SORBENTS

Chapter 3

References

1.0 INTRODUCTION

This section begins with sorbent definitions and a description of the general types of sorbents that are available. It is followed by a list of criteria to be used in selecting sorbents for various applications and the results of sorbent testing. The results of the most comprehensive tests are presented in some detail.

The test results are described according to sorbent type rather than brand since there typically are many manufacturers and trade names for each type, and, in general, performance is similar for various brands of the same type. There may be some differences in performance that depend on the way a sorbent material is prepared or packaged, and these differences are noted as they occur. This section provides information that will help a user select the desired sorbent substance. The user can then procure sorbents made of that material from locally available manufacturers and distributors.

(Sixteen pages of text and references followed by eight pages of sorbent data listings)