Tube Perchloroethylene 2/a (10) | Draeger

• Gas to Detect: Perchloroethylene (C₂Cl₄), also known as tetrachloroethylene.

• Detection Range:

  • Lower detection limit: 2 ppm (parts per million)

  • Upper detection limit: 10 ppm

• Principle of Detection:

  • Colorimetric detection method: The gas reacts with the reagents inside the tube, causing a color change, which can be matched to a scale to determine the concentration.

• Sampling Time:

  • Typically, a sampling time of around 1 to 3 minutes, depending on concentration levels and airflow.

• Type of Tube:

  • Single-use, short-term measurement tube.

  • Designed for use with Draeger pumps such as the Draeger Accuro pump.

• Measuring Accuracy:

  • ±10% accuracy within the specified concentration range (2–10 ppm).

• Shelf Life:

  • Typically, the tubes have a shelf life of 2 to 3 years when stored properly.

  • Store the tubes in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and temperature extremes to ensure long shelf life.

• Tube Volume:

  • Usually, each detection tube contains 5–10 mL of reagent solution.

• Temperature Range:

  • Generally, tubes perform best within a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).

• Humidity Range:

  • Designed for use in environments with 30% to 90% relative humidity.

• Tube Dimensions:

  • The length is usually around 12 cm, with a diameter of 1 cm.

Safety and Handling

• Toxicity of Perchloroethylene:

  • Perchloroethylene is a toxic chemical and potential carcinogen. It can cause health issues if inhaled in large quantities. Always handle with care and use in well-ventilated areas.

• Proper Ventilation:

  • Ensure that work environments using this tube are properly ventilated to avoid the accumulation of vapors.

• PPE Requirements:

  • Wear appropriate protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection, when handling detection tubes and working with Perchloroethylene.

• Waste Disposal:

  • Dispose of used tubes and chemicals according to local regulations for hazardous waste disposal.

Applications

• Industrial Use:

  • Dry cleaning: Perchloroethylene is commonly used as a solvent in dry cleaning.

  • Chemical manufacturing: It is used in the production of various chemicals and polymers.

  • Solvent extraction: Used in degreasing and other cleaning applications in manufacturing industries.

• Environmental Monitoring:

  • Detect and monitor PCE emissions in the workplace or in industrial exhaust.

• Workplace Safety:

  • Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations by detecting harmful vapors.

Advantages

• Portability:

  • The Draeger tubes are compact and portable, making them easy to use in the field for on-the-spot measurements.

• Simple Operation:

  • The colorimetric method provides immediate, visible results without the need for complex equipment or calibration.

• Cost-effective:

  • Provides an affordable and quick solution for monitoring Perchloroethylene levels, especially when used with Draeger’s handheld pumps.