product information no: pis 173 page 1 of 1 issue no 2 date : 25 march 2002 approved by: desiccant sachets codes: BW910, bw911 and bw912 fec part nos 3026700 and 3026711 description desiccant sachets are used to absorb moisture from a given environment. they prevent objects within that environment from being affected by corrosion or mould growth. they are especially useful when used in conjunction with moisture barrier bags whenever moisture control is a critical factor in the packaging of electrostatic sensitive devices. they are supplied ready for use and do not require activating. instructions for handling and use desiccant will absorb moisture from any environment. if it is left outside a closed/sealed container for any length of time, eg: lying on a work bench, it will absorb all the moisture it can from the atmosphere and eventually will become saturated. when using desiccant sachets they should be left in the sealed containers as supplied until required for use. the containers should only be opened to remove the sachets required then resealed as soon as possible. it is recommended that part-used polyba gs of sachets be put into an airtight metal or plastic drum or pail. it is recommended that sachets are left in the open atmosphere for not longer than 15 minutes. storage desiccant sachets are supplied in strong polybags in cartons. as long as containers remain sealed the shelf life should be approximately 9 months. for further information, please contact vermason ltd, 1 avenue one, letchworth, hertfordshire sg6 2hb. uk tel: +44(0)1462 672005 fax: +44(0)1462 670440 e-mail : sales@vermason.co.uk www.vermason.co.uk
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