1. What is polyacrylamide dispersant?
    Polyacrylamide dispersant, referred to as PAM. It is a linear polymer, so it is one of the most widely used varieties among water-soluble polymer compounds. PAM and its derivatives have a variety of active genes, which can be affinity with a variety of substances, adsorb and form hydrogen bonds, and function similar to the function of spider webs, so it can be used as an effective flocculant, thickener, paper enhancer and liquid drag reducer, etc., especially in oil extraction, water treatment, textile, papermaking, mineral processing, agriculture and other industries.
  1. Chemical structure and properties of PAM dispersant
    PAM is formed by free radical polymerization of acrylamide (AM) monomer. Its molecular chain contains numerous amide groups, which give PAM good water solubility and the ability to interact with other substances. The molecular weight of PAM can range from thousands to millions. The higher the molecular weight, the more significant the viscosity and thickening effect of its solution.
  2. Main application areas of PAM dispersant
    • Oil extraction
    • In oil extraction, PAM dispersants are used as additives for drilling mud, which can effectively increase the viscosity of the mud, reduce the friction resistance of the drill bit, and thus improve drilling efficiency.
    • Water treatment
    • In the field of water treatment, PAM, as a flocculant, can form large flocs with suspended particles, thereby accelerating the sedimentation of suspended matter and improving water quality.
    • Papermaking Industry
    • In the papermaking process, PAM can increase the strength and stiffness of paper, improve the surface properties of paper, and make the paper smoother and more delicate.
    • Textile Industry
    • In the textile industry, PAM is used as a sizing agent to increase the strength and abrasion resistance of yarns and improve the feel of fabrics.
  1. Safety of PAM dispersant
    PAM itself is non-toxic and easily degradable, and is an environmentally friendly polymer material. However, when using PAM, you still need to pay attention to its dosage and usage conditions to avoid adverse effects on the environment.