Ethane

RARE & SPECIALITY GAS

Ethane is a flammable, colorless, odorless, liquefied gas. Ethane is used in many industrial applications and some high purity semiconductor uses. Ethane is supplied in various cylinder and bulk container sizes.

Ethane has a typical purity of 99.0%; for purities or applications that require improved product quality please refer to AGP’s specialty gas products.

Ethane Used for the manufacturing of plastics, antifreeze, and detergents.

Ethane Specifications

Atomic Weight Molecular Weight Density
30.07
30.07
0.07990 lb/ft3 @70f, 14.696psia

Ethane Highlights

  • Used in the synthesis of halogenated alkanes, alcohols, and other organic compounds.
  • Used for the manufacturing of plastics, antifreeze, and detergents.
  • Refrigerant in ozone-safe, lower-GWP systems.
  • Modulates etching processes in semiconductor manufacturing.
Ethane Gas

Uses & Applications

Chemical Production

Ethane is the key ingredient in the production of Ethylene

Refrigeration

Ethane is used in a wide range of cryogenic refrigeration systems and solutions.