Product Description
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, and non-flammable gas. It is commonly used in various industries and applications due to its unique properties. Here are some key points about sulfur hexafluoride gas:
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Chemical Formula: SF6
- It consists of one sulfur atom (S) bonded to six fluorine atoms (F).
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Density: SF6 is a dense gas, significantly heavier than air. Its density at room temperature and atmospheric pressure is about five times that of air.
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Insulating Properties: SF6 is an excellent electrical insulator. It has high dielectric strength, making it an ideal choice for use in high-voltage electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, and switchgear.
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Thermal Stability: SF6 has excellent thermal stability, allowing it to withstand high temperatures without decomposing or reacting with other materials.
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Inertness: SF6 is chemically inert and does not easily react with other substances. It is stable under normal conditions and is not known to pose any significant health risks.
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Greenhouse Gas: Despite its non-toxic nature, SF6 is a potent greenhouse gas with a high global warming potential (GWP). It has a GWP of 23,900, meaning it has 23,900 times the warming potential of carbon dioxide (CO2) over a 100-year period. As a result, SF6 emissions contribute to climate change.
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Industrial Applications: SF6 has various industrial applications, including:
- Electrical Industry: SF6 is widely used in high-voltage electrical equipment to insulate and extinguish electrical arcs.
- Electronics: It is used in the production of semiconductors and integrated circuits.
- Medical Imaging: SF6 is used as a contrast agent in medical imaging techniques like ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
- Sound Effects: It is sometimes used in entertainment industry applications to create sound effects, particularly for its ability to modify the human voice.
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Environmental Concerns: Due to its high GWP, there is growing concern about the environmental impact of SF6 emissions. Efforts are underway to reduce its usage and develop alternative gases with lower global warming potentials for electrical applications.
It's important to handle SF6 gas responsibly, following safety guidelines and regulations, and to be aware of its potential environmental impact.
Basic Info
| Transport Package: |
40L, 47L, 50L, 500L |
Melting Point |
-50.8ºC |
| Trademark: |
CMC |
Boiling Point |
-63.8ºC |
| Specification |
99.995%, 99.999% |
Production Capacity |
5000tons/Year |
| Cylinder Pressure |
15MPa/20MPa |
Valve |
Qf-2, Cga590 |
| Appearance |
Colorless, Odorless |
Density |
6.0886 Kg/M3 |
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. Q: 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: 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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