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Transmission & Distribution

Common SF6 Gas Hazards and How to Avoid Them

Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions
Electrical substation

Sulfur hexafluoride, a highly effective insulator and arc quencher, is commonly found in the power transmission and distribution industry. But to protect equipment, personnel, and the environment, users must be aware of the common SF 6 gas hazards and how to avoid …

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Measuring SF6 Density: A Must for Properly Insulated Switchgear

Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions

SF 6 is highly effective at insulating switchgears, transducers, and circuit breakers – but only if there is enough of the gas in the equipment. Knowing the density of SF 6 is the best way to make sure gas-filled components are not safety compromised. SF6 …

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The 15 Most Frequently Asked Questions about SF6 Gas and SF6 Breakers

Leo Lopez | Know-how
SF6 FAQs

A potent insulator and arc quencher, SF 6 gas is widely used in the world of transmission and distribution, as well as other applications. Find the answers to frequently asked questions about this gas’s attributes, risks, and best practices.   Sulfur …

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WIKA’s Innovative Dehydrator Removes Moisture from SF6 Gas Without Stopping Operations

Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions
Wide shot of a power plant under a blue sky.

Pure SF 6 is an excellent insulator in electric switchgears, but humidity in the gas decreases its insulating ability and can also result in very harmful decomposition products for humans, machinery, and the environment. Created in partnership with a European utility …

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GPU-2000: SF6 Tank for Handling, Replacement, and Cleaning

Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions
Transformer substation

The level of humidity in SF 6 -insulated switchgear must be kept below its water saturation point. If the gas is too humid, it loses some of its insulating properties; corrosion and dangerous leaks can also occur. A complete SF 6  handling instrument monitors the …

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Welcome to the WIKA blog

In our WIKA US blog you can expect many interesting articles on pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement, and also on the subject of calibration technology. Furthermore, there are various insights into the world of the WIKA group of companies – seen from different angles.

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  • Common SF6 Gas Hazards and How to Avoid Them

  • Case Study: Preventing Moisture in SF6 Switchgear with WIKA’s SF6 Gas Dehydrator

  • Electric Utilities and SF6 Equipment Manufacturing


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