Acetylene Gas Overview

Acetylene (C2H2) is a colorless, odorless, and flammable gas. It is the simplest alkyne and is the most important industrial alkyne. Acetylene is produced by the incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. It is a highly reactive gas and is used in a variety of industrial processes.

Applications of Acetylene Gas

Acetylene gas is used in a wide range of applications, including:

• Welding and cutting:Acetylene gas is used as a fuel gas in oxy-acetylene welding and cutting torches.
• Chemical production:Acetylene gas is used in the production of a variety of chemicals, including acetic acid, vinyl acetate, and synthetic rubber.
• Lighting:Acetylene gas is used in carbide lamps and lanterns.
• Food and beverage:Acetylene gas is used in the production of certain foods and beverages, such as artificial ripening of fruits and vegetables and the production of carbonated beverages.

Industries

Acetylene gas is used in a wide range of industries, including:

• Metal fabrication: Welding and cutting shops, metalworking shops
• Chemical industry: Production of acetic acid, vinyl acetate, synthetic rubber, and other chemicals
• Food and beverage industry: Production of artificial ripened fruits and vegetables, carbonated beverages, and other foods and beverages
• Other industries: Mining, construction, and transportation

Purity of Acetylene Gas

Acetylene gas is typically supplied in commercial grade purity, which is 99.5% pure. Higher purity grades are available for some applications, such as chemical production and semiconductor manufacturing.

Supply Options for Acetylene Gas

Acetylene gas is typically supplied in cylinders and bulk tanks. Cylinders are the most common way to supply acetylene for small-volume applications. Bulk tanks are a good option for medium- to large-volume applications.