EG-5 Glycol:
1. Product Overview:
- EG-5 Glycol is an inhibited ethylene glycol-based heat transfer fluid.
- It is specifically designed for use in hydronic, chilled, and closed water systems.
- The fluid serves as a coolant and heat transfer medium in various industrial applications.
2. Features:
- Composition: It is based on ethylene glycol.
- Inhibitor Package: The glycol is blended with an inhibitor package to enhance its performance.
- Color: It appears pink in color.
- Temperature Range: EG-5 operates effectively within a temperature range of -60°F to 250°F.
- Safety: It is non-flammable in solutions of up to 80% ethylene glycol.
- Toxicity: EG-5 has moderate acute oral toxicity.
- Application Areas: It can be used in various processes, including solar applications, inline heaters, boiler systems, and molding/casting.
3. Advantages:
- Freeze and Burst Protection: EG-5 provides excellent protection against freezing and bursting down to -60°F.
- Corrosion Inhibition: It inhibits corrosion in steel, brass, copper, and other metals.
- High Heat Transfer Performance: Despite its low toxicity, EG-5 maintains efficient heat transfer.