Butane C4H10

Presentation and dangerousness of Butane (C4H10)
Belonging to the family of alkanes, butane is a saturated hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C4H10 existing in two isomeric forms: n-butane and isobutane. It is a compressed liquefied gas, odorless and colorless, soluble in alcohol and ether. Mainly used as a fuel for domestic use, butane is also used in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, natural/synthetic resins, cleaning/degreasing products, and brake fluids. It is also found as a fuel in gas lighters, and as a solvent for extracting vegetable oils, waxes, perfumes, hormones, antibiotics or vitamins.

Butane (C4H10) is a highly flammable gas that can form an explosive mixture with air. Harmful if ingested, it can cause a rash, serious eye injuries, as well as dizziness or drowsiness. Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of butane also poses a very high risk of asphyxiation.

The essential characteristics of a Butane (C4H10) detector
Aces offers several models of butane detectors. These devices precisely meet the requirements of industrial or tertiary sector in terms of gas detection.