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.
Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is an extremely useful insulator in medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment. It’s stable, non-toxic, non-flammable, and has excellent arc-quenching capabilities. Thus, SF6 is used around the world to insulate live electrical parts and manage the flow of electrical currents.
SF6 gas is inert, non-toxic, and thermally stable. Because of its unmatched arc-quenching capabilities, it is regularly used as an insulator in electric power systems. When handled incorrectly, however, SF6 can have a major environmental impact, as it has an atmospheric lifetime of 3,200 years. Below, you’ll find a set of best practices for safe SF6 gas handling.
Although sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is a highly stable gas in a sterile environment, it is susceptible to contamination in normal working situations. Learn more about SF6 by-products and best practices for performing an SF6 gas quality check.
