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Atomic Absorption Grade Acetylene, Size 5 Acetylene Cylinder, CGA 510

Airgas Part #:AC AA5

Manufacturer Part #:AA5


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Specifications

 
GAS GRADE Minimum Purity Air Phosphine Total Sulfurs
Atomic Absorption 99.6 0.4 25 25

*Concentrations given are ppm by volume unless otherwise specified.


Product Attributes

CGA Connection

• CGA 510

Gas Grade

• Atomic Absorption
Features

  • Acetylene combustion in pure oxygen produces the highest achievable flame temperature, over 3300°C, releasing 11,800 J/g, because of its triple-bond structure H-C+/-C-H.
  • Recommended for use with Atomic Absorption (AA) Spectrophotometers.

Applications

  • Air/acetylene and nitrous-oxide/acetylene are the gas mixtures most commonly used in Laboratories as a fuel source in Flame Atomic Absorption (FLAA), a common technique for detecting metals and metalloids.

Safety

  • Always use in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • 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

Specifications

Sizes may vary by location. Contact your local Airgas representative or local branch location for availability in your area.


DIMENSIONS

Size
5 Acetylene
DOT Specification
8AL - Canada 8WAM
O.D.
12" - 304.8 mm
Height {W/Cap & Valve}
46.7" - 1186 mm
Weight {W/O Cap}
169.1 lbs - 76.7 kg