Permanganate Time Test Reagent

Overview

Permanganate time test reagent measure the permanganate value, a long-standing index of how much oxidisable organic matter a water carries. It is a quick way to compare raw waters and to judge the organic loading a treatment plant, or a chlorine dose, has to overcome.

Key features

• Indexes oxidisable organic load, which drives chlorine demand
• Ready-made reagent, so there is no weighing or dilution on the bench
• Supplied in the 10 ml size, item code PL10PTT

Permanganate time test reagent specifications

Applications

Raw water characterisation, surface and river abstraction monitoring, organic loading checks before disinfection, and pool water quality assessment.

Why buy permanganate time test reagent from Hadron Group

Hadron Group supplies water treatment chemicals, dosing equipment and analytical products throughout South Africa and the SADC region. We hold permanganate time test reagent in stock, we can supply the matching photometer, cuvettes and spares, and our technical team will help you settle on the right test set for your plant. Browse the full reagent range or ask us for a quote.

Frequently asked questions

What does a high permanganate value mean?
A heavy load of oxidisable organic matter, which raises chlorine demand, feeds disinfection by-product formation and generally makes the water harder to treat.

Does this reagent work on its own?
Several photometric methods use two or three reagents in sequence. Check which components your method lists, and we will make sure the set is complete before it ships.

How should liquid reagents be stored?
Cool, dry and out of direct sunlight, with the cap firmly closed. Note the batch and expiry on the bottle, and work through the oldest stock first.