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

05/03/2019 | 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: An All-in-One Solution for SF6 Handling, Replacement, and Cleaning

04/19/2018 | Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions
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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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Water: The Most Powerful Impurity in SF6 Gas-Insulated Switchgear

04/17/2018 | Leo Lopez | SF6 Gas Solutions
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Sulfur hexafluoride is the gas most commonly used as insulator in power transmission and distribution switchgear. Water, however, can negatively affect the dielectric capabilities of SF 6  gas. To prevent operational and safety issues, it is important to measure and …

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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: Transmission Company Extends Equipment Life, Saves Money with WIKA’s SF6 Gas Dehydrator
  • Water: The Most Powerful Impurity in SF6 Gas-Insulated Switchgear
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