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The SF6 gas is compressed and stored inside a tank. SF6 Circuit breakers are mainly used for the protection of high voltage circuits.

When it comes to medium and high voltage circuit breakers, there is no better electrical insulator than SF6 gas. How does SF6 gas work in a circuit breaker? Why is circuit breaker electrical testing important? Are there SF6 gas handling considerations when working on an SF6 gas circuit breaker? Read on to learn all this and more.

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On-Site SF6 Gas Cart Maintenance- DILO

Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas has many applications in the electrical transmission and distribution industry. SF6 gas has high dielectric strength, which utilities, governments, and related organizations use in various electrical equipment. Proper usage of SF6 gas requires proper  SF6 cart maintenance. Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure your SF6 gas cart operates as intended. There are several options for gas service cart maintenance. 
A leader in professional and emissions-free gas handling, DILO offers a range of high-quality SF6 gas products, including gas service carts, and maintenance services. Learn more about your maintenance options and other considerations. 

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Technician Performing Analyzer Calibration at DILO

Calibration is an important aspect of any equipment maintenance process. It analyzes the accuracy and consistency of equipment to ensure it delivers the right measurements. It also helps maintain the safety and longevity of equipment. Learn more about professional calibration maintenance in this blog post and why it matters for SF6 gas handling.

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Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

What exactly is Gas Insulated Switchgear? And where and how is it used? Gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) is a type of switchgear used in electrical power systems. Learn more about its benefits, applications, and maintenance in this blog post.

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Maintenance of SF6 Gas Handling Accessories

Any organization using specialty gases for manufacturing and other applications requires the right equipment for proper handling. In the electrical transmission and distribution industry, sulfur hexafluoride is one such gas. It features a high dielectric strength and great insulating properties, making it critical to SF6 gas handling equipment like switchgear and circuit breaker production and for other high-voltage applications. All equipment is subject to damage or defect, making regular maintenance necessary. Read our blog post filled with tips for proper maintenance of SF6 gas equipment and accessories to learn more.

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The 2024 hurricane season is well underway and NOAA has predicted a more active storm season this year. Has your utility team prepared for hurricane season yet? If so, have you included SF6 management in your preparations? Read below to see how your team can best prepare for the hurricane season and how DILO can help. 

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