Product Description
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, and non-flammable gas. It is composed of one sulfur atom bonded to six fluorine atoms, with a chemical formula SF6. Here are some key characteristics and uses of sulfur hexafluoride gas:
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Density: SF6 is significantly denser than air, making it useful for a variety of applications where its high density is advantageous.
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Electrical Insulator: SF6 is an excellent electrical insulator, which makes it suitable for use in high-voltage electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, switchgear, and transformers. It helps prevent electrical discharges and arc formations.
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Dielectric Medium: Due to its high dielectric strength, SF6 is commonly used as a dielectric medium in high-voltage power applications. It allows for compact electrical equipment designs with reduced spacing requirements.
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Inertness: SF6 is chemically inert and stable, meaning it does not react with other substances under normal conditions. This property makes it suitable for use as a protective gas in certain industrial processes, such as the casting of magnesium and aluminum.
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Medical Applications: SF6 has medical applications, primarily as a contrast agent for ultrasound imaging. It is used to enhance the visibility of certain organs or tissues during medical procedures.
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Environmental Concerns: While SF6 is non-toxic and does not pose immediate hazards to human health, it is a potent greenhouse gas with a high global warming potential. Its long atmospheric lifetime and high heat-trapping capability have raised concerns about its impact on climate change. Efforts are being made to minimize SF6 emissions and find alternative gases with lower environmental impact.
It's important to handle SF6 gas with care, following appropriate safety protocols and regulations, especially in industrial settings where it is used or produced.
Basic Info
| DOT Class |
2.2 |
Un Number |
Un 1080 |
| Cylinder Standard |
DOT/ISO/GB |
Cylinder Pressure |
15MPa/20MPa |
| Valve |
Qf-2, Cga590 |
Melting Point |
-50.8 ºC |
| Appearance |
Colorless, Odorless |
Boiling Point |
-63.8 ºC |
| Density |
6.0886 Kg/M³ |
Molecular Weight |
146.05 |
| Transport Package |
40L, 47L, 50L, 500L |
Specification |
99.995%, 99.999% |
| Trademark |
CMC |
Origin |
China |
| HS Code |
28129019 |
Production Capacity |
5000tons/Year |
Specifications
| Specifications |
Company Standard |
| SF6 |
≥ 99.995% |
| Air |
≤ 10 ppm |
| CF4 |
≤ 2 ppm |
| C2F6 |
≤ 20 ppm |
| C3F8 |
≤ 5 ppm |
| Low Sulfide |
Not Detected |
| H2O |
≤ 1 ppm |
| Acidity as HF |
≤ 0.1 ppm |
| Hydrolysable Fluor ides as HF |
≤ 0.3 ppm |
| Mineral Oil |
≤ 1 ppm |
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Company Profile
Shanghai Kemike Chemical Co., Ltd is staffed by trained personnel, combine many years experience in Gas industry .We supply cylinder gas, electronic gas, etc ., and the gas holder, panel, valves and fittings and other equipment, parts and engineering services to our customers in China and worldwide; The products are involved in various industrial fields, such as semiconductor chip, solar cell, LED, TFT-LCD, optical fiber, glass, laser, medicine , etc., Our mission is to partner with our global customers to provide support, solutions and quality products that are innovative,reliable, and safe.
Our products mainly include: H2, O2, N2, Ar, CO2, propane, acetylene, helium, laser mixed gas, SiH4, Sih2cl2, SiHCL3, SiCL4, NH3, CF4, NF3, SF6, HCL, N2O, doping mixed gas (TMB, PH3, B2H6) and other electronic gases.
Our Advantages
1. Fast delivery;
2. Stable raw material source;
3. On-line analysis system for quality control in every step;
4. High requirement and meticulous process for handling cylinder before filling;
Our carbon monoxide have been exported to many countries like India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, Maldives and Ecuador.
Since the establishment of our company, it has received universal praise by virtue of good reputation, high quality and perfect after service.
FAQ
1. Q: Are you a factory or a trading company?
A: We are a manufacture and trade integration company. Expert R&D department and sophisticated supply chain is our key of success.
2. Q: Are bulk orders and multiple product orders available?
A: Yes, we have a strong production supply system to make sure all of your requirements satisfied. One station product solution is our aim of service.
3. Q: What if I never imported this product before, how do I do it?
A: Don't worry. We have import and export experience with over 50 countries over the world, our fulfillment department will guide you every step of the process.
4. What is the MOQ?
Different products have different min order. It's depends on the kind the gas and the cylinder specifications. Please feel free to contact with me directly for your requirement.
5. Q: Why choice us Kemike Gas ?
A: Stable Supply, Professional Solution, Reasonable Price, and Safety Business with our Taiyu.
6. Q: 3. How does your factory do the quality control?
A: We have standard quality control procedure.
a> In production, we have quality analysis system to make sure each step is qualified.
b> Before filling, we do the pre-treatment for the cylinders to clean well.
c> After filling, we will do 100% inspection analyze before delivery.
7. Q:Is it possible to ship by air?
A:Gases are classified into class 2.1, class 2.2 and class 2.3 which are inflammable gas, non-flammable gas and poisonous gas. According to regulation, inflammable gas and poisonous gas cannot be shipped by air, and only non-flammable gas can be transported by air. If the amount purchased is large, sea transportation is better.
8. Q:Can I customize the package?
A:Yes of course! The most regular package is cylinder. Its size, color, valve, design and other requirements can all be met.
9. Q: What is the package & storage details?
A:Seamless steel cylinder with different valves, or as to your requirement.
Stored in shady, cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, and keep away from sunlight and ramming.
10. More question......
Feel free to contact us, you will get immediately reply
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