What are the properties and uses of the oxygen produced by the oxygen generator?
The oxygen generator produces 93%-95% pure oxygen through molecular sieve technology, and is widely used in scientific research experiments, electronic manufacturing, and high-altitude mountaineering. Its safety and precise control provide reliable protection for industrial and outdoor scenarios.
With the continuous development of oxygen generator technology, the oxygen generator is a device that can separate oxygen from the air. It can now produce oxygen with a purity of 93%-95%. However, for the oxygen produced by the oxygen generator to truly realize its value, it is essential to understand its properties and uses.
I. The principle of industrial oxygen generators
Currently, oxygen generators are commonly used equipment in small and medium-sized industrial scenarios. The core principle is to separate oxygen from the air, using the physical property differences of various components in the air. Through “adsorption-renewal”, they usually have two towers, and pre-treated compressed air enters one of the adsorption towers. Under high pressure, molecular sieves preferentially adsorb nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and other impurities in the air, while oxygen is hardly adsorbed. When the adsorption agent reaches saturation, the pressure is reduced through a relief valve to approach atmospheric pressure, and the adsorption capacity of molecular sieves drops sharply. The adsorbed nitrogen is “desorbed” and discharged from the bottom of the tower along with a small amount of residual air, waiting for the next cycle. The two towers alternate to ensure continuous oxygen output and avoid interruption.
II. Properties of the oxygen produced by the oxygen generator
● Safety: The oxygen produced by the oxygen generator is purified and does not contain harmful substances such as carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
● Stability: Through molecular sieve adsorption or membrane separation technology, the oxygen concentration and flow rate can be precisely controlled, avoiding interference from impurities.
● Colorless, odorless, and tasteless: The output oxygen is a pure gas, without odor, no irritation, and meets the sensory requirements of human breathing, and will not cause breathing discomfort.
III. Main uses
1. Research field
Oxygen generators play an important role in the research field, providing stable and controllable oxygen environments for specific laboratories. For example, in material combustion experiments, high-purity oxygen can help researchers observe the reaction process more precisely.
2. Industrial field
Oxygen generators are also widely used in the industrial field. For example, in the process of electronic component manufacturing, oxygen can be used in cleaning, oxidation, and silicon wafer growth processes.
3. Outdoor field
Oxygen generators are also widely used in outdoor scenarios. For example, in high-altitude oxygen-deficient environments, using an oxygen generator can improve the body’s utilization efficiency of oxygen and help mountaineers better adapt to high-altitude environments.
IV. In the re-production of oxygen generators, strict control of key links is required. The main matters are as follows:
1. Core component inspection and replacement: Focus on checking key components such as molecular sieves and compressors. Molecular sieves need to be inspected for adsorption efficiency. If the adsorption capacity decreases, they need to be replaced to avoid oxygen purity not meeting standards; compressors need to be checked for air tightness and pressure stability. If there is leakage or pressure fluctuation exceeding ±0.05MPa, they need to be repaired or replaced with parts.
2. Environmental ventilation and real-time monitoring: The oxygen generator room must maintain good ventilation to prevent oxygen from accumulating locally and reaching high concentrations. At the same time, install an oxygen concentration alarm to monitor the oxygen content in the environment in real time.
3. Cleaning and anti-corrosion treatment: Clean the pipelines, storage tanks, etc., and remove residual impurities and oil stains; apply anti-corrosion coating treatment to metal components, especially for equipment used in humid environments, strengthen anti-rust processes to extend the service life of the equipment.
In conclusion, the oxygen generator is a powerful device that plays a crucial role in multiple fields, providing high-concentration oxygen in research, industrial, and outdoor scenarios.
