Sulfur hexafluoride 100 2551624 ingredient name % cas number there are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet praxair, inc. Sulfur hexafluoride safety data sheet p4657 according to u. Hyundai electric entered the circuit breaker market in 1984, and has maintained its position as a domestic leader in the field for the past 30 years, supplying its products to 40 countries worldwide. This is increasingly important, particularly today. Rel evan t i d en ti fi ed u ses o f th e su b stan ce o r mi xtu r e an d u ses ad vi sed ag ai n st relevant identified uses. Arced sf6 sf6 gas which has been subject to operations where breaking fault current. Sulfur hexafluoride sf 6 is a relatively nontoxic gas used in a number of applications for its inert qualities. Separation of sf6 from gas mixtures using gas hydrate. Sulfur hexafluoride gas encyclopedia air liquide air liquide. Sulfur hexafluoride fds p 208 7142010 united kingdom report version 1. The human health and environmental dangers of sf 6 gasfilled switchgear by lisa sattler blackburn innovative switchgear solutions, inc.
The electric industry has been willing to accept the challenges of using sf 6 as an insulating gas because of its dielectric properties and reliability. Section c removal of sulfur hexafluoride gas from inservice equipment. As an additional service, an analysis can be conducted on your used sf6 gas. A leak can result in a fire, explosion, asphyxiation or a toxic exposure.
Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 is an inorganic, colorless, odorless, nonflammable, extremely potent greenhouse gas, and an excellent electrical insulator. A material to which a gas, liquid or dissolved solid will adhere to the surface of. Test the gas for arc byproducts if there is a possibility of an internal failure. Sf 6 has an octahedral geometry, consisting of six fluorine atoms attached to a central sulfur atom. Fist 59, management and safe handling procedures for sulfur hexafluoride sf6 gas 5. I learned the alumina is too far off for a smart decision.
Avoid leakage of a liquefied gas such as sf6 onto water or contact hot reactive metals. Sf6 primary use is in the electrical industry as a gaseous dielectric medium for various voltage circuit breakers, switchgear and other electrical equipment, often replacing oil filled circuit breakers ocbs that can contain harmful pcbs. Jul 16, 2016 handling and use of sulfur hexafluoride gas united states filling equipment with sulfur hexafluoride gas. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 sicgilsol india private limited.
Ideal for fieldbased gas analysis, the lightweight and portable smc sf6 6100 provides exceptionally stable and accurate sf6 readings over a short measurement time. Removal of sulfur hexafluoride gas from inservice equipment. This study aims to examine the thermodynamic feasibility of separating sulfur hexafluoride sf6, which is widely used in various industrial fields and is one of the most potent greenhouse gases, from gas mixtures using gas hydrate formation. Concorde specialty gases is the leading global supplier of sulfur hexafluoride gas sf6 gas and many other rare and specialty gases for industrial, commercial, medical and consumer applications. It is readily liquefied and is shipped in steel cylinders as a liquefied gas under its own vapor pressure of 2210 kpa 320. If discharge of small quantities is necessary for test purposes i. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 sulfur fluoride un1080 2551624.
Liquefied gas h280 classification according to whs regulation 1. Sf6 gas or sulfur hexafluoride gas properties electrical4u. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 is an inorganic, colorless, odorless, and nonflammable gas. The dielectric and other physical and chemical properties related to its lack of reactivity have led to the extensive use of sf 6 as an insulating medium in switching equipment e. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 is a nontoxic, inert, insulating and cooling gas of high dielectric strength and thermal stability. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet emergency telephone number 2. Breakdown characteristics of gases in nonuniform fields. Sulfur hexafluoride sf 6 is an inorganic, colorless, odorless, nonflammable, nontoxic but extremely potent greenhouse gas, and an excellent electrical insulator. The sf6 6100 is a new and advance gas analyzer for sf6 breakers. The data herein is reflective of the purification media, as shipped under.
Sulfur hexafluoride is a stable gas with higher dielectric strength and density than air. Sf6 material safety data sheet concorde specialty gases. We offer sulfur hexafluoride sf6 and other specialty gases at the lowest prices possible. Sulfur hexafluoride gas encyclopedia air liquide air.
Material safety data sheet sulfur hexafluoride sf 6. Sulfur hexafluoride safety data sheet this document is only controlled while on the concorde specialty gases, inc. Sulfur hexafluoride revision date 01182018 p000000208 version. Air liquide has gathered data on the compatibility of gases with materials to assist you in evaluating which materials to use for a gas system. This document is not available online, please contact. Insulating mediums sf6 sf6 as an interrupting andor insulating medium sulphur hexafluoride sf6 is used as a switchgear interrupting medium from 1 to 800kv nonflammable arcquenching nontoxic inert odourless highly stable gas heavy gas two different types of arc control device, both relying on extending and cooling the arc. The key process variables of hydrate phase equilibria, pressure. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all.
Msds sf6 material safety data sheet available to read, download and desktop printing concorde specialty gases, inc. Packaging 227 g in steel cylinder recommended products. The effective radius of a sulfur hexafluoride molecule is 2. Sf6 gas life cycle services sulphur hexafluoride is a gas that has been used since the 1960s in electric power. Praxair cannot assure the integrity or accuracy of any version of this document after it has been downloaded or removed from our website. Download product information enervac international ulc. Never carry a compressed gas cylinder or a container of a gas in cryogenic liquid form in an enclosed space such as a car trunk, van or station wagon. The specialty gas information center at is your source for details on mixed gases, pure gases, gas handling equipment, safety and technical information. In fact, it is the most potent greenhouse gas that the intergovernmental panel on climate change ipcc has. Performing organizations names and addresses bureau of reclamation denver federal center po box 25007 denver co 802250007 8. Also when the gas pressure and sf6 content of the mixture are high, leader discharge extends. In life, in business, in the ordinary course of doing things, there is a certain level of risk that comes with just existing.
All sf 6 gas shall be obtained through a central facility. Sf 6 gas circuit breakers gcb business edge business edge the switchgear works of crompton greaves is located on a 1,32,540 sq. It acts as an insulator in highvoltage circuit breakers as it shows high arcquenching ability. Typical for a nonpolar gas, it is poorly soluble in water but quite soluble in nonpolar organic. Sulfur hexafluoride sf 6 is normally available in cylinders and drum tanks. Avoid leakage of a liquefied gas such as sf6 onto water or contact hot.
Release of sf6 gas into the atmosphere during maintenance work or an accident must be reduced, tracked, and reported to the epa. Handling and use of sulfur hexafluoride gas page 3 of 8 atmosphere. This document is only controlled while on the praxair, inc. Wika part of your business solutions for pressure, temperature, force and level measurement, flow measurement, calibration and sf 6 gas solutions from wika are an integral component of our customers business processes this is why we consider ourselves to be not just suppliers of measurement components but rather more a competent partner that offers comprehensive solutions in close co. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds. Octafluorocyclobutane rc318 safety data sheet sds p4671. Sulfur hexafluoride is used in a range of industries for a range of applications including. Sf6 has an octahedral geometry, consisting of six fluorine atoms attached to a central sulfur atom. But sf 6 is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential 23,500 times that of co 2 when compared over a 100year period. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against 1. As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section. Linde is also able to offer larger packages in some markets. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 technical grade is particularly suitable for application in both highvoltage and mediumhigh voltage power circuit breakers. Octafluorocyclobutane rc318 safety data sheet p4671 this sds conforms to u.
R4aisobutanesf6 gas mixture, with typical gwp of 1430. Handling of sulfur hexafluoride gas central facilities. Further tips for getting the right reading and pumpback issues. Series 3120590 299 guaranteed specifications g2185539 gx 39 lb 17. Gases can cause rapid suffocation because of oxygen deficiency. Learn more about pure sulfur hexafluoride spec gas properties. Sf6 msds dangerous goods personal protective equipment. Sf6 is a userfriendly product which besides its many other positive characteristics can be recycled as well. Manitoba hydro, winnipeg, canada summary very low temperatures stress a circuit breaker in a complex manner. Abb library is a web tool for searching for documents related to abb products and services.
Enervac has built a worldwide reputation for delivering highperformance engineered products that meet or exceed customer needs. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 safety data sheet sds p4657 praxair, inc. For latest authorized version, please refer to the national grids infonet substation services web site substation maintenance electrical operating procedure 8 draw a vacuum on the gas compartment to complete the sf6 gas removal process. The analyzer is fitted with the unique rapid system to accelerate the time taken for the dew point sensor to dry. Gas grade purity product cylinder content equipment model page specifications code size us metric recommendations no. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. Safety data sheets sds include information on product ingredients, physical and chemical properties, potential effects on toxicology and ecology, identification.
Jan 02, 2019 in this way, sf6 fully satisfies a stable structural condition. Handling and use of sulfur hexafluoride gas page 4 of 8 v. This electronic configuration and structure of this gas make sf 6 extremely stable. For additional recommendations, consult compressed gas association pamphlets p1, p14, p9, and safety bulletin sb2. Breakdown voltage of compressed sulfur hexafluoride sf6. Equipment chambers for sf6 usually contain adsorbers to adsorb arced byproducts. The designated central facility is responsible for maintaining a log of all sf 6 gas.
Authors bureau of reclamation hydroelectric research and technical services group denver, colorado 7. This document describes reclamations management and safe handling procedures for sf6 gas. Sulfur hexafluoride sf6 safety data sheet sds p4657. Download documentation for sf6 sulfur hexafluoride technical grade.
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