SodaSthesia Soda Lime from VetOne is a carbon dioxide absorbent used to remoel carbon dioxide in breathing systems where the pressure-drop must be negligible. The main component is Calcium Hydroxide. 3lb.
Features:
Low dust
• Effective shape for CO2 absorption
• Larger surface area relative to volume
• Decreased reaction time resulting in high absorption levels
• Maximum consumption of soda lime
It is a mixture of calcium hydroxide Ca(OH)2 also known as lime plus a smaller amount of sodium hydroxide NaOH. Upon exposure to carbon dioxide CO2, the calcium hydroxide converts to calcium carbonate Ca (CO3). This prevents CO2 buildup in a re-breathing circuit. The sodium hydroxide acts as a catalyst in the process. No potassium hydroxide (KOH) is present in the soda lime; this helps to avoid the formation of toxic compounds such as Compound A and carbon monoxide. JorVet Soda Lime has a pH color change indicator that changes from white to violet when the soda lime needs to be changed. It will eventually return to its original color if not changed. Therefore, a good rule of thumb is to replace the soda lime every time the vaporizer is filled.