The level of corrosion inhibitor depends on the concentration of ion in solution, particularly sulfate and chloride. The major limitation of nitrite-based treatments is their ability to promote microbiological growth. Nitrifying and de-nitrifying bacteria use nitrite for their metabolism. There are many types of these bacteria, which contribute to the production of nitrate, ammonia, and nitrogen in the system. The first indication of a problem will be the inability to maintain a nitrite residual or a continuing reduction of nitrite without water loss.
Nitrites are a suspected cause of mechanical seal failures.
However, under normal recommended dosage rate, this should not be a problem. Inc. All rights reserved.