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Asked by David from Roseland, Virginia07/17/2013QWhat is the difference between "ionic" and "non-ionic" surfactants?A
Ionic When the hydrophilic part of the surfactant consists of a negatively charged group like a sulphonate, sulphate or carboxylate the surfactant is called ionic. Basic soaps are ionic surfactants. NonIonic A surfactant with a non-charged hydrophilic part, e.g. ethoxylate, is non-ionic.
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Asked by Stacy from St. Petersburg, Fl04/29/2016QCan you explain the difference between Surf-AC 820 & 910 other than percentage of active ingredient?
I'm going to use a non-ionic surfactant when I spray my St. Augustine (Flortam) yard with astrizine and BifenXTS. Which non-ionic surfacant do you recommend? I live in the TampaBay area.AThe difference between Surf AC 820 and Surf AC 910 is the amount of alcohol ethoxylate in each product. We generally recommend Southern Ag's Non-Ionic Surfactant. It a very good product that can be mixed with insecticides and herbicides.Â
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Asked by Don from Evansville In,04/14/2015QTO KILL ROACHES OR FLEAS IN A HOME WOULD IONIC OR NON IONIC WORK BETTER!
MIXED WITH INSECTICIDE. WHICH ONE AND WHY?AIt is not necessary to mix a surfactant, such as Surf AC 910 with insecticides. It is intended to be a sticker to help insecticides stick to surfaces.
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Asked by Samuel from Arecibo, Puerto Rico06/22/2021QDoes Surf-AC 910 Surfactant work better than 820 for herbicides?
Which one would you recommend to use with Glyphosate and 24d?AThe difference between Surf AC 820 and Surf AC 910 is the amount of alcohol ethoxylate in each product. Generally, we recommend using a surfactant such as Southern Ag's Non-Ionic Surfactant. It a great product that can be mixed with many different types of insecticides and herbicides. Though…
Read Full Answer »The difference between Surf AC 820 and Surf AC 910 is the amount of alcohol ethoxylate in each product. Generally, we recommend using a surfactant such as Southern Ag's Non-Ionic Surfactant. It a great product that can be mixed with many different types of insecticides and herbicides. Though most glyphosate products do already contain a surfactant so be sure to review the product label to confirm if a surfactant is recommended to be added.
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Asked by Arline from Westport07/16/2021QIs Surf-AC 910 Surfactant safe to spray on my blueberries?A
The Surf-AC 910 Surfactant is not labeled for use in edible plants. We recommend contacting the manufacturer for further assistance at 901-774-4370.Â
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Asked by Mark02/20/2023QIs Surf-AC 910 also considered a wetting agent?A
Yes, Surf-AC 910 Surfactant is a surfactant which is also referred to as a wetting agent
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Asked by Greg from Sioux Falls, South Dakota04/09/2024QHow do I use Surf-AC 910 Surfactant in combination with herbicides such as Roundup and Pramitol 25E?
I plan to try and use this product to maximize the effectiveness of my weed control chemicals such as Roundup and Pramitol. How do I go about mixing this product? Do I use it as a "pre spray" or can it be combined in the tank? and what is the mixing ratio?ASurf-AC 910 Surfactant is mixed directly with an herbicide and water in the same tank together. Â Most RoundUp products already contain a surfactant so an additional one is not needed. Â Per the label for Surf-Ac when used with herbicides the rate is 1- 2 pints per 1000 gallons which breaks down to …
Read Full Answer »Surf-AC 910 Surfactant is mixed directly with an herbicide and water in the same tank together. Â Most RoundUp products already contain a surfactant so an additional one is not needed. Â Per the label for Surf-Ac when used with herbicides the rate is 1- 2 pints per 1000 gallons which breaks down to 0.16-0.32 fl oz per gallon of water.