Why It Matters
CO2 carried over with steam dissolves in condensate as carbonic acid, dropping pH and corroding steam/return piping. Design neutralizes with amines selected by their vapor/liquid distribution ratio to protect both near and far lines
Solution Approach
CO2 carried over with steam dissolves in condensate as carbonic acid, dropping pH and corroding steam/return piping. Design neutralizes with amines selected by their vapor/liquid distribution ratio to protect both near and far lines RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.
Typical Treatment Workflow
1
System Assessment
Characterize operating conditions—fluid composition, temperature, pressure, flow rates—and benchmark current treatment performance.
2
Chemistry Selection
Match base chemicals to your operating envelope. Factor in compatibility with existing programs, regulatory constraints, and downstream impacts.
3
Dosage & Delivery
Determine optimal treat rates through jar testing or field trials. Configure packaging (drums, totes, ISO tanks) to match consumption and storage logistics.
4
Monitoring & Adjustment
Track KPIs—coupon rates, residuals, separator performance, water quality. Adjust chemistry and dosage as conditions change.
Recommended Chemistries (2)
Cyclohexylamine
CAS 108-91-8
Amines & Amides
High-ratio neutralizing amine
2357 (CYCLOHEXYLAMINE) · Class High distribution ratio carries the amine far down the steam/condensate system, neutralizing carbonic acid and raising pH in remote return lines
Melting Point: -18 °C Boiling Point: 134 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 0.8647 at 25 °C
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Morpholine
CAS 110-91-8
Amines & Amides
Low-ratio neutralizing amine
2054 (MORPHOLINE) · Class Lower distribution ratio keeps it concentrated near the boiler/early condensate; paired with cyclohexylamine it gives full-length pH protection
Melting Point: -5 °C Boiling Point: 129 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 1 at 20 °C
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