Desiccant

A desiccant is a substance that absorbs water. It is most commonly used to remove humidity that would normally degrade or even destroy products sensitive to moisture.

Desiccation refers to the state of extreme dryness, or the process of extreme drying. A desiccant is a substance that absorbs or adsorbs water. It is most commonly used to remove humidity that would normally degrade or even destroy products sensitive to moisture. Silica gel, calcium sulfate, montmorillonite clay, and molecular sieves are commonly used as desiccants.

Desiccant types

  • Clay desiccant
  • Silica Gel Desiccant
  • Mineral desiccant
  • Molecular sieve
  • Activated Alumina Desiccant
 
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