Proxel® GXL Preservative
Metals
PROXEL® GXL Preservative is a broad spectrum, efficacious
antibacterial product based on the chemical 1, 2- benzisothiazolin-
3-one (BIT) that is pH and temperature stable and can easily
incorporated into a wide range of industrial products.
Summary
Metalworking fluids are fertile breeding grounds for
microorganisms, especially water-based formulations which
are particularly susceptible to microbial attack. Deterioration
of the metalworking fluids caused by the growth of
microorganisms can affect the fluid performance. Biocide
options are limited for formulators and users of
metalworking fluids who want to avoid formaldehyde
condensate biocides. Additional difficulty lies in the fact
that many non-formaldehyde biocide options have
limitations in their heat or pH stability, and in their
compatibility with amines.
PROXEL® GXL Preservative is a broad spectrum,
efficacious antibacterial product based on the chemical 1,
2- benzisothiazolin- 3-one (BIT) that is pH and temperature
stable and can easily incorporated into a wide range of
industrial products. PROXEL® GXL Preservative is
registered with the Environmental Protection Agency and
has been granted EPA Registration No. 1258-1255.
PROXEL™ GXL Preservative does not contain or release
formaldehyde, is compatible with a wide variety of
metalworking additives, is stable over a broad pH range, is
compatible with amine systems, exhibits thermal stability
and is suitable for use in metalworking fluid concentrates.
Typical Physical Properties
A 19.3% glycolic solution of 1,2-ben-
Composition zisothiazolin-3-one (BIT)
Physical Form Light yellow to tan liquid
pH 25°C 12.0-13.5
Specific Gravity 25°C 1.14 (approx.)
Density 25°C 9.5 lb./gal (approx.)
Viscosity 25°C, Brookfield 500 cps (approx.)
Solubility in water Complete at use dilutions
How to Use
PROXEL® GXL Preservative should be incorporated into
metalworking fluid concentrates at a level that will deliver up
to 1800 parts per million (ppm) product as sold in the diluted
in-use coolant. For example, if the desired level of PROXEL®
GXL Preservative is 1500 ppm and the final dilution of the
metalworking fluid is 20:1 (5%), then 3% of the biocide is
required in the metalworking fluid concentrate (1500
ppm/0.05 = 30,000 ppm or 3%).
Frequent checks (once per week) of the bacterial and fungal
populations should be made using standard microbiological
plate count procedures or any of the commercial “dip-stick”
type devices. It is also recommended that in-use coolants be
monitored weekly for coolant concentration, tramp oil, pH,
alkalinity, odor, and anticorrosion properties. If any of these
parameters is outside the specifications established for the
system in question, they should be brought up to
specification by the addition of suitable additives, or the fluid
should be discarded and the system thoroughly cleaned and
recharged with fresh coolant.
PROXEL® GXL Preservative is registered with the US EPA,
registration number 1258-1255. It is a violation of Federal Law
to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Technical Service
As part of our customer support program Arxada’s Technical
Service Laboratories can assist with compatibility and
performance testing. Please contact your local Arxada
Account Representative for information about these
customized services, sample orders, container sizes and
pricing.

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A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product may be supplied
upon request. Refer to the SDS for information on storage,
container disposal and safe handling practices.
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