Product Description
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, and non-flammable gas. It is composed of one sulfur atom and six fluorine atoms, arranged in a octahedral shape. SF6 is an extremely potent greenhouse gas, with a global warming potential (GWP) much higher than carbon dioxide (CO2). It has a GWP of 23,900 over a 100-year period, which means it has 23,900 times the warming potential of CO2 over that time frame.
Due to its excellent electrical insulating and arc-quenching properties, SF6 is commonly used as an electrical insulator in high-voltage electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, switchgear, and transformers. It is also used in the manufacturing of semiconductors and as a tracer gas in medical and industrial applications.
However, SF6 is a significant contributor to climate change due to its high GWP. Its long atmospheric lifetime of approximately 3,200 years exacerbates its impact on the environment. To mitigate its effects, efforts are being made to reduce SF6 emissions and find alternative gases or technologies.
In some applications, SF6 is being replaced with gases like nitrogen (N2) or dry air, which have much lower GWPs. Additionally, research is ongoing to develop new technologies and materials that can provide similar electrical insulation and arc-quenching properties without using SF6.
It's worth noting that handling SF6 requires precautions due to its high density and asphyxiation potential at high concentrations. Proper safety protocols and equipment should be followed when working with SF6 to ensure the well-being of individuals and the environment.
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 |
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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