Ground - Hydrogen Sulfide Removal
Hydrogen sulfide, H2S, is a common taste and odor compound found in underground potable water sources, characterized by a rotten-egg odor and metallic taste. OxyPure successfully oxidizes H2S to remove the taste and odor associated with sulfides. The oxidation reaction can be controlled under alkaline conditions to produce soluble sulfate and a minimal amount of colloidal sulfur. Hence, turbidity is minimized.
(for pH > 8)
Advantages of OxyPure Treatment System
- Economical
- Easily administered
- No toxic fumes
- No harmful by-products
| Comparison of OxyPure to Other Chemical Removal Systems | |||
| OxyPure H2O2 |
KMnO4 | Chlorine | |
| Physical Form Oxidation Potential Reaction Time Product Cost ($/#) Predominant Product Decomposition Products Requirement for Removing 1 mg/L H2S: Dose Rate Cost $/MG |
Liquid 1.77 V Minutes $0.65 * SO4 2- H2O, O2 4.0 mg/L $44.00 |
Solid 1.67 V Minutes $1.34 ** S, SO4 2- MnO2 6.2 mg/L $53.00 |
Gas 1.36 V Minutes $0.12 ** S, SO4 2- Chlorinated Species 8.3 mg/L $10.00 |
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* List price for 50% OxyPure, bulk tank trucks, as of May 22, 1995 ** Chemical Marketing Reporter, May 22, 1995 | |||
