Product Description
CH₄ 1.0% (20% LEL) / O₂ 18.0% / Nitrogen (N₂) Balance Calibration Gas
Improve the accuracy and reliability of your gas detection equipment with this CH₄ 1.0% (20% LEL) / O₂ 18.0% / Nitrogen (N₂) balance calibration gas, specifically formulated for calibration, bump testing, and preventative maintenance of portable and fixed gas detection systems. Supplied in a 17-liter disposable steel cylinder with a 240 PSI fill pressure and a CGA-600 valve connection, this non-reactive calibration gas mixture delivers stable, repeatable gas concentrations for dependable detector verification in industrial applications.
Calibration Gas Composition
| Gas | Concentration |
|---|---|
| Methane (CH₄) | 1.0% (20% LEL) |
| Oxygen (O₂) | 18.0% |
| Balance Gas | Nitrogen (N₂) |
This methane calibration gas is ideal for industrial hygienists, EHS professionals, maintenance technicians, and safety managers responsible for calibrating combustible gas detectors used throughout oil & gas, manufacturing, wastewater treatment, mining, utilities, chemical processing, confined space entry, and numerous other industrial environments where dependable gas monitoring is essential.
Cylinder Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Cylinder Size | 17 Liters |
| Pressure | 240 PSI |
| Water Capacity | 0.6 Cubic Feet |
| Valve Connection | CGA-600 |
| Cylinder Material | Steel |
| Cylinder Type | Disposable |
| Reactivity | Non-Reactive |
The compact 17-liter disposable steel cylinder is well suited for portable calibration kits, field service work, and routine detector maintenance where convenience and mobility are important. Its lightweight design allows technicians to efficiently maintain detector accuracy, verify sensor response, reduce instrument drift, and support compliance with workplace safety requirements through regular calibration procedures.
If your application requires a different methane concentration, oxygen percentage, cylinder size, or specialty gas blend, we manufacture custom calibration gas mixtures for virtually every gas detection application. Contact our team for a fast custom quote if your required mixture is not available in our online store.