C2H2 ACETYLENE GAS - 40 LITERS
1. Product Details:
- Pressure After Filling: ≤ 20 bar
- Standard Gas Weight: ≤ 8kg
- Connector: CGA580 LH
- Chemical Name: Acetylene
- Chemical Formula: C2H2
- CAS Number: 74-86-2
- MSDS: UN 1001
2. Physical Characteristics:
- Appearance: Colorless, Odorless
- Hazard: Highly Flammable and Explosive
3. Quality:
- Purity: ≥ 99.5%
- Impurities:
• AS, S, and P: ≤ 10ppm
•
N2 and Ar: ≤ 5000ppm
4. Applications:
- Industrial: Used in heavy metal analysis, chemical synthesis, high-temperature combustion analysis for rubber and plastics, and in research centers.
- Polymer Production: Essential for the polymerization of vinyl acetate, which is then hydrolyzed to produce polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). The resulting polymer can be drawn into durable, chemically resistant fibers known as vinylon.
- Acetylene is also used in the production of carbon black (acetylene soot), a premium raw material used in electronics, paints, inks, and steel manufacturing.
- Welding and Cutting: Acetylene is commonly used for metal welding and cutting.
- Electronics: Acetylene is a precursor for the creation of hard carbon masks in plasma processes (PECVD), and a carbon source for silicon carbide-nitride films.
- Glass Industry: Acetylene is used to lubricate molds in glass bottle production, leaving a fine soot coating that facilitates easy removal of glassware.
5. Safety Warnings and Usage Guidelines:
- Training Required: Only trained personnel should operate equipment with acetylene gas.
- Fire Hazard: Acetylene is extremely flammable, particularly in low concentration mixtures.
- Asphyxiation Risk: Acetylene does not support life inhalation may lead to asphyxiation and death without warning.
- Explosion Risk: Mixing acetylene with oxygen can produce a highly explosive mixture that is prone to backfire and ignition.
- First Aid: In case of inhalation and suffocation, move the victim to an area with fresh air. If breathing stops, administer artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, supply oxygen and seek immediate medical assistance.
- Use Guidelines: Only use with appropriate regulators and backflow prevention devices that are specifically designed and cleaned for acetylene.
- Storage and Handling: Keep away from sparks, open flames, and sources of heat. Store in well-ventilated areas away from oxygen. Store cylinders upright and transport using appropriate equipment.
- Pressure Control: Always open cylinder valves slowly, close them after each use, and ensure the minimum residual pressure is ≥ 3 bar. Do not exceed 52°C in the cylinder.
By adhering to these guidelines, acetylene gas can be used effectively and safely across its various applications while mitigating potential risks.
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