Bentosol FT
Bentosol FT is a purified calcium-sodium bentonite specifically adapted for crossflow filtration.
It is designed for the flocculation and removal of proteins in white and rosé wines. Its graded formulation, which is low in crystalline silica, helps prevent damage to crossflow filters, pumps and membranes.
Technical Specifications
PHYSICAL
- Appearance and colour: Light beige powder
CHEMICAL
- Loss on desiccation: 5–15%
- pH solution at 5%: 6.5–8.5
- Montmorillonite content: > 80%
LIMITS
- Iron: < 600 mg/kg
- Arsenic: < 2 mg/kg
- Lead: < 5 mg/kg
- Mercury: < 1 mg/kg
- Sodium: < 10 g/kg
Features and Benefits
- Formulation: Purified calcium-sodium bentonite with low crystalline silica content.
- Specifically adapted for crossflow filtration.
- Designed for the flocculation and removal of proteins in white and rosé wines.
- Its graded, low-silica formulation helps prevent damage to crossflow filters, pumps and membranes.
- Vegan friendly.
- Suitable for organic winemaking.
Product Applications
Slowly pour Bentosol FT into 10 times its weight of water while mixing. Using warm water will accelerate rehydration.
Allow the preparation to swell for 12 to 24 hours. Stir again and dilute it in a small quantity of must or wine before adding it evenly.
Use within one day of preparation.
Dosage:
- 10–120 g/hL, according to protein and fining test results.