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Bis-(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl) Phosphinic SI 272 is a high-efficiency organophosphorus extractant used in the hydrometallurgical separation of cobalt, nickel, magnesium, and rare earth metals. Its exceptional chemical stability, low water solubility, and excellent phase separation properties make it ideal for solvent extraction circuits in mining and refining applications.

Product Name: Bis-(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl) Phosphinic

Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₃₅O₂P

CAS No.: 83411-71-6

Molecular Weight: 290.42

Physical Parameters

Specifications Standard
Density, 25°C ≤ 0.92 g/cm³
Viscosity, 25°C < 142 mpa·s
Flash Point > 120°C
Pour Point < -35°C
Content ≤ 95.0%

Characteristic Parameter

Parameter Standard
Extraction Cobalt saturation Capacity 0.432g/L,1v/o
Extraction rate,pHñ5.6,25˚C Nickel<5.85%
Cobalt>99.8%
Stripping rate,25˚C Nickel>98.1%
Cobalt>99.5%
Separation factor,pH=5.6 >7×103
Ni-MgSeparationfactor,pH=5.6 >3×103
Split time Extraction<60
Backextraction<60
Dissolution loss in water(pH=2.6) ≤116mg/L
Applicable temperature range(˚C) Oct-70
Maximum applicable concentration ≤30%
Maximum saponification rate Not low than 55%
Applicable metal element system Enrichment and separation of nickel-cobalt,nickel-magnesium,cobalt-magnesium, and rare earth elements, especially suitable for separation of nickel-magnesium, nickel-
cobalt

Application

SI 272 is primarily used for the enrichment and separation of nickel, cobalt, magnesium, and rare earth elements, offering high selectivity and operational stability. It is particularly suitable for nickel-cobalt and nickel-magnesium separation systems, enabling efficient recovery in hydrometallurgical extraction processes.

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