Acetylene (C₂H₂)

What is acetylene?

Acetylene is a colorless gas composed of carbon and hydrogen (C₂H₂), characterized by its high flammability and lower density than air. In its pure form, it is odorless.

Thanks to its high calorific value (the flame temperature can reach 3,100 °C when mixed with oxygen), acetylene is one of the most widely used fuel gases in industrial applications, especially in welding and metal cutting processes.

Acetylene applications

Acetylene plays a fundamental role in various production sectors, whether as a fuel, raw material, or component of technical mixtures. Its main uses include:

1. Welding and oxy-fuel cutting (oxyacetylene)

• Used in autogenous welding and oxy-fuel cutting processes, combining acetylene with oxygen to generate a high-intensity flame, known as oxyacetylene welding.
• Ideal for steel cutting, localized heating, and industrial maintenance.

2. Metal heat treatment

• Used in processes requiring uniform and rapid heating.
• Useful for hardening, preheating, or stress relieving in metal structures.

3. Chemical industry

• Used as a raw material in chemical syntheses for the production of organic compounds.
• Participates in polymerization reactions and other laboratory processes on an industrial scale.

4. Calibration and gas mixtures

• It is used alone or in combination with other gases in mixtures for calibrating analyzers and laboratory equipment.
• Compatible with formulations in pressurized cylinders under safety controls.

5. Glass and armament production

• In the glass industry, acetylene is used to lubricate molds during container manufacturing.
• It is also used in technical metal coatings, including those for the arms industry.

Supply formats

At OXIGEN salud, we offer acetylene in various formats to meet the needs of each client:

- Individual cylinders in different capacities for workshops, laboratories, or occasional use.

- Cylinder packs for industrial consumption or high demand.

- Containers with safety valves that guarantee a controlled supply in compliance with regulations.

All containers are compatible with standard oxy-fuel cutting equipment and meet safety requirements for combustible gases.

Why choose OXIGEN Health?

At OXIGEN Salud, we have extensive experience in supplying technical gases such as acetylene, and we offer solutions tailored to each sector and application. We also provide technical advice for the safe use of the gas and the installation of appropriate systems.

Looking for a reliable acetylene supplier with safety guarantees and professional technical service? Contact OXIGEN salud and discover how to improve your processes with the most versatile fuel gas in the industry.

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