Sludge Hammer 2 Universal Corrosion Inhibitor

Description

Sludge Hammer 2 Universal Corrosion Inhibitor

Sludgehammer 2 protects against corrosion and lime-scale build-up while helping maintain heating system efficiency. Adjusts and maintains the alkality of water in the heating system (pH 8.2-9.5). Prevents the build-up of magnetite mud and lime deposits.

• Suitable for all metals, including aluminum, cast iron and stainless steel
• Meets ASTM D 4340 – Corrosion Test for cast aluminum alloys in engine coolants

Recommended dosage: 

• For a 100L – system  (or for approximately every 35.000Kcal) use 1 L of SludgeHammer diluted in 3 L of clean water.
• For bigger installations, the required quantity of SludgeHammer is the 1% of the total amount of system water, in ratio 1:3.

What happens if a boiler’s pH is too high or too low?

If you find the pH levels too high, you’ll start to notice scale or limescale buildup in the boilers. Too much mineral buildup will restrict the system’s water flow. Essentially, the effectiveness of the boiler is lessened.

If the pH levels are too low, the water has turned acidic. This leads to rust and corrosion — a serious problem since boilers are typically made of copper, cast iron, and aluminum. As mentioned earlier, enough corrosion can stop system operation altogether.

How can you adjust the pH? 

Maintenance managers or contractors can use a corrosion inhibitor to balance out the pH — a seamless fix. However, if the buildup or corrosion has been going on for several years, the system will probably not recover with this treatment. Instead, you’ll have to use a cleaner to flush the system to maximize boiler efficiency.

The Hercules® Sludgehammer 1 System Restorer & Noise Reducer is an option for maintaining a boiler system. More aggressive than the system cleaner, it also cleans and reduces kettling (bubbling and banging), while restoring system efficiency. Maintenance managers or contractors can pair this product with a corrosion inhibitor for annual heating system-maintenance checks.

In conclusion, you must test the pH of boiler systems to maximize their efficiency, using products that can make monitoring pH levels simple and easy. If this testing uncovers damage to the system, there are also ways to alleviate and fix that damage

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