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N-Pentane

Your Professional N-Pentane Supplier

 

Our goal is to become your true partner in the field of n-pentane in China. Nanjing ZL Energy Co.,Ltd mainly engaged in the technology research and development, production and sales of refrigerant, foaming agent and other energy products as well as fluorine refrigerant series products. We have a skilled engineering team dedicated to refining every stage, from product development and process improvement to production oversight, ensuring every product delivered meets rigorous quality and performance standards. The price is competitive and the product is quality-assured, which is a good choice for your long-term cooperation.

 

 
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Why Choose Us
 

Fast transportation

In order to better serve customers, the company has established its own dangerous goods transportation fleet and established a stable and efficient transportation channel.

 

Production equipment

We have 4 production lines, pressure horizontal storage tanks, spherical tanks and a complete analytical laboratory.

 

Our certification

We have ISO, SGS, ROHS and other certifications.

 

Our services

In the pre-sales stage, our team of experts will recommend the most suitable products according to the needs of customers and provide detailed technical consultation. During the sales period, we ensure timely delivery and provide installation guidance. For after-sales, we provide long-term technical support, warranty services and spare parts to help customers maximize the use of products and get reliable maintenance during use.

 

Advantages of N-Pentane

 

 

N-pentane is a colorless and transparent liquid with a low boiling point and high latent heat of evaporation, and has good refrigeration performance. Compared to other blowing agents like HFCs, pentane is generally more affordable.

 

Properties of N-Pentane
 

Product name

N-pentane

Density

0.6± 0.1g /cm³

Boiling point

35.2±3.0 ℃ at 760 mmHg

Melting point

-130ºC

Molecular formula

C5H12

Molecular weight

72.149

Flash point

-49.4±0.0 ℃

Exact mass

72.093903

Appearance

Transparent colorless liquid

Vapor pressure

526.7± 0.0mmHg at 25℃

Refractive index

1.371

 

Use of N-Pentane

 
 
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Pentane is used mainly as a primary blowing agent in the manufacturing of polystyrene foam like EPS, PIR etc. It is used because of its lower cost compared to other chemicals, low boiling point and relative safety when in use.

 
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Geothermal power stations have been using pentane in binary cycle systems wherein warm geothermal water is brought to the surface and passed through a heat exchanger containing pentane. Because of its much lower boiling point compared to water, the pentane heats up the binary fluid causing the turbines to spin. The advantage is that the pentane can be re-used once it condenses and pumped back into the system.

 
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Normal pentane is also used as a solvent and in varied industrial applications such as pharmaceutical, petrochemical, paints & coatings. Pentane is also used in the laboratory as solvents.

N-Pentane Blowing Agent

 

Structure of N-Pentane

 

 

Pentane contains 5 Carbon atoms and 12 Hydrogen atoms. The chemical formula of Pentane is C5H12. Three isomers are there for pentane, they are n-pentane, Isopentane, and Neo pentane. N-pentane is a straight-chain, Isopentane is branched like 2-methyl butane and Neo pentane is branched like 2,2-dimethyl propane. Another structure of pentane is Cyclopentane which is arranged like a ring.

 

Safety Guidelines for Using N-Pentane

 

Storage precautions Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Storage temperature must not exceed 29℃. Keep the container sealed. It should be stored separately from oxidants and should not be mixed. Use explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities. Mechanical equipment and tools that are prone to sparks should not be used. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and appropriate containment materials.

 

Packing and Shipping of N-Pentane
 

Packing

Be stored in high-pressure cylinders or tanks

Shipping

Shipped by road, sea, rail

 

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is n-pentane used for?

A: N-Pentane is an ingredient of crude oil and a component of the condensate from natural gas production. It is primarily obtained from the processing of crude oil.

Q: Is n-pentane a hydrogen bond?

A: The pentane molecules will have no dipole-dipole forces since it has no overall dipole moment (pentanes are nonpolar) and it has no Hydrogen Bonding because the Hydrogen atoms of pentane are bonded to Carbon.

Q: What are the main uses of pentane?

A: Pentane is present in volatile petroleum fractions and is used as a fuel; in the production of ammonia, olefin, and hydrogen; in the manufacture of artificial ice; in low-temperature thermometers; as a blowing agent for plastics and foams; and in solvent extraction processes.

Q: Is pentane an oil?

A: Pentane is a five-carbon aliphatic compound that is a natural constituent of the major paraffin fraction of crude oil and also found in natural gas. Pentane is a colorless, flammable liquid (the first liquid member of the alkanes) that is lighter than water.

Q: What is the natural source of pentane?

A: N-Pentane and iso-Pentane occur naturally in crude oil and as a by-product of natural gas production. Cyclopentane, a ring-shaped molecule much sought after by the industry, is found more in naphtha (crude petrol), which is obtained in refineries from so-called cracking processes.

We're well-known as one of the leading n-pentane manufacturers and suppliers in China. If you're going to buy high quality n-pentane at competitive price, welcome to get more information from our factory.

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