Pentane - C5H12
Pentane - C5H12
This page brings together the main information on the pentane (C5H12), its physical characteristics, its effects on health, the means of detecting it (gas detector C5H12) as well as adapted respiratory protection equipment (gas mask or a ventilation device with AX type gas filter).
Main features of the pentane (C5H12)
PCurnounce (C5H12) is relatively inexpensive, it is one of the most volatile liquid alkane at room temperature. It is therefore often used in the laboratory as a solvent that can be evaporated easily and quickly. It's also a blowing agent Used in the production of polystyrene foam and other foams. In some refrigeration circuits (freezers -80 ° C for example), pentane can be added as Refrigerant additive.
Effects of pentane on health
The Essences of pentane (C5H12) are colorless liquids, low viscosity and odors characteristic. They cause signs whose intensity depends on the inhaled concentration. The subject feels first euphorically (as with alcohol) and then for stronger exhibitions, headaches (headache), tinnitus and nausea. For very important concentrations, we will observe signs of incoordination, confusion or convulsive coma.
C5H12 gas detector (pentane)
If the pentane is discernable to the smell, only one C5H12 gas detector will be able to precisely measure the concentrations in the air. In the case of an explosive gas, one will move towards a Pentane detection explosive (% of the lower explosive limit).
For calibration and gas tests of your fixed gas or laptop detectors, pentane standard gas cylkets are available.
Pentane Respiratory Protection (C5H12)
Pentane's essence can be irritating to the eyes, we will move towards a full mask for short time interventions or towards a assisted ventilation device (More comfortable) with anti-gas filters AX up to 30 times the Vlep.