For several decades, sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) has been widely used in the electrical transmission and distribution industry. New developments have made it easier to handle SF6 without emissions, and the development of alternative gasses offers further advancements for environmental sustainability. In this post, DILO highlights the history of SF6 gas and the evolution of its applications.
To ensure its purity, SF6 gas must be filtered through an extensive process with the use of specialized equipment. Learn more about the SF6 filtration process from the advanced SF6 gas specialists at DILO.
Safety data sheets can be several pages long, depending on the complexity of the chemical. Given the amount of information listed, reading and understanding SDS forms can be difficult. Learn more about safety data forms and how to read them from DILO in this blog post.
Sulfur hexafluoride, commonly known as SF6 gas, is used in the electrical utility sector and other industries. Its properties, such as a chemically stable structure, high vapor density, and exceptional arc quenching abilities, make it well suited for insulation for medium and high-voltage electrical applications, but also healthcare, magnesium production, particle accelerators, and etching.
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is frequently used in electric power systems and other industries. While it’s non-toxic and thermally stable, SF6 is also the most potent greenhouse gas.
Analyzers and weight scales are important for ensuring zero emissions of SF6 gas. While analyzers should be calibrated every two years on average, weight scales need to be calibrated annually. Learn more about SF6 calibration cycles from DILO.
