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Industrial Grade Acetylene, Size 5 Cylinder, CGA300 (UOM = Cubic Foot)



Acetylene (C2H2) - a colorless, highly flammable gas with a garlic-like odor.

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Min Purchase Qty:
1 Cubic Foot

Features:

  • Acetylene has the highest flame temperature of any cmmon hydrocarbon because of its triple-bond structure H-C+/-C-H.
  • Combustion with oxygen achieves a flame temperature of 5580° F (3087° C), releasing 1470 BTUs per cubic foot.

Caution:

  • Always use in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
  • Cylinder must be stored and used in an upright, secured position in a well-ventilated or monitored area.
  • Always follow local fire code requirements when storing gas cylinders.
  • Delivery pressure should not exceed 15 psi
  • Major hazards: Fire (extremely flammable)
  • May form explosive acetylides in the presence of copper, mercury, or silver
  • Piping used should be electronically bonded and grounded

Application:

  • Its high flame temperature allows it to be used in a variety of metal working applications like cutting, welding, brazing, and soldering.

Specs:

Cylinder Size:
5

CGA Connection:
300

Gas Grade:
Industrial




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