What is Oxygen Cleaning?
30 January 2025
Oxygen cleaning removes contaminants, particularly hydrocarbons and other combustible materials, from equipment and components that will contact high-pressure oxygen or other oxidizing gases. This process is crucial in industries where oxygen is used.
You can use various cleaning methods are employed to remove contaminants during Oxygen Cleaning. The choice of cleaning method depends on the nature of the contaminants and the materials of the components. Common cleaning methods include:
Solvent Cleaning
The use of solvents to dissolve and remove oils, greases, and other organic materials.
Ultrasonic Cleaning
The use of high-frequency sound waves to create cavitation bubbles, which help dislodge and remove contaminants from surfaces.
Precision Cleaning
This involves using highly purified solvents or cleaning agents to achieve a high level of cleanliness.
What are the Benefits of Oxygen Cleaning in the process instrumentation industry?
Safety
Oxygen cleaning ensures that instrumentation used in oxygen service is free from contaminants, reducing the risk of accidents.
Reliability
Oxygen cleaning helps maintain the reliability and performance of instruments by eliminating potential sources of interference.
Compliance
Many industries have regulations regarding the cleanliness of equipment used in oxygen or high-purity gas service. Oxygen cleaning helps ensure compliance.
The slightest contamination or residue left on the systems’ moving parts may cause friction, which could produce enough heat that when combined with access to a fuel source (residue) could combust, auto-ignite, and possibly explode inside oxygen-rich systems.
It’s important to note that the standards and procedures for this can vary depending on the industry and the specific application. Industry standards and regulations often guide the process to ensure that it consistently meets safety requirements and remains in compliance.
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