Brief introduction
Sodium polyacrylate is a polymer compound formed by copolymerization of acrylic acid and acrylamide.Its structure contains a large number of carboxylic acid groups,which can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules,thus possessing strong water absorption performance.In water,SAP can quickly absorb a large amount of water,forming a gel like material,and the water absorption rate can reach hundreds of times. Meanwhile,SAP also has good stability and biocompatibility,without causing environmental pollution,and is widely used in fields such as hygiene products,agriculture,construction,and environmental protection.
Quality index
Exterior | White powder or block shape |
Taste | Odorless and tasteless |
Density | 1.32g/cm3 |
Storage | 2-8 ℃ |
Stability | Stable under most conditions |
Purpose
In winter ski resorts,artificial snow produced using SAP can fill the gap of insufficient snow volume and ensure a skiing experience for tourists.Due to the fact that the texture and shape of artificial snow can be adjusted according to needs, various types of snow trails and slopes can be made.Snow scenes can also be created in shooting or entertainment venues.
In addition,in the field of construction,it can be used for plugging leaks and waterproofing prefabricated joints; In terms of agriculture and landscaping,it can be used as a water retaining agent or soil amendment;
Hygiene:can be added to sanitary napkins,diapers,or ice packs;
Principle
The basic principle of SAP manufacturing artificial snow is to use its excellent water absorption performance and stability to mix water with SAP under certain conditions,forming a substance similar to snow.The specific process is as follows:
1.Mixing water with SAP: Mix SAP powder with a certain amount of water to fully absorb water.Due to SAP's fast water absorption rate,it can absorb a large amount of water in a short period of time.
2.Evenly stir:fully stir the mixed SAP and water to form a gel like substance.During the stirring process, some pigments and other additives can be added appropriately to adjust the color and texture.
3.Cooling and freezing: Pour the mixed SAP and water into a snowflake machine or other snow making equipment to create a substance similar to now through cooling and freezing.During the manufacturing process,parameters such as temperature and humidity can be controlled to obtain artificial snow of different textures and shapes.