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Inert Compressed Gases

Inert gases are non-combustible, non-flammable, and non-reactive to many materials.

Examples

  • Argon
  • Helium
  • Nitrogen
  • Neon

Precautions

  • Inert gases also displace oxygen and can produce a localized oxygen-deficient atmosphere, and therefore should not be used in enclosed or confined spaces without proper ventilation and/or respiratory protection. 
  • Some inert gases are also cryogenic in their liquid state. 
  • Inert gases are odorless, colorless, and tasteless - making them even more dangerous because they cannot be detected by a person's senses. 
  • Always check for leaks and ensure equipment is in proper working order.