Phenolphthalein Test Paper [Vial of 100 Paper Strips] for Qualitative Leak Detection of Ammonia Vapors
Phenolphthalein Test Paper [Vial of 100 Paper Strips] for Qualitative Leak Detection of Ammonia Vapors
About Bartovation From our headquarters in Queens, New York and with the help of our distributor network, we service customers all around the globe. We specialize in the production and distribution of testing strips for virtually every application. We value every one of our customers and strive to make them happy and satisfied. This item is proudly Made In America Phenolphthalein Test Paper Qualitative Ammonia Leak Detection Strips Find ammonia gas leaks by wetting one end of the test paper with water and then holding it near the suspected leak. If the color change is immediate, get a protective mask with an air supply. Phenolphthalein is itself a weak acid and colorless when dissolved in distilled water. When a basic (alkaline) compound such as ammonia is added, the increase in pH alters its chemical structure and changes the color of the solution to pink/fuchsia. This is a simple test for ammonia gas using litmus paper. Phenolphthalein detects Ammonia in solution from 3 – 5ppm The test strip will turn a pinkish color if Ammonia is detected 100 pre-cut test strips enable you to do many tests This test is a Qualitative test strip and does not come with a color chart Read more How does this test work? Phenolphthalein strips can detect ammonia in air since its pH of 11.6 turns phenolphthalein a pink/fuchsia color. The test strip has to be wetted first so the ammonia gas can dissolve onto the wet strip. This test for ammonia gas using litmus paper is strictly qualitative (yes / no) and does not come with a color chart. Instructions: Remove a Phenolphthalein test paper from the vial, being careful not to touch the strip anywhere other than where you grasp it with your fingertips.Hold the paper strip near the potential leak.The test strip will turn a pinkish color if Ammonia is detected.
Product Features
- Pocket-sized, lightweight vial
- No color chart necessary
- 100 test strips
- Phenolphthalein pH Test Paper Indicator pH 8.2 - 10.0