SYLOBEAD® MS 512

Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids

Product Description
SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids is a highly porous,
crystalline aluminosilicate in beaded form. The pore openings in the crystals have a diameter of approximately
4 Å.

Typical Properties and Recommended Applications

The following typical properties data are given for informational purposes only, and are not to be interpreted as
product or in-process specifications.
Property UOM Value
Bulk Density g/l / lbs/ft³ 730 / 46
Total Volatile (950°C) % 2.0
H2O-Adsorption Capacity 10% r.h., % 18.5
25°C
H2OAdsorption Capacity 80% r.h., % 22.5
25°C
Crush Strength N / lbs 60 / 13.5
Bead Size mm 2.5 - 5.0
SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids is a product for dynamic
drying and purification of most gases and vapors. It can also be used to remove other impurities with effective
molecule diameters smaller than 4 Å. Typical applications for SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and
Purification of Gases and Liquids are drying/purification of natural gas, reformer gas and air. SYLOBEAD®
MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids is further used as Chloride Trap for HCl
containing gases.

Packaging Information
The standard packaging for SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and
Liquids is:
140 kg/drum 4 drums/pallet 560 kg/pallet pallet: 1200 x 1000 mm
800 kg/big bag 1 big bag/pallet 800 kg/pallet pallet: 1200 x 1000 mm

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SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying
and Purification of Gases and Liquids

Handling & Storage Recommendations

SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids should be handled in a
manner to avoid generation of dusty conditions at the workplace. When pouring into a container in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust, earth both containers electrically to prevent a static electric
spark and the risk of explosion. Additional information can be found in our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
This product when stored in a cool and dry environment such as a warehouse has a shelf life of 48 months
when packaged in Drums and 12 months when packaged in Big Bags (from the date of production). Big Bags
should not be stored outside for prolonged periods of time, to avoid potential damage due to exposure to UV
and rain/water. Extended exposure to UV light degrades the big bag material and this should be avoided. If
outside storage is required, we recommend drum packaging. Open packages should be resealed to prevent
contamination and adsorption of water or other gases and vapors. If you would like to use this product when
the above mentioned shelf life has been exceeded, please contact a local GRACE representative.

Regeneration
For optimum performance of adsorbents in process applications it is recommended to start the first cycle with
a regeneration of the adsorbent using a dry (process) gas. The specific regeneration conditions such as
temperature, flow and duration of the regeneration step depend on the specific application and will typically be
part of the proposed design. For more details please contact your local GRACE representative.

Health & Safety Information

SYLOBEAD® MS 512 Adsorbent for Drying and Purification of Gases and Liquids is a synthetic aluminosilicate
bound with a mineral clay. Additional information can be found in our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Please refer also to national laws and regulations.

ISO Certification
ISO 9001 Registered

Other Information
The information contained herein is based on our testing and experience and is offered for the user’s
consideration, investigation and verification. Since operating and use conditions vary and since we do not
control such conditions, we must DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, with regard to
results to be obtained from the use of this product. Test methods are available on request.

Contact
World Headquarters
W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
7500 Grace drive
Columbia, Maryland 21044 USA
Tel.: +1 410.531.4000
NA Toll Free: +1 800.638.6014
Fax: +1 410.531.4273
Latin America
Grace Brasil Ltda.
Rua Albion, 229-10o andar, cj104
Lapa – Sao Paulo – SP/Brasil
Cep 05077 – 130
Tel: +55.11.3133.2704
Fax: +55.11.3133.2706
Europe Asia/Pacific
Grace GmbH & Co. KG Grace China Ltd.
In der Hollerhecke 1 1010 Huai Hai Zhong Road
67547 Worms/Germany 19th Floor, K Wah Centre
Tel: +49.6241.403.00 Shanghai, 200031/China
Fax: +49.6241.403.1211 Tel: +86.21.3158.2888
Fax: +86.21.3158.2828

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GRACE®, Talent I Technology I Trust™, CRYOSIV®, PHONOSORB® and SYLOBEAD ® are trademarks,
registered in the United States and/or other countries, of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
MALVERN® and MASTERSIZER® are registered trademarks of Malvern Instruments, Limited
This trademark list has been compiled using available published information as of the publication date
of this brochure and may not accurately reflect trademark ownership or status. 20 Jan 2015
Grace Materials Technologies is a business unit of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
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SYLOBEAD® AA 106
Activated Alumina Desiccant
Product Description
SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina Desiccant is a standard high performance, high porosity, high surface
area activated alumina in beaded form.

Typical Properties and Recommended Applications

The following typical properties data are given for informational purposes only, and are not to be interpreted as
product or in-process specifications.

Property UOM Value

Total Volatile (950°C) % 6.0
H2O-Adsorption Capacity, 10% r.h., % 6.0
25°C
H2O-Adsorption Capacity, 80% r.h., % 27.0
25°C
Bulk Density g/l 710
Surface Area m²/g 340
Porosity ml/g 0.40 - 0.50
Crush Strength N 250
Attrition wt % 0.20
Bead Size mm 5.0 - 8.0

SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina Desiccant has been specially designed to be used in the removal of
water from gas and liquid streams and the removal of other polar compound.

Packaging Information
The standard packaging for SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina Desiccant is:
1000 kg/ big bag 1 big bag/pallet 1000 kg/pallet pallet: 1200 x 1000 mm
150 kg/drum 4 drums/palet 600 kg/pallet pallet: 1200 x 1000 mm

Handling & Storage Recommendations

SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina Desiccant should be handled so as to avoid generation of dusty
conditions at the workplace. When pouring into a container in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust, earth both containers electrically to prevent a static electric spark and the risk of explosion. Additional
information can be found in our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Storage in a dry warehouse is recommended. Extended exposure to UV light degrades the big bag material
and this should be avoided. Open packages should be resealed to prevent contamination and adsorption of
water or other gases and vapors. The material in big bags should be used within 12 months, the material in
drums within 48 months from the date of production.

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SYLOSIV® are trademarks, registered in the United States and/or other countries, of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
MALVERN® and MASTERSIZER® are registered trademarks of Malvern Instruments, Limited 25 Sep 2017
This trademark list has been compiled using available published information as of the publication date
of this brochure and may not accurately reflect trademark ownership or status. Page 1 of 2
Grace Materials Technologies is a business unit of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
© Copyright 2017 W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina
Desiccant

Health & Safety Information

SYLOBEAD® AA 106 Activated Alumina Desiccant is a porous form of aluminum oxide (Al2Os). Additional
information can be found in our Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Please refer also to national laws and regulations.

ISO Certification
ISO 9001 Registered

Other Information
The information contained herein is based on our testing and experience and is offered for the user’s
consideration, investigation and verification. Since operating and use conditions vary and since we do not
control such conditions, we must DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, with regard to
results to be obtained from the use of this product. Test methods are available on request.

Contact
World Headquarters
W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
7500 Grace drive
Columbia, Maryland 21044 USA
Tel.: +1 410.531.4000
NA Toll Free: +1 800.638.6014
Fax: +1 410.531.4273
Latin America
W.R. Grace Brasil Ltda.
Alameda Rio Negro, 500
-Torre B - sala 2201
Alphaville, Barueri, Sao Paulo,
Brazil 06454-000
Tel: +55.11.4197.7540
Europe Asia/Pacific
Grace GmbH Grace Trading (Shanghai) Limited
In der Hollerhecke 1 1010 Huai Hai Zhong Road
67547 Worms/Germany 19th Floor, K Wah Centre
Tel: + 49.6241.403.00 Shanghai, 200031/China
Fax: +49.6241.403.1211 Tel: +86.21.3325.8288
Fax: +86.21.5405.1500

www.grace.com
GRACE®, Talent I Technology I Trust™, CRYOSIV®, PHONOSORB® , SYLOBEAD® and
SYLOSIV® are trademarks, registered in the United States and/or other countries, of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
MALVERN® and MASTERSIZER® are registered trademarks of Malvern Instruments, Limited 25 Sep 2017
This trademark list has been compiled using available published information as of the publication date
of this brochure and may not accurately reflect trademark ownership or status. Page 2 of 2
Grace Materials Technologies is a business unit of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
© Copyright 2017 W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
 Typical Properties
Chemical Al2O3 + SiO2 95.0 % (minimum)
Al2O3 25.0 - 35.0 %
SiO2 60.0 - 70.0 %
Fe2O3 + TiO2 2.5 - 6.0 %

Leachable Fe <0.5 ppmv

CaO + MgO 0.6 - 1.0 %
Na2O + K2O 2.7 - 3.3 %

Physical Abrasion (Atrition) Loss <0.5 %

Apparent porosity <1.0 %

Water Adsorption <0.40 %
Max. Operating Temp. - oF (oC) 2200 (1200)

Specifications by Size
Size (nominal) - mm 3 6 13 20 25 37 50
Bulk Density - lbs/ft3 (kg/m3) 88 87.5 87 86 85 84 84
(1410) (1400) (1390) (1380) (1360) (1350) (1350)
Crush Strength (point load) - 80 150 640 1170 1760 2200 3970
lbs (kg), min. (36) (68) (290) (530) (800) (1000) (1800)
Mohs Hardness 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-8

Availability Shipping Point Little Rock, AR

Packaging 25 kg (55.1 lb) sacks

steel drums available

Application Used as catalyst and adsorbent bed support in refining,

petrochemical and gas processing applications.