Airgas® Industrial Welding Shielding Gases are protective gases commonly used in several welding processes to prevent atmospheric contamination of the weld pool.
Airgas operates its own dedicated blending facilities as well as maintains a national network of blending technology to ensure accurate, consistent production.
Individual or Batch Certificate of Analysis available upon request.
Applications
Nitrogen is used in Manufacturing and Metal Fabrication as an effective way to prevent oxidation and provides a safe, inert atmosphere that “sweeps” off gases produced by furnaces.
Nitrogen is also used as an assist gas for laser cutting and enhances plasma cutting.
Nitrogen can be used as a pressurizing agent in Energy sector pipelines.
Chilling to freezing, nitrogen plays an important role throughout the entire refrigeration, food packaging and preservation process.
Nitrogen is used in the Automotive industry as both a safety component in airbags and as a versatile welding gas in automotive manufacturing.
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.
Specifications
Sizes may vary by location. Contact your local Airgas representative or local branch location for availability in your area.
