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P5 gas mix
A non-flammable gas mixture of argon and methane that is often used as a make up gas in electron capture detectors (ECDs)
Ar / CH4
P5 gas is used extensively in the laboratory
Uses
- Make up gas in electron capture detectors (ECDs)
Product Summary
Gas composition
- Argon balance
- Methane 5% ± 0.3%
Impurities
Moisture ≤ 25 ppm
| Size | Product code | Volume | Weight (full)* | Pressure | Outlet connection | Availability | Cert. of conformance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 267150 | 10 m³ | 20,000 kPa | Type 20 | New Zealand wide | Download |
Additional Details
Physical & chemical properties
| Appearance | Odour | Flammability |
|---|---|---|
| AppearanceColourless gas | OdourOdourless | FlammabilityNon flammable |
Hazard class
2.2
Hazard symbol (GHS)
-
Non-flammable non-toxic gas 2.2