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Technical Data
3M™ Maintenance Sorbents
Use
For control of accidental and routine leaks, drips and spills of oils, lubricants and other non-aggressive liquids found commonly
in industry. The sorbents are designed to help maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Product Description
3M™ Maintenance Sorbents are made from inert, synthetic fibers principally polypropylene and polyester. They are available
in a wide range of formats and are lightweight and nominally dust-free. They have a high adsorption capacity which minimizes
the amount of waste for disposal.
Color
Light grey (High Capacity pads and rolls), light grey with multi-colored material flecks (Medium Capacity pads and rolls).
Medium Capacity appearance may vary due to recycle content used. Pads and rolls darken when wet as an indication of
saturation level. Mini-booms and pillows are white with black print. Rugs are dark grey.
Selection Guide
Drum covers - Rectangular pad with perforated circle designed to fit on top of 55 gallon drum.
Folded - Combines four formats in one product. It is perforated every 16 inches (40 cm) and can be unfolded to be used as
booms, pillows, sheets or rolls.
Minibooms - Generally on-land applications to contain and adsorb spills.
Pillows - Used for bulk absorption of oil on land or water. Particularly useful in drains to act as interceptors.
Pads - A highly adaptable format. They can be used on water to pick up oil covering large surface areas and in wiping
applications.
Rolls - For fast coverage of large surface areas of water, they can be easily torn to length. Also used as a mat to keep
shorelines or banks clean and to place used sorbents upon.
Rugs - Absorbent rugs help keep floors clean and safe by absorbing oils and grease from shoes, equipment and vehicles.
Liquids
Examples
Coolants/Heat Translet Fluids
Water, Alcohol, Oils, Glycols
Lubricants
Oils, Water, Silicone OlIS
Hydraulic Fluids
Hydraulic Oils, Water, Oil/Water Emulsions
Cutting Oils/Fanning Fluids
Oils (mineral, emulsified)
Solvents
Turpentine, Toluene, Xylene, Fatalfln
Crankcase Oils
Oils (natural, synthetic)
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Typical Liquids Adsorbed
3M™ Maintenance Sorbents are suitable for adsorbing oils, lubricants, petrol cutting fluids and coolants. They adsorb most
liquids in the following chemical groups: alcohols, esters, halocarbons, hydrocarbons, silicones.
Liquids
Examples
Coolants/Heat Transfer Fluids
Water, Alcohol, Oils, Glycols
Lubricants
Oils, Water, Silicone Oils
Hydraulic Fluids
Hydraulic Oils, Water, Oil/Water Emulsions
Cutting Oils/Forming Fluids
Oils (mineral, emulsified)
Solvents
Turpentine, Toluene, Xylene, Paraffin
Crankcase Oils
Oils (natural, synthetic)
Limitations of Use
3M recommends that a compatibility test with the liquid of interest be carried out prior to using the sorbent. For use in
temperature over 60C it is essential that such a compatibility test is made prior to use. Do not use on aggressive liquids, strong
acids, caustic oxidizers or reactive chemicals. In particular there is a risk of degradation with the following: oleum,
chlorosulfonic acid, liquid bromine, fuming nitric acid, chromic acid, sulfuric acid and hydrogen peroxide.
Precautions
3M™ Maintenance Sorbents are not in themselves hazardous products, however, they take on the characteristics of the liquids
they adsorb. Adequate precautions should be taken when handling or storing hazardous / flammable materials and appropriate
personal protective equipment should be worn. Users should be informed of the risks incurred in use, storage and disposal of
used sorbents.
Disposal
Dispose of used sorbents only in accordance with local and national regulations. Disposal companies should be consulted for
their recommendations.
Waste Minimization
3M recommends that waste streams should be minimized wherever possible. 3M sorbents promote minimization by only being
a small part of the total waste. In addition where laws allow, 3M sorbents can be disposed of by incineration yielding less than
0.2% ash (ASTM D-482). The high energy value of the sorbents is also favorable for incineration and waste-to-fuel systems.
Sustainability
High Capacity sorbents contain at least 25% recycled content by weight. Medium Capacity sorbents contain at least 50%
recycled content by weight.
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Shipping Nominal Nominal
Product Number Case Weight capacity per case capacity per case
ASTM F 726-81 ASTM F 726-06
gallons (liters) gallons (liters)
Drum Cover
M-DC22DD 26 in X 26 in
(65 cm x 66 cm)
Folded
M-FL550DD 5 in X 50 11
high capacity (12 cm x 15 m)
Minibooms
M-MB304 3 in diameterx 4 ft
(7.5 cm diameter x 121 cm)
M-MBSOB 4 in diameterx a it
(7.5 cm diameter x 243 cm)
M-MB312 4 in diameter x 12 11
(7.5 cm diameter x 365 cm)
Pillows
M-PL715 7 in x 15 in
(17 cm x 38 cm)
Pads
M-PD7ZOGG 7.5 in x205 in (19cm x 52cm) 100 1a (5.97) 31.5 (119) --
M-PD1520DD 155 in x205 in (39 cm x52 cm) 100 10 (4 5) 37.5 (142) 25 (94)
MCM 15 in X 17 in
medium capacity (38 cm x 43 cm)
Rolls
M-RL15150DD 15.5 inx1soi1(ae cmx45 m) 1 9(41) 31 (117) 22 (33)
M-RL38150DD 38 inx 150
(95 cm x 45 m)
MCM 15 in x 150 it
medium capacity (38 cm x 45 m)
MCM 25 in x 150 it
medium capacity (63 cm x 45 m)
Rugs
M-RGSGBOOE 36 in X 300 11
(91 cm x 91 m)
M-RGCSS100E 36 in X100 11
with coating (91 cm x 30 m)
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Adsorption / Sorbency
The sorbent capacity quoted in the table below is based on testing per ASTM F 726 “Standard Test Method for Sorbent
Performance of Adsorbents.” In brief, the sorbent samples were immersed in a “medium” density oil, drained and weighed. In
the 1981 version of the standard, samples are immersed for a variable period of time in an attempt to make sure the sorbent is
saturated. The sorbent is then drained horizontally. In the 2006 version of the standard, samples are immersed for 15 minutes
and then most types are drained vertically. Capacity according to both versions of the standard is presented. Data presented
are nominal; there will be variability in sorbent performance. Capacity and speed of adsorption will differ depending on the
liquid’s polarity, surface tension and viscosity. Ambient temperature may also affect results. Therefore, results will vary by
application.
Product
Number Size Number
/ Case
Shipping
Case Weight
lb (kg)
Nominal
capacity per case
ASTM F 726-81
gallons (liters)
Nominal
capacity per case
ASTM F 726-06
gallons (liters)
Drum Cover
M-DC22DD
26 in x 26 in
(66 cm x 66 cm)
25 5 (2.3) 19 (72) 13 (49)
Folded
M-FL550DD
high capacity
5 in x 50 ft
(12 cm x 15 m)
3 14 (6.4) 31.5 (119) 24 (90)
Minibooms
M-MB304
3 in diameter x 4 ft
(7.5 cm diameter x 121 cm)
12 13 (5.9) 12 (45) 13.5 (51)
M-MB308
4 in diameter x 8 ft
(7.5 cm diameter x 243 cm)
6 13 (5.9) 12 (45) 13.5 (51)
M-MB312
4 in diameter x 12 ft
(7.5 cm diameter x 365 cm)
4 13 (5.9) 12 (45) 13.5 (51)
Pillows
M-PL715
7 in x 15 in
(17 cm x 38 cm)
16 7 (3.2) 8 (30) 9 (34)
Pads
M-PD720GG
7.5 in x 20.5 in (19 cm x 52 cm)
100
13 (5.97)
31.5 (119)
--
M-PD1520DD
15.5 in x 20.5 in (39 cm x 52 cm)
100
10 (4.5)
37.5 (142)
25 (94)
MCM
medium capacity
15 in x 17 in
(38 cm x 43 cm)
100 6 (2.8) 18 (68) 13.5 (51)
Rolls
M-RL15150DD
15.5 in x 150 ft (39 cm x 45 m)
1
9 (4.1)
31 (117)
22 (83)
M-RL38150DD
38 in x 150
(96 cm x 45 m)
1 21 (9.5) 76 (287) 54 (204)
MCM
medium capacity
15 in x 150 ft
(38 cm x 45 m)
1 7 (3.1) 19 (72) 14 (53)
MCM
medium capacity
25 in x 150 ft
(63 cm x 45 m)
1 11 (5.1) 30 (114) 22 (83)
Rugs
M-RG36300E
36 in x 300 ft
(91 cm x 91 m)
1 55 (25.0) 32 (121) --
M-RGC36100E
with coating
36 in x 100 ft
(91 cm x 30 m)
1 24 (10.9) 10.5 (39) --
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