–0.10 g/L (e.g., 10–20 g per 200 L)

  • Mix thoroughly, settle 60 minutes

  • Carefully decant the clearer top layer

  1. Suspended solids reduction in wash-water recirculation

  • Start at 0.03 g/L (e.g., 15 g per 500 L)

  • Mix, settle, filter/decant

  • Adjust dose based on clarity and sludge volume

  1. Colour/turbidity improvement trials

  • Treat 20 L test batches at 0.02, 0.05, 0.08 g/L

  • That equals 0.4 g, 1.0 g, 1.6 g respectively

  • Compare results after 30 minutes settling

  1. Sludge thickening trial (improving dewatering)

  • Dose 0.05–0.15 g/L

  • Gentle mixing 2–5 minutes

  • Settle and measure sludge volume reduction; tune dose

  1. pH-sensitive treatment checks

  • Measure pH before dosing

  • Dose in small steps (e.g., 0.02 g/L)

  • Re-check pH after mixing (solutions may lower pH)

  1. Routine multi-batch dosing programme

  • Weigh doses in grams using a metric scale

  • Keep a log (volume treated, grams used, clarity result)

  • Store jerry can tightly closed between uses

📋 Product Details

  • Brand: HD Chemicals LTD

  • Weight: 1500g (1.5kg)

  • Grade: Technical

  • Form: Powder

  • Packaging: Strong Plastic Jerry Can (re-sealable)

Technical Data

  • Chemical name: Aluminium Sulphate / Aluminum Sulfate

  • Typical appearance: White/off-white powder or crystalline solid

  • Water solubility: Soluble

  • Solution nature: Acidic when dissolved

  • CAS (commonly used reference): 10043-01-3 (hydrated forms may be listed differently)

  • Molecular formula (reference): Al₂(SO₄)₃ (hydration state may vary)

📈 Other Names

Aluminum Sulfate 17% Powder 1.5kg, Aluminium Sulphate Powder, Alum Powder, Filter Alum, Water Treatment Coagulant, Water Clarifier Powder, Flocculant Powder, Turbidity Remover, Coagulation Agent, Process Water Clarifier, Settling Tank Chemical, Jerry Can Chemical

❓ FAQ

Q1: What does “17%” mean on the label?
A: It’s a common strength marking used for aluminium sulphate products in many specifications.

Q2: Why is this supplied in a plastic jerry can?
A: It’s stronger for heavier weights, easier to carry, pour, and reseal, and helps reduce moisture exposure.

Q3: What’s a safe starting dose?
A: Start with jar tests; many trials begin around 0.02–0.10 g/L and adjust to suit your water.

Q4: Does aluminium sulphate lower pH?
A: It can—solutions are typically acidic, so pH monitoring is recommended.

Q5: How do I dissolve it safely?
A: Add powder to water while stirring (not water to powder), and avoid dust.

Q6: Can I overdose it?
A: Yes—overdosing may create haze or poorer clarity. Reduce the dose and re-test.

Q7: How should I store it?
A: Keep the jerry can tightly closed, cool, and dry to reduce clumping.

Q8: Is this suitable for drinking water treatment?
A: Only for qualified users following approved processes and local regulations.

Q9: Why does it sometimes form clumps?
A: It absorbs moisture from air (hygroscopic). Reseal promptly after use.

Q10: Can I prepare a dosing solution in advance?
A: Yes—make a measured solution (e.g., grams per litres), label it clearly, and store safely.