Ceresin is a connecting mixture of solid carbon atoms that are synthesized as a result of processing of ozokerite (mountain wax). In the mid-20th century, it was mined from paraffin deposits, which were deposited on oil pipes during production and transportation. By synthesizing liquid fuel consisting of ordinary alkanes, artificial ceresin is recovered. What is it, our article will tell.
The melting point of solid wax ranges from 65-88 degrees. There are no volatile components in ceresin; it is insoluble in alcohol and water. It boils at a temperature of 400 degrees, and flashes at 260. The main advantage of this mixture over paraffin is a higher coefficient of viscosity and thickening of oils. To improve the properties of the wax, ceresin is added to it. The latter is inferior to paraffin in resistance to chemicals.
Ceresin - instructions for use
So, let's take a closer look at what we are dealing with. There are a large number of varieties of mixtures called ceresin. What it is? We will talk about this in the article. These mixtures are numbered based on the dropping point (65, 70, 75, 80, 80 e). They are widely used in the production of a huge number of products:
- Food (highly purified) ceresin is used in cosmetic developments. Due to its effect, creams acquire the desired consistency and, accordingly, absorb lipid additives more easily. Without this substance, mascaras, lipsticks, etc. are not dispensed with in developing mascaras.
- Printing ink, carbon paper and sealing wax in the printing industry are made from it.
- In industry, this carbon mixture is used as a tool against corrosion of the car body and as a specific spraying of radio components.
- In medicine, ceresin becomes the basis of medicinal ointments, medical vaseline and greases.
- It is widely used as an insulating material in electrical engineering, as it is able to stop the effects of alkalis and acids.
- Perfect as a cheese coating substance.
- By combining paraffin with ceresin, firmer candles are obtained.
Varieties of ceresin
There are two types: synthetic and oil. The latter is found in limestone and sand, and the designation is determined by adding the letter "N" to the number (65H, 70H, 80H). Oil ceresins are mined in the process of deoxidation of petrolatum (cosmetic vaseline). Artificial ceresins (100, 200) are made to order in the laboratory. Such a wax has a high degree of fusibility, has small white granules in the structure. Synthetic wax is used in the manufacture of thermoregulation indicators. Similarly, artificial material is suitable as a thickener in food production.
Ceresin itself is also subdivided according to the dropping point (65, 70, 75, 80, 85, etc.). In a separate category, ceresin 85e used in electronic factories is classified. All of these varieties are very popular in use.
Ceresin 65, being a product of refining petroleum wax, ozokerite mixtures, is indispensable in the manufacture of insulation materials, as well as paraffin lubricants. The advantage of the heavy carbon mixture of the 67th brand is a good predisposition to protect the material from corrosion.
Purified ceresin - what is it?
Ceresin of the 75th brand is similar in appearance to wax, but the color palette varies from white to dark brown. It works well as a material with a high waterproofing coefficient, indispensable as a corrosion-resistant coating and impregnation of packaging products. Varieties of ceresin, which is characterized by a high degree of purity, can be used without risk in medicine, cosmetology and cheese making. Varieties with a higher numbering (80, 80H, 90) have a similar application, but their structure is undoubtedly better, and, accordingly, such varieties are more expensive than analogues of a substance called ceresin (we have already found out what it is).
Material Precautions
- Despite the fact that the composition of ceresin does not contain volatile components that can cause great harm to health, you need to worry about the means of protection of the lungs and eyes.
- When working with this mixture of heavy carbons, the room must be equipped with an exhaust ventilation system.
- In no case should you allow the substance to come into contact with fire - this is fraught with a fire hazard. When a flame occurs, any means of fighting fire is applicable.
Paraffin wax in medicine
Ceresin (medicine) is a white and thick substance that does not have a smell or special taste. In contact with it leaves greasy marks. Paraffin is rapidly broken down in gasoline and essential oils, but insoluble in alcohol and in an aqueous medium. It melts at a temperature of 50 to 58 degrees. As an independent therapeutic agent with good heat capacity, it is suitable for thermal therapy against neuralgia and neuritis. Compresses soaked with molten hard paraffin are very popular.
Thanks to the undoubted advantages, ceresin, the instruction for use of which is not limited only to the industry, is used by people everywhere - from electronics and oil refining to medicine and cosmetology.