High-Performance Industrial Grade Calcium Carbide 100kg Drum
Reliable Gas Yield (≥295 L/kg) | UN 1402 Certified Heavy-Duty Packaging
1. Product Overview
Calcium Carbide (CaC2) is an essential inorganic compound extensively utilized for acetylene gas production, steelmaking desulfurization, and organic chemical synthesis. To meet the rigorous demands of modern industrial operations, we supply premium industrial-grade calcium carbide 100kg drum options designed specifically for safe ocean transport and high-volume usage.
By opting for a heavy-duty calcium carbide 100kg drum, global buyers and factory operators benefit from lower unit packaging overheads, reduced handling labor, and optimized container loading efficiency compared to smaller 50kg alternatives.
2. Technical Specifications & Quality Parameters
Manufactured in modern closed electric arc furnaces using high-purity lime and coke, our chemical products maintain strict quality control under ISO 9001 standard protocols.
| Specification Parameter | Standard Value / Guarantee |
|---|---|
| CAS Registry Number | 75-20-7 |
| Hazard Classification | UN 1402 Class 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet) |
| Acetylene Gas Yield (C2H2) | ≥ 295 L/kg (at 20 °C & 101.3 kPa) |
| Phosphine (PH3) Impurity | ≤ 0.08% (v/v) |
| Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Impurity | ≤ 0.15% (v/v) |
| Available Lump Sizes | 25–50 mm, 50–80 mm, 80–120 mm |
| Standard Packaging | 100kg steel drums with inner plastic lining & nitrogen purge |
3. Key Advantages of the 100kg Steel Drum Package
- Hermetic Moisture Barrier: Every single calcium carbide 100kg drum is precision-sealed with heavy-duty rubber gaskets and purged with dry nitrogen gas. This prevents atmospheric humidity from reaching the lumps, eliminating premature gas release and guaranteeing up to 24 months of safe shelf life.
- Logistics & Freight Optimization: Shipping bulk materials in heavy calcium carbide 100kg drums maximizes pallet space inside standard 20ft sea containers (20' FCL), cutting down freight per metric ton and improving turnaround times during port unloading.
- Strict UN Maritime Compliance: Our steel drums undergo drop, stacking, and internal pressure tests to ensure full adherence to IMDG Code standards for Class 4.3 dangerous cargo.
4. Primary Industrial Applications
- Industrial Acetylene Generation: Reacts cleanly with water in commercial generators to produce fuel gas for oxy-acetylene flame cutting, welding, and heat treating.
- Metallurgical Desulfurization: Acts as an efficient slag binder and desulfurizing agent added into hot iron ladles during clean steel manufacturing processes.
- Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a vital feedstock for manufacturing calcium cyanamide (lime nitrogen), PVC resins, and specialized organic intermediates.
Safety Precautions & Storage Guidelines
Store each calcium carbide 100kg drum strictly in a dry, cool, well-ventilated indoor warehouse away from moisture, acids, and open flames. Use mechanical handlers or forklifts during transport to protect structural drum integrity. In case of fire, NEVER apply water or foam; always use dry powder, dry sand, or CO2 fire extinguishers.
