Tube - Epichlorohydrin 5/c (10) | Draeger

Overview

The Dräger Tube Epichlorohydrin 5/c (Order No. 6728111) is a short-term gas detection tube designed for spot-measurements of the vapour of the chemical Epichlorohydrin (also referred to as 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane) in air. It allows for rapid on-site determination of epichlorohydrin concentrations using the classic Dräger Tube system (glass tube + reagent + pump).

Key Specifications

• Order Number: 6728111.

• Measuring Range: Standard measuring range is approximately 5 to 80 ppm.

• Packaging: Typically a box containing 10 tubes (i.e., ten tests) per pack.

• Typical measurement time: Approx. 8 minutes when used per manufacturer’s stroke count.

• Number of pump strokes: For example, one specification shows 20 strokes for sampling.

• Ambient Operating Conditions: For example, specified temperature range ~10 °C to 40 °C; humidity condition ~5 to 15 mg H₂O/L.

• System Compatibility: Used with Dräger’s “Short-term Tubes” system, typically with a compatible pump (e.g., the Dräger Accuro) for drawing a defined volume of air through the tube.

Features & Benefits

• Rapid field-measurement: Enables quick spot checks of epichlorohydrin vapour levels without needing a full laboratory setup.

• Readily interpretable result: The reagent inside the tube will undergo a visible colour change upon exposure to the target vapour; the concentration is read from a printed scale.

• Portable & convenient: Comes in a compact format (glass tube + pack of 10) suited to on-site safety, leak detection, ventilation checks.

• Reliable brand pedigree: From Dräger, a well-known manufacturer of industrial gas detection equipment and tubes.

• Versatile use-cases: Can be used for workplace air monitoring (occupational exposure), leak detection of epichlorohydrin, and confined space checks.

Applications

• Monitoring of workplaces where epichlorohydrin is used or produced (e.g., epoxy resin manufacturing, chemical intermediates, adhesives).

• Checking for vapour leaks or emissions of epichlorohydrin in industrial processes.

• Pre-entry atmosphere testing in confined spaces where epichlorohydrin may be present.

• Verification of ventilation or controls in environments handling epichlorohydrin.

Usage & Handling Guidelines

1. Select the correct tube (Order No. 6728111) for epichlorohydrin and ensure it is within its shelf-life and stored per manufacturer guidelines.

2. Use a compatible pump (e.g., Dräger Accuro or other recommended pump) to draw the volume of air required by manufacturer instructions.

3. Break off the ends of the glass tube as per instructions to start sampling.

4. Sample: Perform the specified number of strokes (e.g., 20) and wait the stated time (~8 minutes) for reagent reaction.

5. Read result: After sampling, read the reagent’s colour-front change in the tube against the printed scale to determine the approximate concentration in ppm.

6. Interpret result: Compare the reading to relevant occupational exposure limits (OELs), workplace standards or risk thresholds for epichlorohydrin.

7. Act accordingly: If epichlorohydrin concentrations are high, implement ventilation, source control or evacuation as needed.

8. Storage: Store the tubes in original packaging in a cool, dry location, away from extremes of temperature and humidity; check expiration.

Limitations & Considerations

• The measurement range (5-80 ppm) may not be sufficient if very low (<5 ppm) or very high (>80 ppm) concentrations of epichlorohydrin are expected — in such cases alternative methods may be required.

• Colour reading and accuracy depend on correct sampling technique, ambient conditions (temperature, humidity) and compliance with instructions — deviations may affect accuracy (typical standard deviation ±15-20 %).

• Cross-sensitivity: The reagent system may respond to other chlorinated hydrocarbons — caution when interpreting results in mixed-chemistry atmospheres. Free halogens or hydrogen halides may interfere.

• The tube gives a semi-quantitative result rather than a high-precision lab measurement. For detailed quantitative analysis (full calibration), lab instrumentation may still be needed.

• Ensure compatibility with safety regulations: epichlorohydrin is a hazardous substance, so proper PPE, ventilation and risk controls are essential alongside measurement.