Nitrite Test Kit

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Nitrite Universal Dropwise
Titration
Analytical Procedure
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SPECIFICATIONS
Method: Titration (Drop Count)
Range: Over 40 ppm as NO
2
Testing Time: 5 minutes
DESCRIPTION
The Nitrite Test Kit, Part Number 420-C0318.88,
was designed with special emphasis on applica-
tions where nitrites are used to inhibit corrosion.
However, the test kit can also be used in other
nitrite-based processes that require control and
monitoring of nitrite concentrations. The simplicity
of this drop-count titration test allows ease of
operation, but still provides high levels of accuracy
in a wide variety of waters.
The small size test kit is durable and self-contained.
The unique chemical packaging allows the user to
perform an analysis without the need for additional
work space.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Order as Test Kit Part Number 420-C0318.88.
Order all replacement parts and reagents by their
part numbers. To be sure this product is compatible
with your treatment program, contact your local
Nalco representative. Items marked with an *
are included with the kit or set. To place your
order, please contact your local customer service
department.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REAGENTS
Solution Size Part No.
N-1 Indicator 2 oz./50 mL 460-S0770-71*
N-1 Indicator 8 oz./250 mL 460-S0770-73
N-1 Indicator 16 oz./500 mL 460-S0770-74
N-2 Titrant 2 oz./50 mL 460-S0771-71*
N-2 Titrant 16 oz./500 mL 460-S0771-74
N-2 Titrant 32 oz./1 L 460-S0771-75
Description Part No.
Tube, mixing, glass, 7.5/15 mL,
with cap 500-P1318.88*
INTERFERENCES
The test can tolerate up to 2000 ppm alkalinity
(as CaCO
3
), 100 ppm MBT, and 500 ppm TT.
Samples may contain up to 60% glycol without
affecting the test.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for
the specific reagent personal safety and disposal
information.
SUPPORT
If you have any questions regarding this procedure,
please contact your Nalco representative. In North
America you can also contact the Nalco Equipment
Solutions Help Desk at 1-800-323-8483.
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NITRITE UNIVERSAL DROPWISE TITRATION TEST KIT PROCEDURE
1
Fill the mixing tube up to the
7.5-mL mark with sample.
2
Add two drops of N-1
Indicator (460-S0770). Swirl
to mix. If nitrite is present,
an orange color will devlelop.
3
Holding the dropper bottle
vertically, add N-2 Titrant
(460-S0771), carefully
counting the number of
drops needed to
permanently change the
color to blue (or green).
Swirl to mix.
CALCULATION
ppm as NO
2
= (40) x (n1)
n = number of drops of N-2 Titrant (460-S0771)
used
Note: A sample size other than 7.5 mL can be used to
increase or decrease the range or detection limit of the
test. The concentration of NO
2
is then calculated using the
following formula:
ppm as NO
2
= (7.5/V) x (40) x (n1)
V = Volume of sample size used in mL
N = number of drops of N-2 Titrant (460-S0771) used
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