Methane (CH4)
UN1971 Methane, Compressed
UN1972 Methane, Refrigerated Liquid
Methane is a flammable, colorless odorless compressed gas. Methane may be shipped as a non-liquefied compressed gas in high pressure containers or as a (Cryogenic) Refrigerated Liquid.
Product & Packaging Information
| Purity | Cylinder Size | Contents | Cylinder Pressure 70F | Standard Valve Outlet (CGA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP 99.5% | 300 200 | 360 scf 300 scf | 2400 2265 | 350 350 |
| UHP 4.0 99.99% | 300 200 | 360 scf 300 scf | 2400 2265 | 350 350 |
99.999% | 300 200 50 L | 360 scf 300 scf 445 scf | 2400 2265 2940 | 350 350 350 |
99.9995% | 300 200 50 L | 360 scf 300 scf 445 scf | 2400 2265 2940 | 350 350 350 |
| Product Data | |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 16.04 |
| Specific Volume | 24.1 cf / lb @ 70F |
| Compressed Density @ 1 atm and 70F | 0.0415 lb / ft³ |
| Density at boiling point | 3.552 lb / gal @ -259F |
| Flammability in Air | 5.0-15% in Air |
| U.S. D.O.T. Hazard Class | 2.1 |
| U.S. D.O.T. Label | Flammable Gas |
| Refrigerant Number | R-50 |
