ACETYLEN (C2H2)
1. Overview
Acetylene (C2H2) is a colorless, highly flammable gas with a distinct garlic-like odor. It is synthesized primarily through chemical reactions involving calcium carbide and water. Acetylene is widely utilized in various industrial applications due to its unique properties and chemical reactivity.
2. Our Product
At Khoa Dung Industrial Gas, we supply acetylene gas (C2H2) in various purities and packaging options. Acetylene plays a crucial role in the low-pressure carburizing process, providing the precise carbon source necessary for creating durable, wear-resistant surface layers on steel parts. Our tanks range in capacity from 2 liters to 60 liters, ensuring flexibility and reliability for our customers needs.
3. Applications
— Oxygen-Fuel Cutting:
Acetylene is essential in oxy-fuel cutting, a cost-effective method for preparing plate edges for bevel and groove welding. This process utilizes a chemical reaction between oxygen and acetylene at high temperatures to cut through metals, including rusty or scaled surfaces. It requires moderate skill and produces precise results, making it suitable for various metal cutting applications.
— Heat Treatment in Automotive & Transportation Equipment:
Acetylene is used in heat treatment processes for automotive and transportation equipment. Its high heat output and precise control capabilities make it ideal for applications requiring controlled heating and tempering of metals.
4. Characteristics
— Main Risks: High possibility of fire and explosion
— Explosion Limit: 1.8 - 97.5%
— Flammability: High
— Odor: Garlic-like odor
— Molecular Weight: 26.03
— Specific Volume at 20°C: 0.909 m³/kg
— Specific Gravity (Air = 1) at 20°C: 0.905
— Critical Temperature: 35.18°C
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