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Industrial Grade Acetylene, Size 5 Acetylene Cylinder, CGA 510 Industrial Grade Acetylene, Size 5 Acetylene Cylinder, CGA 510

Industrial Grade Acetylene, Size 5 Acetylene Cylinder, CGA 510

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Airgas Part #:AC 5

Manufacturer Part #:5


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Cylinder contains approximately 323 Cubic Foot (FT3)

About this product


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

GAS INFO
CYLINDER DETAILS

Product Attributes

CGA Connection

• CGA 510

Gas Grade

• Industrial
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.

Applications

  • Industrial grade Acetylene is primarily used in metalworking for its high flame temperature, making it suitable as a fuel gas for welding, brazing, cutting, straightening, and heating metals.
  • Acetylene also has applications as a lubricant for molds within the manufacturing of glass products.

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

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