PHOS-CheK Australia

Uses:

PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K is a fire suppressant gel approved by the USDA Forest Service as a "water enhancer". AquaGel-K can be applied to all types of application equipment used in direct fire suppression, for indirect suppression as a protective barrier and a medium-term fire retardant and for the protection of structures exposed to an advancing fire

PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K water enhancing gel is used for wildland fire control in forest, bush or grassland, direct suppression of structural fires and for exposure protection. Funtionally, PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K absorbs water many times it's own weight and forms a gel producing increased droplet sizes that reduce drift and evaporation when dropped aerially. In many applications the gel forms a cohesive layer which acts as a vapor barrier and prolongs the effectiveness of the water.

Description

PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K is a dry powder that when added to water in very low concentrations (0.1 to 1.2 percent by weight), rapidly absorbs water to produce a gel whose consistency (viscosity) depends on the selected concentration. The dry powder is self dispersing in many applications or it can be easily mixed by in-line induction or by simple circulation

PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K is environmentaly friendly and contains no polyacrylamide, NPE, oils or solvents. AquaGel-K requires no special expensive chemical for wash-down or clean up when used in structural applications.

Phos-Chek Australia maintains inventory of AquaGel-K.

Typical Analysis

Colour:

• Uncolored (AquaGel-K). Fugitive (AquaGel-K liquid color additive)

Mix Ratio / Use Levels:

• 0.1 to 1.2 percent by weight when mixed with water (desired mix ratio can be adjusted depending on application)
• Backpacks pumps: 0.1 percent by weight or less
• Engines / Pumpers: 0.2 to 0.4 percent by weight
• Helicopters / Air-Tanters: 0.4 to 0.8 percent by weight

Density:

• 8.34 lbs per US gallon ( when mixed with water at use leves 0.1 to 0.2%)

Viscosity:

• 1-20,000 centipoise (cP); see chart viscosity use-levels
  

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Packaging:

• PHOS-CHeK AquaGel-K is available in 1212lb. bulk bags, 35 lb. bags, 24 lb. pails, 4 lb. containers, 4 oz. bottles and mini pouches.
• Fugitive Color is available in 5 gal. pails, drums and semi-bulk tote bins.

Shipping Classification

• Fire Extinguisher Compound NOIBN

Handling Precautions:

• FOR DETAILED SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO THE MSDS.
• MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO EYES; CONSIDERED PRACTICALLY NO IRRITATION TO SKIN.
• PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE AND FIRST-AID HANDLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOOD INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY PRACTICES. THESE PRACTICES INCLUDE AVOIDING UNNECESSARY CONTACT AND REMOVAL OF THE MATERIAL FROM THE EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHING.
• EYE PROTECTION: As a good industrial practice, the use of chemical goggles is recommended. Eye flushing equipment should also be available.
• SKIN PROTECTION: Wear protective gloves to minimize skin contact. Wash hands and contaminated skin after handling.
• RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None required.
• IF IN EYES: Flush with plenty of water.

Product Profile: 

Product Profile ICL-AquaGel-K.pdf

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet): 

AquaGel- K.pdf