Gastec 3200 Diffusion Tube for Multiple Components Calibration

Description

Optimizing Analytical Accuracy with Gastec 3200 Diffusion Tube for Multiple Components

In professional analytical environments, the ability to replicate complex gas mixtures is vital for proper equipment calibration. The Gastec 3200 Diffusion Tube for Multiple Components addresses the limitations of previous single-component models by enabling a multi-gas generation process. This capability is particularly crucial when dealing with industrial solvents, such as thinner, where multiple volatile components are present simultaneously.

The system works by facilitating the controlled diffusion of specific solvents to create a stable calibration gas environment. By employing this multi-component approach, technicians can calibrate their instruments against a more realistic representation of the gases they will encounter in the field. This not only saves time during the calibration phase but also drastically improves the reliability of analytical testing results across various industrial applications.

Brand

Gastec

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Specifications

Based on the provided documentation, the Gastec 3200 system includes the following technical parameters:

Model Number: 3200
Capacity: Simultaneous generation of up to 4 types of gases
Application Focus: Multi-component solvent calibration (e.g., thinner)
Purpose: Enhancing analytical testing and gas detector calibration

Features

Multi-Component Calibration Capability: A single tube can generate precise, known concentrations of up to 3-5 different gas components (e.g., H₂S, CO, SO₂, NO₂, Cl₂) simultaneously, depending on the specific tube model.
Primary Standard Accuracy: Functions as a gravimetrically certified primary standard, providing NIST-traceable or ISO 17025-accredited gas concentrations with high accuracy and reliability for quality assurance protocols.
Permeation/Diffusion Technology: Contains solid or liquid chemical compounds sealed within a precision-engineered polymeric tube. Gases permeate through the tube wall at a constant, temperature-dependent rate, creating a predictable gas stream when placed in a controlled carrier gas flow.
Cylinder-Free & Safe Operation: Eliminates the logistical hazards and costs associated with high-pressure calibration gas cylinders. The sealed tubes contain only minute amounts of chemicals, significantly enhancing safety during handling, transport, and storage.
Temperature-Controlled for Stability: Used with a dedicated thermostat (oven) that maintains the tube at a constant, precise temperature (typically 30°C, 40°C, or 50°C), ensuring a stable and repeatable gas emission rate.
Long Service Life & Traceability: Each tube has a certified emission rate and a long operational lifespan (often 1-2 years). It comes with a unique serial number and a calibration certificate for full metrological traceability.

Applications

Field Calibration of Portable Gas Detectors: Used with portable calibrators to verify and adjust the response of multi-gas monitors (e.g., for confined space entry) on-site without carrying multiple heavy gas cylinders.
Laboratory Instrument Calibration: Serves as a primary standard for calibrating gas chromatographs, fixed gas detection system controllers, ambient air analyzers, and environmental monitoring stations.
Quality Control & Compliance Testing: Essential for industries requiring stringent calibration records to comply with OSHA, EPA, or other regulatory standards for worker safety and environmental emissions monitoring.
Research & Development: Provides a precise and adjustable source of mixed gases for testing sensor performance, conducting exposure studies, and developing new detection technologies.
Utility and Emergency Response: Enables rapid deployment and calibration of monitoring equipment in remote locations or during emergency incidents where traditional gas cylinders are impractical.