Maleic Acid/Acrylic Acid Copolymer Scale Inhibitor (MA/AA)
CAS Number: 26099-09-2
Maleic acid/acrylic acid (MA/AA) copolymer is a multifunctional scale inhibitor and dispersant widely used in cooling water and boiler systems. It inhibits crystallization of calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate, and calcium phosphate scales through threshold effect and crystal distortion mechanisms. Also functions as a dispersant for suspended particles.
Technical Specifications
| density | 1.15–1.20 g/cm³ |
| appearance | Light yellow to amber liquid |
| MA AA ratio | 3:7 to 5:5 (molar) |
| solid content | 48–52% |
| pH as supplied | 2.0–3.5 |
| molecular weight | 1,500–3,000 Da |
Applications
- Cooling tower and heat exchanger scale inhibition
- Industrial boiler scale prevention
- Reverse osmosis membrane antiscalant formulations
- Desalination plant scale control
- Paper mill process water scale management
Key Features
- Effective inhibition of calcium carbonate, sulfate, and phosphate scales
- Good dispersancy keeps suspended solids mobile and non-adherent
- Compatible with most phosphonate and zinc-based inhibitor programs
- Thermally stable for use in high-temperature boiler circuits
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