Absorbency
polyvinyl acetal sponge is extremely hydrophilic (absorbent) because of OH-radicals in the molecular structure and the capillary action caused by it’s uniform pore structure. The result is outstanding absorption power. polyvinyl acetal sponge products can rapidly soak up fluids, thereby drying surfaces much faster than other materials. This material is completely open cell and each of it’s pores is not independent, but interconnected, unlike urethane or rubber products made by gas pore forming methods.Liquid Retention
polyvinyl acetal’s uniform pore structure, capillary action and hydrophilic properties allows for fluid retention many times it’s own weight, while eliminating dripping. This feature makes polyvinyl acetal excellent for coating all types of aqueous solutions in various manufacturing applications.
CHEMICAL |
EFFECT |
CHEMICALS |
EFFECT |
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Sulfuric Acid >5% |
None |
Ethers |
None |
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Hydrochloric Acid >2% |
None |
Ethyl Acetate |
None |
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Phosphoric Acid >5% |
None |
Acetone |
None |
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Acetic Acid >1% |
None |
Benzene |
None |
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Sodium Hydroxide >5% |
None |
Toluene |
None |
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Ammonium Hydroxide >5% |
None |
Trichloroethylene |
Attacked |
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Methanol 40~80% |
Attacked |
Tetrachloroethylene |
Attacked |
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Ethanol 40~80% |
Attacked |
Mineral Oils |
None |
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ISO Propanol 40~80% |
Attacked |
Oils & Fats |
None |
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Material Characteristics
· Highly Absorbent
· Totally Lint/Particle Free
· Strong Chemical Resistance
· Excellent Durability
· Extreme Fluid Retention Capacity
Chemical Resistance
Peregrin Products, Inc 1202 Allanson Road Mundelein, Illinois 60060 tel.847.295.7701 fax. 847.295.7702
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Material Composition
Our polyvinyl acetal foam material has a three dimensional, interconnected open cell porous structure obtained from water-soluble polyvinyl catalyzed with an acid and an aldehyde. The resulting product yields the above five desirable features, which allows polyvinyl acetal foam to outperform all other porous products such as polyurethane foam, polyethylene foam, viscose sponge, PVC foam and rubber latex products.