Amphoteric Polyacrylamide (PAM) | Technical Product Specification

 

Amphoteric Polyacrylamide (Amphoteric PAM) is a high-molecular-weight copolymer synthesized from acrylamide, cationic, and anionic monomers. Containing both positive and negative ionic sites on a single polymer chain, its zwitterionic structure maintains stable chain conformation across a broad pH spectrum (pH 1-14). It neutralizes complex suspended solids, heavy metal ions, and emulsified oils in multi-component effluent systems where standard single-charge polymers fail.

 

 
 

Product Grades & Types

PAM-AM10 (High Cationic / Low Anionic)

Formulated for oily sludge conditioning and textile wastewater with net-positive charge demands.

PAM-AM50 (Balanced Charge Ratio)

Applied to municipal sewage treatment handling fluctuating industrial-municipal mixed influents.

PAM-AM90 (High Anionic / Low Cationic)

Utilized in mineral processing and high-salinity mining tailings containing multi-valent cations.

 

Key Properties
 
Industrial-Grade Polyacrylamide Emulsion
 

Zwitterionic Adaptability

Operates across acidic, neutral, and alkaline streams without charge inversion or precipitation.

 

Dual-Site Synergy

Simultaneously destabilizes negatively charged colloids (cationic sites) and positively charged metallic hydroxides (anionic sites).

Liquid Polyacrylamide Flocculant
High-Concentration Polyacrylamide Emulsion
 

Shear Resistance

High molecular weight backbone withstands high-shear centrifugal dewatering equipment.

 

Fast Dissolution

Controlled particle sizing (20-60 mesh) minimizes agglomeration ("fish-eyes") during automatic dosing.

Nonionic Polyacrylamide Emulsion

 

Technical Specifications
 

Parameter

Test Method

PAM-AM10

PAM-AM50

PAM-AM90

Appearance

Visual

White Granular Powder

White Granular Powder

White Granular Powder

Molecular Weight

Ubbelohde Viscometer

12 - 15 Million

15 - 18 Million

18 - 22 Million

Cationic Degree

Colloid Titration

30 - 40%

48 - 52%

10 - 20%

Anionic Degree

Colloid Titration

10 - 20%

48 - 52%

80 - 90%

Solid Content

Oven Drying (105°C, 2h)

≥ 88%

≥ 88%

≥ 88%

Dissolution Time

Stirring at 400 rpm

≤ 60 min

≤ 60 min

≤ 75 min

Residual Monomer

HPLC

< 0.05%

< 0.05%

< 0.05%

Bulk Density

Cylinder Method

0.60 - 0.75 g/cm³

0.60 - 0.75 g/cm³

0.60 - 0.75 g/cm³

 

Anionic Polyacrylamide Emulsion

 

Applications

Wastewater Treatment: Coagulation of effluent containing mixed dyes, heavy metals (Ni, Cu, Zn), and surfactants.


Sludge Dewatering: Breaking stable oil-in-water emulsions in refinery and petrochemical processing.


Mining Tailings: Settling fine mineral slurries in ore separation circuits with high salt concentrations (NaCl, CaCl₂).


Paper Manufacturing: Internal retention aid and drainage accelerator in closed-loop systems using high-conductivity recycled white water.

 

Grade Selection Guide
 

Matrix Analysis

Measure stream TDS and pH. Select amphoteric PAM if pH fluctuates widely or salinity neutralizes single-charge polymers.

Jar Testing

Prepare 0.1% stock solutions using deionized water. Test grades at dosage increments of 1 ppm to 5 ppm.

Performance Evaluation

Assess settling velocity, supernatant clarity, and filter cake solid dryness.

 

 

Manufacturing & Quality Control

Polymerization: Aqueous solution polymerization executed in stainless steel reactors with temperature control (±0.5°C).


Drying & Milling: Continuous fluidized bed drying followed by mechanical screening to ensure uniform 20-60 mesh sizing.


Testing Protocols: Viscosity measured via Brookfield viscometers; residual monomer quantified via HPLC; charge density verified by automated colloid titration.


Compliance & Traceability: Produced under ISO 9001 standards with REACH compliance documentation available; each lot retains archived samples for 24 months.

Nonionic Polyacrylamide Emulsion

 

Packaging & Supply
 
 

Packaging Options

25 kg multi-layer kraft paper bags with internal polyethylene liners; 750 kg to 1000 kg jumbo bags.

 
 
 

Logistics

Fumigation-free wooden pallets shrink-wrapped with UV-resistant film (18 - 20 metric tons per 20' FCL). Non-hazardous for transport under UN/IMO regulations.

 
 
 

Storage

Store in dry, well-ventilated areas (0°C - 40°C). Shelf life: 24 months in sealed containers.

 

 

Customization & Sample Testing

Custom Parameters

Molecular weight adjustable from 8 to 25 million Daltons based on specific shear and viscosity targets.

Sample Dispatch

500g laboratory evaluation samples dispatched within 48 hours with COA and SDS.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q: How does amphoteric PAM differ from physical blends?

A: Amphoteric PAM features cationic and anionic groups chemically bonded onto the same polymer backbone via co-polymerization. Physical blends suffer from inter-polymer complexation and mutual precipitation in solution.

Q: What is the correct dissolution procedure?

A: Prepare a 0.1% solution (1 g polymer per 999 g water). Sprinkle powder slowly into the vortex of agitation water (20°C - 35°C) at 400-600 rpm. Allow 45-60 minutes for hydration. Avoid high-shear blades.

Q: Why does stock solution viscosity drop after 24 hours?

A: High-molecular-weight polymers are sensitive to thermal degradation, bacterial attack, and high shear stress. Prepare fresh stock solutions daily and store away from direct sunlight.

Q: Can it operate in high-salinity streams?

A: Yes. Single-charge polymers undergo charge shielding in high-TDS environments. The zwitterionic structure maintains extended chain conformation and bridging in saline matrices.

Q: What shipping documents are provided?

A: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and REACH compliance statement.

Q: What is the MOQ for custom grades?

A: The minimum order quantity for custom molecular weight or charge ratios is 5 metric tons (1 FCL).

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