Fact Sheet
Spectrus* DT1400
Inactivating Agent for Spectrus CT1300
• Eliminates the active ingredient (ADBAC Quat) in
Spectrus CT1300
• Neutralizes other cationic biocide actives bio-
cides, as well
• Reduces effluent toxicity
• Assists compliance with NPDES permits
• Highly concentrated aqueous suspension
• Ready for use, no make-down required
• Cost effective
Description and Use
Spectrus DT1400 is a specially formulated aqueous
suspension designed to remove cationic materials
from bulk water. Spectrus DT1400 can reduce the
toxicity of cooling tower blowdown and plant efflu-
ent associated with cationic biocides such as qua-
ternary amines (e.g. ADBAC and DMAC types) or
guanidines (e.g. DGH). Toxicity reduction is accom-
plished by adsorption of these actives to the ingre-
dients in DT1400. Adsorbed cationic biocides can
then be degraded by natural microbial populations.
When used following application of cationic bio-
cides, Spectrus DT1400 can assist in complying with
NPDES discharge regulations.
Typical Applications
As a result of increasing environmental concern and
regulations regarding residual biocides in effluent
water, Spectrus DT1400 was developed to provide a
simple way to inactivate cationic biocides prior to
discharge.
Spectrus DT1400 can be used to inactivate a num-
ber of nonoxidizing biocides. These include ’s Spec-
trus CT1300 (50% quaternary amine) often used to
control macrofouling caused by mollusks in a vari-
ety of industrial and influent water systems.
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Spectrus NX1104 (DGH/Quat combination) com-
monly used to control microbiological fouling
caused by algae, bacteria and/or fungi in commer-
cial and industrial water systems can also be inacti-
vated by Spectrus DT1400.
Treatment and Feeding Requirements
Typical Dosage – To protect all aquatic life-forms,
feed a maximum of 32.6 mg/L of Spectrus DT1400
for every 1 mg/L of Spectrus CT1300 fed.
For inactivation of Spectrus NX1104, feed a maxi-
mum of 8.5 mg/L of Spectrus DT1400 for every 1
mg/L of Spectrus NX1104 fed.
To calculate the Spectrus DT1400 feedrate for de-
toxification of Spectrus CT1300: [Spectrus CT1300
dosage (mg/L) x flow rate (gpm) x 8.34 x 32.6]/106 =
lb/min DT1400
To calculate the Spectrus DT1400 feedrate for de-
toxification of Spectrus NX1104: [Spectrus NX1104
dosage (mg/L) x flow rate (gpm) x 8.34 x 8.5]/106 =
lb/min DT1400
These feed rates are constant over a pH range of
6.0 to 9.0.
Test Method – Use field test methods (e.g., AP412 or
AP413) to confirm removal of CT1300 from freshwa-
ter or seawater, respectively.
Feed Equipment – Spectrus DT1400 is easily fed
with an air driven double diaphragm pump such as
Wilden Model M-1.
Note: Spectrus DT1400 can separate on standing.
The product must be thoroughly mixed prior to use
to ensure ingredients are fed at a uniform rate.
Dilution – This material is best fed neat, however, if
necessary, Spectrus DT1400 can be diluted to assist
product feed. If diluted, the dilution factor must be
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incorporated into the detoxification ratio and the
diluted slurry must be constantly mixed to prevent
separation.
Feed point – Feed Spectrus DT1400 to a point in the
system where it will rapidly mix with the biocide-
treated water. The reaction with residual cationic
biocide is almost instantaneous, however, for added
safety in direct discharge applications, begin feed-
ing Spectrus DT1400 10 minutes prior to start of
biocide feed. Continue feeding Spectrus DT1400
until all upstream waters containing biocide have
been discharged.
Compatible Materials - Tanks, pumps, piping, and
valves should be made of polyethylene, polypropyl-
ene or PVC. Mild steel is not acceptable for use with
this product.
General Properties
Physical properties of Spectrus DT1400 are shown
on the Material Safety Data Sheet, a copy of which
is available on request.
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Packaging Information
DT1400 is available in a wide variety of customized
containers and delivery methods. Contact your GE
Water representative for details.
Storage
Store at temperatures between 40°F (4°C) and
100°F (38°C). Protect from freezing. If frozen, thaw
and mix completely prior to use.
Safety Precautions
A Material Safety Data Sheet containing detailed
information about this product is available upon
request. See Section 8 of the MSDS for recom-
mended personal protective equipment.
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