ACETYLENE 3.5 (C₂H₂ 99.95%)

Impurity

Sulphur compound

           1          ppm

Phosphorus

           1          ppm

Ammonia

           1          ppm

Carbon Dioxide

          10         ppm

General Characteristics

A colorless, flammable gas with an odor similar to garlic. Shipped and stored in dissolved acetone. Can decompose spontaneously if pressure exceeds 15 psig.

Health Hazards

A simple asphyxiant.

Technical Information

Molecular Weight

26.038

Specific Volume

14.7 cf/lb

Fire Potential

2.5 - 80% in Air

DOT Name

Acetylene, Dissolved

DOT Label

Flammable Gas

Cylinder Size

40 liter

Valve

CGA510

Cylinder Pressure @ 70°F

250 psig/ 17 bar

Gas Content

5.0 kg