n-Pentane
n-Pentane
Formula: C₅H₁₂, R601A
n-Pentane (C₅H₁₂) is a colorless, flammable liquid with a mild gasoline odor.
Applications
Specifications
Further Specifications
Cylinder Sizes
- One of the primary blowing agents used in the production of polystyrene form and other foams
- Used as a working medium in geothermal power stations in some blended refrigerants
- Solvents in some pesticides
| Grade 2 | Grade 2.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 99.0 % | 99.5 % |
| Other Hydrocarbons | < 1 % | < 0.50 % |
| Sulfur | < 1 ppmv | < 100 ppmv |
| Moisture | < 5 ppmv | < 5 ppmv |
| Total Impurities | < 1 % | < 0.5 % |
| Chemical & Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 72.15 |
| Pressure @ 100° F | 15.3 psia |
| Flammability Limits | 1.4 – 7.8% in Air |
| Valve Outlet | CGA 510 LB CGA 170 |
| Shipping Information | |
|---|---|
| DOT Name | Pentanes |
| Hazard Class | 3 |
| DOT No. | UN 1265 |
| Packaging Group | II |
| DOT Label | Flammable Liquid |
| CAS No. | 109-66-0 |
| Cylinder Size | Fill Weight (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1/2 Ton | 570 |
| LP30 | 136 |
| LP15 | 80 |
| LP05 | 27 |
| LP01 | 7 |
| 49L/Size 300 | 60 |
| 44L/Size 200 | 50 |
| 16L/Size 80 | 19 |
| 7L/Size 35 | 8 |
**Moisture level guaranteed only when Electronic Fluorocarbons prepares the cylinders.
All concentrations are on a mol/mol basis unless otherwise stated.
This product is analyzed liquid phase.
Assay excludes Nitrogen.
Product sold on the basis of total impurities. Individual impurities may vary slightly.
*This gas not available for purchase online.
