Aluminum Gas Cylinders
Aluminum cylinders are lighter in weight, corrosion-resistant, and non-magnetic and are used in various industries, including fire extinguishers, industrial processes, medical equipment, scuba diving, and speciality gases.
DSW is a manufacturer of high-pressure aluminum and steel cylinders used in industrial gas, specialty gas, medical, and beverage applications.
Features
Weight: Aluminum cylinders are significantly lighter than their alloy steel counterparts. This makes them ideal for applications where weight is a constraint.
Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium is naturally corrosion-resistant, ensuring the longevity and safety of the gas stored within.
Non-Magnetic: Unlike other materials, aluminium is non-magnetic, making it suitable for applications where magnetic interference must be avoided.
Aluminium gas cylinders can be refilled with rare, high-purity, calibration and special gases.
It is used to be filled and refilled with various kinds of gases, such as rare gases, high purity gases,
standard gases, and special gases, with a wide range of applications in chemical and electronic,
medical treatment, gas and coal mining fields, which is the ideal substitute for the steel cylinder.
- Aluminum Alloy 6061: This alloy is widely used for manufacturing aluminum cylinders due to its excellent strength, weldability, and corrosion resistance. It offers good formability and is suitable for various applications, including pressure vessels and structural components.
- Aluminum Alloy 6063: Similar to 6061, 6063 aluminum alloy offers good strength and corrosion resistance. It is often used in applications where extrusion properties are essential, making it suitable for manufacturing aluminum cylinder bodies with complex shapes.
Application
- Medical Industry: Aluminum cylinders frequently store medical gases such as oxygen, nitrous oxide, and medical air. These cylinders provide respiratory support in hospitals, clinics, and emergency medical services.
- Scuba Diving: Aluminum cylinders serve as primary containers for compressed air or enriched air nitrox scuba divers use. Their lightweight nature makes them ideal for underwater exploration, providing divers with the necessary breathing gases for extended periods.
- Beverage Industry: Aluminum cylinders store and dispense carbon dioxide (CO2) gas in beverage production and dispensing systems. They are commonly used in bars, restaurants, breweries, and soft drink manufacturing facilities to carbonate beverages and maintain carbonation levels.
- Firefighting: Aluminum cylinders are utilized in portable firefighting equipment, such as fire extinguishers, for storing compressed gases like carbon dioxide, nitrogen, or dry chemical agents. These cylinders provide a reliable and portable source of firefighting agents for tackling small fires.
- Industrial Applications: Aluminum cylinders are used in various industrial processes where compressed gases are required, including welding, metal fabrication, chemical processing, and automotive manufacturing. They are often employed for storing gases such as argon, helium, hydrogen, and acetylene.
- Agriculture: Aluminum cylinders are utilized in agricultural applications to store compressed gases used in crop protection, such as pesticides and herbicides. These cylinders provide a convenient and portable solution for applying agricultural chemicals in the field.
- Aviation and Aerospace: Aluminum cylinders store compressed gases in aircraft and spacecraft’s pneumatic, emergency oxygen, and propulsion systems. Their lightweight construction is particularly advantageous in aerospace applications where weight savings are critical.
