Algiquat Basic, Quaternary ammonium algicide at 7% for professional pools

Algiquat Basic

Quaternary ammonium algicide at 7% for professional pools

Algiquat Basic is a professional algicide for swimming pools, formulated with N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride polymer at 7%. It is compatible with traditional chlorination treatments. Recommended for season opening, daily maintenance with a dosing pump and algae prevention.

Algiquat Basic technical data

Initial treatment With the pool basin empty and clean, apply the product undiluted onto the surfaces of the basin. Leave the product in contact until it dries and then fill the pool.
Maintenance treatment Add, preferably by means of a dosing pump, 3 L of product daily per 100 m³ of water to be treated. This dose is indicative and may vary depending on the quality of the water.
Technical data Appearance: Transparent blue liquid. pH: 7.0 +/- 0.5
Main components Contains N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride polymer, approx. 7%.
Presentation 25 kg.
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Frequently asked questions about Algiquat Basic

What is Algiquat Basic?

Quaternary ammonium algicide at 7% for professional pools. Algiquat Basic is a professional algicide for swimming pools, formulated with N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride polymer at 7%.

At what temperature is Algiquat Basic used?

Temperature of use: 20ºC.

In which formats is Algiquat Basic available?

Available in: 25kg.

In which sectors is Algiquat Basic used?

Used in: Horeca, Recreational waters, Pools.

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Algiquat Basic is a professional algaecide formulated for the treatment of pool water for collective use. Its formulation makes it especially useful in pools where continuous chlorination is difficult.

01Composition: poly[N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride] polymer, approx. 7%.
02Compatible with traditional chlorination treatments (Hypochlorite 15%, tablets).
03Useful in pools where maintaining continuous chlorination is difficult (rural, seasonal).
04Suitable for initial treatment (empty basin) and daily maintenance with a dosing pump.

Description

Algiquat Basic is a professional algaecide specially formulated for pool water. Its active ingredient, a 7% quaternary ammonium polymer (N,N-dimethyl-2-hydroxypropylammonium chloride), gives it its algaecidal action.

Formulated and manufactured by Detervic / Instaquim, it is perfectly compatible with traditional chlorination treatments and is especially useful in pools where continuous chlorination is difficult to maintain (seasonal, rural or low-attendance installations).

Product summary
Product typeAlgaecide — quaternary ammonium polymer, approx. 7%
Main useInitial and maintenance treatment against algae in professional pools
SectorsHotels, residents' associations, campsites, gyms, municipal installations
ApplicationInitial treatment on empty basin + daily maintenance with dosing pump
DocumentationTechnical data sheet available

Main applications

  • Hotel and resort pools: preventive maintenance during high bather turnover with a risk of algae proliferation after storms or attendance peaks.
  • Residents' associations and housing developments: initial treatment with the empty basin and daily maintenance.
  • Campsites and seasonal pools: installations with intermittent chlorination.
  • Gyms and sports clubs: heated indoor pools as a complement to regular chlorination.
  • Municipal installations: initial treatment with the empty basin before reopening and daily maintenance alongside chlorination.

Recommended sectors

Indicative instructions for use

01
Consult the safety data sheet (SDS) before any handling. Algiquat Basic must not be swallowed and is very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. PPE: nitrile gloves, goggles and lab coat.
02
Initial treatment: with the pool basin empty and clean, apply the product undiluted onto the basin surfaces. Leave in contact until dry and then refill the pool.
03
Maintenance treatment: dose 3 L of product daily per 100 m³ of water to be treated using a peristaltic dosing pump. The dose is indicative and may vary according to water quality.
04
Compatibility with chlorination: Algiquat Basic is perfectly compatible with Hypochlorite 15% and other standard chlorinated treatments. Keep dosing lines separate (do not mix concentrated products in the same circuit).
05
After dosing, keep the filtration running to homogenise. Measure free chlorine and pH the following day to verify operating parameters.

Specific doses and recommendations are available in the product's technical data sheet.