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.
SF6 is a man-made gas used in Gas Insulated Equipment (GIE) in the Transmission & Distribution of Power Industry. But is it a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change? Click below to find out.
We all want to take steps in our businesses and personal lives that are good for the planet. But what does that look like in practice? Learn about net zero meaning and the goal of net-zero emissions from DILO.
