HydroCarbons Information

What are Hydrocarbons?

Hydrocarbons are organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon. Most hydrocarbons found on earth naturally occur in crude oil, where decomposed organic matter provides an abundance of carbon and hydrogen. Hydrocarbons are a primary energy source for current civilizations. Extracted hydrocarbons in liquid form are called petroleum, and extracted hydrocarbons in gas form are called natural gas. There are three types of hydrocarbons: saturated, unsaturated, and aromatic. Saturated hydrocarbons are the simplest form, being composed entirely of single bonds. Unsaturated hydrocarbons have one or more double or triple bonds. Aromatic hydrocarbons are compounds that have at least one aromatic ring structure. Hydrocarbons can be gases (methane, propane), liquids (hexane, benzene), waxes or low melting solids (paraffin wax), or polymers (polyethylene, polypropylene).

Health Risks

When hydrocarbons combust, toxic carbon monoxide can form. Hydrocarbons should be kept away from fluorine compounds due to the likelihood of forming toxic hydrofluoric acid. Hydrocarbon poisoning usually occurs accidentally by inhalation or ingestion. Intravenous or subcutaneous injection of petroleum compounds with the intent of suicide or abuse can result in local damage or systemic toxicity such as tissue necrosis, abscess formation, respiratory system failure, and damage to kidneys and central nervous system.

Measuring Hydrocarbons

The products we carry to measure Hydrocarbon levels can be found HERE.

D16	The D16 is a versatile tool designed for gas leak detection, personal safety, spot checking, confined entry, and data logging, and more. It can be used as a portable monitor or as a stationary one that can be set to log data over long periods of time. This customizable unit can be fitted with a variety of sensors and is sold with every accessory you may need for fast and accurate portable gas detection.	specify gas
D12	The D12 is designed for operation in hazardous areas. Its explosion-proof cast aluminum housing is rated for Class 1, Division 1, Group B, C, D locations and is UL, FM, and CSA certified. This monitor can be fitted with a variety of sensors to be used on a wide range of toxic and combustible gases.	specify gas
D12-IR	The D12-IR is designed for operation in hazardous areas using a compact infrared sensor. Its explosion-proof cast aluminum housing is rated for Class 1, Division 1, Group B, C, D locations and is UL, FM, and CSA certified. This monitor can be fitted with a variety of sensors to be used on a wide range of toxic and combustible gases.	specify gas
F12	The Series F12 Gas Transmitter is an Intrinsically Safe monitor designed for the detection of toxic gases in hazardous areas. It is also well suited for general purpose applications. This highly customizable unit can be fitted with a variety of sensors and accessories and is compatible with most fixed mount toxic gas applications.	specify gas
F12D	The Series F12D Gas Transmitter is designed for detection of toxic gases in hazardous areas. It is also well suited for general purpose applications. This highly customizable unit can be fitted with a variety of sensors and accessories and is compatible with most fixed mount toxic gas applications.	specify gas

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