Argon
Argon
CGA 580
Form: Gas
Physical Constants of Gas
- • Chemical Name: Argon
- • Chemical Formula: A or AR
- • Molecular Weight: 39.948
- • Specific Gravity (Air=1) 7o°F: 1.378
- • Critical Pressure: 705.4 psia
- • Critical Temperature: -188.4°F
Shipping Data:
- • DOT Label: Nonflammable Gas
- • DOT Hazard Class: Nonflammable Gas
- • DOT Name: Argon
- • UN Number: UN1006
Safety Data
- • TLV : Simple Asphyxlant (ACGIH 1989-1990)
- • Fire Potential: Nonflammable
- • Odor: None
- • Major Hazards: High Pressure and Suffocation
Typical Uses:
- • Filling of incandescent light bulbs; Arc welding shielding gas; Gelger counter tubes; Lasers; Furnace brazing; Decarburization of stainless steel.
