Argon is one of the Noble gases. It is a colorless and odorless gas which is inert to other substances. Most commonly, the welding industry employs Argon gas as it provides an inert atmosphere in which welded metals will not oxidize. In fact, a wide range of Industrial Practices employ Argon gas in Saudi Arabia.
Top uses of Argon gas:
It is a colorless, odorless, non-reactive gas so it has many industrial uses in various industries:
Healthcare Industry:
It is used extensively within the healthcare industry as it is capable of targeting areas with extreme precision, for instance:
– In the treatment of retinal detachment and retinal phototherapy for those who are diabetic.
– Argon gas is commonly used in surgeries especially in welding arteries and destroying tumors.
Heart arrhythmias treatments and alterations in the rhythm of the heartbeat.
Lighting bulbs:
Argon gas becomes the preferred gas for lighting purposes, for the followings:
- It emits light at a much lower voltage within neon tubes in lighting which saves money.
- It prolongs the life of the bulb in the incandescent light bulbs by preventing quick oxidation of the filament.
Manufacturing Industry:
It is used popularly in the synthesis of metals, as it checks oxidation and displaces undesirable gases such as carbon monoxide. Some of Agron applications in manufacturing:
- In welding and casting, especially in the making of specialty alloys and manufacturing titanium.
- As a shield gas during arc welding as it does not react with any kind gases and metal and provides an oxygen- and nitrogen-free environment.
- In aluminum production, to remove particles in molten aluminum and dissolved hydrogen.
- In degasification, as it is an inert gas, it can give oxygen- and nitrogen-free settings for heat-treating procedures.
- Due to its Physical properties, it can reduce heat transfer between the panes of glass by using as a filler gas between the glass panes of thermal window frames.
- It can also mix with other gases to make specialty blends as per the requirement.
Electronics:
It provides a protective atmosphere and medium heat-transfer for growing germanium and silicon crystals which produce ultra-pure semiconductors.
Food and Beverage:
Argon is an ideal choice for packing because it displaces oxygen more efficiently which prevents oxidation and helps to extend the shelf-life, maintain freshness, and increase the quality of the products.
Automotive:
As a multi-purpose gas, Argon gas is ideal for the automotive industry. In addition, many different applications employ its inert property including metal production, fabrication, processing and more.
Construction:
Argon gas helps to increase the efficiency and performance in thermal windows. In this industry, Argon fills each section of the thermal windows, to slow the transfer of heat through the windows. Argon gas is one of the best choices over air fill as it does not create a layer of fog when the weather gets cooler.
3D printing in Argon Gas:
The 3D printing process benefits Argon to prevent oxidation or rusting and limit the stress impact while the printing material goes through rapid heating and cooling.
How to get Argon gas?
Pure Air provides Argon as a compressed gas or liquid in a variety of sizes and forms (Cylinder, Micro Bulk, Bulk) manufactured to the highest standards and quality.
