- Chemical Formula: SF6
- Molecular Weight: 146.06 g/mol
- Structure: SF6 has a central sulfur atom surrounded by six fluorine atoms, resulting in an octahedral molecular geometry.
- Physical Properties: Sulfur hexafluoride is a colorless, odorless, and non-flammable gas. It is highly stable and has a high density. SF6 has a boiling point of -64°C (-83°F) and a melting point of -50.8°C (-59.4°F).
- Electrical Insulator: SF6 is known for its excellent electrical insulating properties. It is widely used as an insulating gas in high-voltage electrical equipment, such as circuit breakers, switchgear, and transformers. Its high dielectric strength allows it to effectively prevent electrical arcing and enhance the safety and reliability of electrical systems.
- Inertness: Sulfur hexafluoride is chemically inert and non-reactive under normal conditions. It is stable and does not readily react with other substances, making it suitable for various applications where a non-reactive environment is required.
- Environmental Impact: SF6 is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential (GWP) much higher than that of carbon dioxide (CO2). It has a GWP of 23,900 over a 100-year time horizon, meaning it has a significant impact on climate change when released into the atmosphere. Due to its high GWP, efforts are being made to reduce or eliminate the use of SF6 in certain applications and to improve its handling and management to minimize emissions.
- Industrial Applications: Apart from its use as an electrical insulator, SF6 has other industrial applications. It is used as a tracer gas in leak detection, as a gaseous dielectric in windows of X-ray tubes, and as a filling gas in double-glazed windows to enhance thermal insulation.
- Safety Considerations: SF6 is considered a relatively safe gas when handled properly. However, it is important to follow appropriate safety precautions, such as using suitable protective equipment and ensuring proper ventilation when working with or handling SF6.
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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