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Argon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless and nontoxic
gas. Argon, along with helium, neon, krypton, xenon and
radon is also known as a "rare" gas. Argon forms no
known chemical compounds. The gas is 1.38 times heavier
than air and is slightly soluble in water.
Argon is present in the atmosphere at a concentration of
0.93%. Argon is recovered from air in an Air Separation
Unit (ASU) where it is drawn off as a cryogenic liquid
at about -303°F. Argon can then be distributed as a
cryogenic liquid or as a gas in cylinders.
Applications for argon often utilize its inert
properties for protection against the oxidizing effect
of air. Argon is widely used as a blanketing or
shielding gas in metallurgy and arc welding and cutting.
Argon is also used to fill incandescent and fluorescent
lamps.
Safety Informations
Argon is an inert gas that causes oxygen depletion
leading to asphyxiation and death. The danger is
exacerbated by the fact that argon’s density is greater
than air. This allows it to flow downwards and collect
in low lying areas far from the point of leakage.
Argon is not consumed in any process and might therefore
be present in high concentration in exhaust streams.
Argon used in electric welding operations can fill the
tanks and vessels being constructed and lead to
asphyxiation hazards. In its liquid form argon
represents a frostbite hazard.
Argon Specifications
Liquid Argon Minimum Purity - 99.999%
Conversion Data :
|
Units |
Weight in Kg |
Gas in Nm3 |
Liquid in Ltrs |
| 1 Kg |
1.0 |
0.5605 |
0.7176 |
| 1 Ton |
907.2 |
506.6 |
652 |
| 1 Nm3 Gas |
1.784 |
1.0 |
1.2802 |
|
1 Ltr Liquid |
1.3936 |
0.7812 |
1.0 |
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