What is a desiccant “unit”?
In desiccant terminology, a “unit” is the quantity of desiccant required to meet the U.S. Military’s specification (MIL-D-3464E) for packaged desiccant products. Under this specification, a unit is the quantity of desiccant which will adsorb 3.00 grams of water vapor at 20% relative humidity or 6.00 grams of water vapor at 40% relative humidity at 77°F (25°C).