Helium in Vacuum Testing

At its most basic, vacuum testing is a process applied to industrial hose assemblies in order to detect signs of stress or leaks, and to ensure that the hose will remain sturdy during its daily operation. One of the more beneficial means of detecting signs of stress or leaks during a vacuum test is to use helium. Helium is ideal for collecting clear results in order to figure out the size of a leak and where it is located.

Here we will go into more detail about vacuum testing and exactly how helium can make the process much easier.

Firstly, and most importantly, helium is an incredibly safe way to detect leaks within industrial hose assemblies. Helium is a dormant gas that is also non-toxic - unless exposed to large amounts which can cause asphyxiation; however, this is highly unlikely to occur during a vacuum test. Another rather important “safety feature” of helium is the fact that it is inflammable. In an active working environment with various machinery and moving parts, an inflammable chemical is absolute necessity.

The presence of helium in our atmosphere is virtually undetectable, (within a testing environment of course), making the helium used purposefully within a vacuum test highly noticeable when collecting results. Helium also happens to be the smallest molecule other than hydrogen, (hydrogen being highly reactive and flammable), making it capable of detecting even the tiniest of leaks due to its significantly lower molecular weight

As you can clearly see, the use of helium in vacuum testing is incredibly beneficial for any and all industries looking to carry out industrial hose assembly tests on a regular basis. The results obtained are clearer and far superior when compared to other methods of vacuum testing, and provides a safer means to ensure the efficiency of manufacturing and production within the various industries.

Comments

Industrial Hose Reels & Their Conveniences

Wear and tear can occur if your hose is simply left out for extended periods of time in a hectic, possibly dangerous, working environment. Industrial hoses on a reel keep everything within the application in top condition, removing the chances of unnecessary damage that will require a replacement and subsequently a large cost. The organisation of several industrial hoses in one business can be an absolute nightmare. The space that is required when storing a regular hose can become quite detrimental, so utilising the space saving benefits of a hose reel can save on space and provide a storage area for so much more. Retractable hose reels are designed with features that allow them to be easily mounted on to walls and ceilings, leaving you to utilise the maximum amount of storage and work space as possible. Other reels are designed to be mounted on trucks and heavy duty vans, so if you happen to have a fleet of vehicles that are capable of having reels fixed to them, you can com...

The Basics Behind Industrial Hoses

Industrial hoses are an incredibly useful tool in a variety of manufacturing and production processes. Their characteristics and accessories can be equally variable, so it is vitally important that you know the basics of an industrial hose and how they can benefit the efficiency of workflow within your industry sector. Here we will look at the precise specifications that contribute to industrial hoses. An industrial hose is a flexible container that takes a shape similar to a pipe, and is quite often made of rubber. These “pipes” are used to transport liquids, gases and certain solids from one part of a machine to another, or even a completely different area of the building. Household hoses that a majority of people are familiar with will usually include the common garden hose; however, industrial hoses are used when larger volumes of substances are in need of transportation. Hoses transport those substances via their water-tight lining made of plastic or rubber, which is als...

The Multidisciplinary Nature of AFM

AFM (atomic force microscopy) is used in a seemingly endless range of disciplines, from biology, chemistry and engineering. This is due to its high resolution and versatility, which make it a very useful and powerful tool for imaging the diverse nanoscale world in liquid, air and vacuum environments. AFM use can be highlighted across the disciplines, here are some prime examples of AFM use in specific discipline areas. Biology - Nanoscale mechanics of brain abscess: an atomic force microscopy study A brain abscess is a life-threatening swelling of part of the brain which arises from an infection. In this example, the viscoelastic properties: Young’s modulus and hysteresis (H) of three layers of brain abscess tissue were measured using atomic force microscopy for the very first time. The measurements were performed immediately after surgical removal where the tissue was rough and inhomogeneous in terms of its thickness. Therefore, an AFM instrument with a large z-range movement had...

Industrial Science

Search This Blog