Compressed Air/Shop Air

Compressed / Shop Air

Most often used as a fuel gas for flame ionization gas chromatography (FID), compressed or shop air is utilized by a variety of industries. The food production and pharmaceutical industries use compressed air as a biological atmosphere when humidity control is necessary for controlled spaces. It is also utilized in breathing apparatuses in various medical settings.

Properties of Compressed Air

• Molecular Weight: 28.96
• Specific Volume: 13.3 CF/lb
• Flammable Limits: Nonflammable
• CGA Valve: 590
• DOT Name: Air, Compressed
• UN No.: UN1002
• DOT Class: 2.2
• DOT Label: Nonflammable Gas
• CAS Registry: 25635-88-5