Gas sample product sheet

GAS SAMPLING BAGS Non-contaminating, chemically inert, EPA recommended Gas sampling bags offer a convenient, reliable, economical way of collecting airborne chemical hazards. They are chemically inert, leak tested, mechanically strong, reusable, and noncontaminating. They are available in Tedlar®, Multi-Layer Foil, Charcoal Tedlar®, ALTEF, FEP, PFA, TFM and other materials, with a variety of standard and custom fittings as well as optional metal eyelets for easy holding and storage.

Common applications       

Assessing exposure from spills and leaks Biogas and landfill sampling Calibrating Gas Standards Gas Blending Grab Sampling Magnetic Imaging Groundwater Testing

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Measuring Peak Concentrations Indoor Air Sampling Vent Sampling Soil Gas Sampling Hazardous Waste Site Sampling

Tedlar® Bags Tedlar® film has very low gas permeation levels for most compounds, and high tensile strength. Bags resist puncture in the field. 2 mil Tedlar® film is an economical alternative to FEP bags. Tedlar® is much less permeable than FEP and is unaffected by the chemical components of gases generally sampled, like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, radon and mercaptans.

Continuous use temperature from –98° to 400°F (temperature limit depends on fittings used). Required for many EPA testing methods.

ALTEF Bags ALTEF is a proprietary fluoropolymer film developed esspecially for the Gas Sampling market. ALTEF does not exhibit background levels of DMAC or phenol.

ALTEF is not recommended for ketones or esters in high concentrations (>30%) and is not suitable for storing H2S. Maximum operating temperature: 260°F Multi-Layer Foil Bags Our Multi-Layer Foil bags are the best choice for collecting and storing H2S. Ideal for sampling and storing for low molecular weight compounds such as Methane, CO, CO2, Hydrogen, and inert gases which are not stable in Tedlar®, ALTEF, or FEP. Water and vapor proof, these opaque, flexible bags protect light sensitive compounds. They provide up to 5 day sample stability for many VOCs, with minimal adsorption. Custom sizes available. Maximum operating temperature: 190°F

APPROXIMATE STANDARD SIZES

FEP Bags

SIZE/ INCHES

CAPACITY/ LITERS

SIZE/ INCHES

CAPACITY/ LITERS

6x6

0.6

12 x 19

10.0

7x7

1.0

12 x 21

12.0

6 x 10

1.2

18 x 18

16.0

9x9

2.0

18 x 24

25.0

10 x 10

3.0

24 x 24

40.0

FEP is one of the most chemically inert materials for making gas sampling bags. It works well in extreme temperatures ranging from –400° to 400°F; allowing it to be used in most stack sampling conditions. 5 mil FEP film is completely resistant to the most severe corrosives.

Much more permeable than Multi-Layer or Tedlar®. FEP bags can be specified for applications involving corrosive gases.

12 x 12

5.0

24 x 30

56.0

Choice of Fittings and Valves

12 x 15

7.0

24 x 36

73.0

12 x 17

8.0

30 x 30

80.0

12 x 18

9.5

30 x 36

100.0

CUSTOM SIZES AVAILABLE ®

Tedlar is a registered trademark of E.I DuPont Locking Combo® is a registered trademark of Jensen Inert Products Inc. Swagelok® is a registered trademark of Swagelok Inc. Jaco® is a registered trademark of Jaco Manufacturing Inc. HR® is a registered trademark of Halkey Roberts Inc.

Standard valves and fittings offered are: Polypropylene Screw Cap Combo Valve, Polypropylene Locking Combo Valve®, Nickel Plated HR® Barbed Valve, Jaco® Plastic Fitting for Tubing or Septum, TCLP Stainless Steel Septum fitting, Stainless Steel Push/Pull Valve, Stainless Steel Swagelok® type fitting, PTFE On/Off Valve with Stopcock, and PFA fitting.

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GAS SAMPLING BAGS Non-contaminating, chemically inert, EPA recommended Re-using bags

Hints

The EPA does not recommend reusing sample bags for ambient air sampling, due to the possibility of adsorption of previously sampled chemicals onto the inside bag surface. In some cases, bags can be reused, with the following guidelines:

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Before use, thoroughly flush bags with ultra-pure nitrogen or zero air

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During sampling, Fluoropolymer tubing and Fluoropolymer faced septums must be used in order to prevent sample loss.

 Immediately after use, clean bags by flushing and heating, then store with all air evacuated from the bag.

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Bags should not be filled to more than 80% of their maximum volume.

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Charcoal (Black) Tedlar® bags should be used when sampling light sensitive compounds

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Do not store compounds in Tedlar® bags long term due to the possibility that chemicals may adsorb onto the bag surface.

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Bags should not be used to collect reactive or unstable compounds.

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When shipping bags, do not air-ship unless the bags are stored in a pressurized area..

 Long-term storage of air-contaminant mixtures in bags can cause subsequent samples to be contaminated by off-gassing of previous samples adsorbed into the film.  Tedlar® bags can be used for higher MW alcohols without contaminating subsequent samples if cleaned and flushed properly.  Properly cleaned bags can be reused for sampling ethers without interfering with subsequent analysis.

Tedlar® is a registered trademark of E.I DuPont Locking Combo® is a registered trademark of Jensen Inert Products Inc. Swagelok® is a registered trademark of Swagelok Inc. Jaco® is a registered trademark of Jaco Manufacturing Inc. HR® is a registered trademark of Halkey Roberts Inc.

 Tedlar® bags used for sampling styrene or ethyl benzene cannot be reused. Cleaning and flushing will not completely remove these chemicals.

Available Valves and Fittings

Polypropylene Screw Cap Combo Valve with Replaceable Septum

Polypropylene Locking Combo® Valve with Septum

Stainless Steel Push/Pull Valve

Nickel Plated HR® Barbed On/Off Valve

Stainless Steel TCLP Fitting with Replaceable Septum

Plastic Jaco® Fitting for Tubing or Septum

PFA Fitting for Tubing or Septum

Swagelok® Type Stainless Steel Fitting for Tubing or Septum

PTFE On/Off Valve with Stopcock

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CHOOSING THE BEST FILM FOR YOUR GAS SAMPLING BAG NEEDS PROPERTIES

ADVANTAGES

TEDLAR® • Low gas permeation levels – Most gases • Less permeable than FEP, PFA and TFM

ALTEF

MULTILAYER FOIL

• High tensile strength • Withstands temperatures up to 400°F • Unaffected by the chemical components of gases commonly sampled, like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, radon and mercaptons • Developed specifically for gas sampling applications • Chemically inert to most acids, aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds, chlorinated solvents, and alcohols • Max. operating temp: 260°F • ALTEF bags are made of .003” thick film

• Bags resist puncture in the field • Less expensive than FEP, PFA, TFM film • Recommended in many EPA testing methods

LIMITATIONS • Exhibits background levels of DMAC and phenol • High permeation rate for CO 2 • Relatively high permeation rate for O 2

• Suitable for sampling most VOC’s and many sulfur compounds • Low VOC background • Longer sample storage times than most other bag materials • Does not exhibit background levels of DMAC or phenol, as Tedlar® does • Lower permeability than Tedlar® to CO 2, N 2 , CH 4 • Superior resistance to solvents

• More permeable to most compounds than Tedlar® (.003” thick versus .002” for Tedlar® Bags) • Not suitable for sampling ketones and esters in high concentrations (>30%) • Less resistance to UV light than Tedlar® • Many sulfur compounds should be analyzed within 24 hours.

• More expensive than Tedlar® • Ideal for collecting low molecular weight • The only bag material that adequately • Not recommended for collecting low compounds such as: CH 4, H 2 S, CO, CO 2 holds H 2 S for long periods (>5 to 7 days) ppm to high ppb VOC’s due to background levels from bag • Foil layers provide very low • Ideal for collecting low molecular weight materials permeability and complete moisture compounds barrier • Sample stability for up to 5 days for most • Recommend analyzing within 48 • Maximum operating temperature: 190°F compounds hours after collection for methane, hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide • Opaqueness protects samples from • Very low permeability to O 2 , CO 2 and carbon dioxide ultraviolet light • Good VOC stability

• Less expensive than Tedlar® and ALTEF

FEP

PFA

TFM

• One of the most chemically inert • Works well in extreme temperatures materials available for making gas ranging from -400°F to 400°F; allowing it sampling bags to be used in all stack sampling conditions • Maximum operating temperature: 400°F • Heavier gauge (.005”) film is resistant to most severe corrosives as well as • Virtually transparent tolerates applications involving rough handling or difficult service conditions • Less expensive than PFA • Highest purity, most chemically inert film • Not affected by the most corrosive available for making gas sampling bags chemicals, such as HF, Nitric, HCL and • Wide temperature range; from –420°F to Sulfuric Acids 500°F • Withstands temperatures from –400°F to 500°F • High purity, flexible, low permeation • Non-stick, easy to clean versus FEP and PFA • Not affected by the most corrosive chemicals, such as HF, Nitric, HCL and • Translucent Sulfuric Acids • Wide temperature range; from –328°F to 500°F • Sample stability for 4 to 5 days for most compounds • Smooth surface • Withstands temperatures from –400°F to 500°F

• Poor long term storage stability for most VOC’s and sulfur compounds • Much more permeable than Tedlar®, ALTEF, and Multi-Layer Foil bags • More expensive than Tedlar®, ALTEF, Multi-Layer Foil and TFM bags • Lower tensile strength than Tedlar® • Poor long term storage stability for most VOC’s and sulfur compounds • The most expensive film option for gas sampling bags • Much more permeable than Tedlar® • Expensive • Tears easily • Low tensile strength • More permeable than Tedlar®, ALTEF, and Multi-Layer foil bags

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Valves and Fittings for Gas Sampling Bags Features and Benefits Polypropylene Screw Cap Combo Valve with Replaceable Septum Feature

Benefit

On/Off valve function with Economical: Cost savings in manufacturing is passed replaceable septum in a single unit. on to customers. Septum can be changed.

Lightweight.

Reduces shipping costs. Easier to carry in the field.

Made of Inert polypropylene.

Ensures purity of sample and non-contamination.

Quick turning screw cap to open and close valve. Cap stop limits amount cap can be opened.

Quick, easy opening and closing of valve, saves time.

Cap stop leaks from opening cap too far.

Visual confirmation that valve is open or closed.

Prevents accidental sample loss. No guessing whether valve is open or closed.

Replaceable fluoropolymer faced, low bleed septum.

Allows reuse of valve by replacing inexpensive septum.

Designed and manufactured by Jensen Inert Products.

Designed specifically for gas sampling applications.

Polypropylene Locking® Combo Valve with Septum Feature

Benefit

On/Off valve function with septum in a single unit.

Economical: Cost savings in manufacturing is passed on to customers.

Lightweight.

Reduces shipping costs. Easier to carry multiple bags into the field.

Made of Inert polypropylene.

Ensures purity of sample and non-contamination.

Push/Pull (On/Off) valve stem.

Quick, easy opening and closing of valve (< 1 second).

Faster than “twist-action” valves.

Quick Locking function, in closed position, with visual confirmation.

No tools required.

Locked position is easy to verify visually, and prevents accidental sample loss during shipment. Virtually impossible to open or close valve to far.

Fluoropolymer faced septum, with Ultra-low bleed silicone.

Located in base flange of valve with bag film below, so septum does not come into contact with sample inside bag. Septum allows repeated punctures with syringes without leakage. Ultra-low bleed silicone prevents contamination.

Designed, patented and manufactured by Jensen Inert Products.

Designed specifically for gas sampling applications.

Locking Combo® is a Registered Trademark of Jensen Inert Products Inc.

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Valves and Fittings for Gas Sampling Bags Features and Benefits Stainless Steel TCLP Fitting with Replaceable Septum Feature

Benefit

Stainless steel body construction with aluminum cap.

Durability, withstands use in austere sampling conditions. Sample contacts only stainless steel.

Designed and manufactured by Jensen Inert Products.

Lower cost compared to 1/4” Swagelok type fittings and nickel plated Halkey Roberts fitting.

Designed for use with Zero Headspace Extractors.

Validated fitting style for EPA TCLP (Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure) method. Not an “off the shelf” item.

Replaceable fluoropolymer faced septum.

Allows reuse of valve and bag by only replacing septum.

Swagelok® type Stainless Steel Fitting for Tubing or Septum Feature

Benefit

Stainless steel construction.

Durability and ability to withstand use in austere sampling conditions.

Option of cap for tubing or septum.

Allows attachment of tubing or syringe sample extraction by switching caps.

Replaceable fluoropolymer faced septum with large area.

Allows repeated punctures with common lab syringes.

Allows reuse of valve by only replacing septum.

Nickel Plated Halkey® Roberts Barbed On/Off Valve Feature

Benefit

Nickel Plated.

Resists damage from most aggressive chemicals.

Barbed stem for attaching tubing.

Helps hold tubing in place.

Leak resistant seal in closed position.

Prevents sample loss in closed position. However, when stem is not closed, sample air passes into ambient air outside valve.

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Valves and Fittings for Gas Sampling Bags Features and Benefits Plastic JacoÂŽ Fitting for Tubing or Septum Feature

Benefit

Compression ferrule secures tubing Superior grip compared to metal fittings. onto fitting.

Polypropylene molded construction. Inexpensive compared to metal fittings.

Option of cap for tubing, or cap with Allows attachment of tubing or syringe sample septum. extraction by changing caps.

Replaceable fluoropolymer faced septum with large area.

Allows repeated punctures with common lab syringes.

Allows reuse of valve by only replacing septum.

PFA Fitting for Tubing or Septum Feature PFA fluoropolymer construction

Benefit Sample only comes into contact with high purity, inert fluoropolymer PFA, the ultimate in chemical resistance and non-contaminating material.

Option of cap for tubing, or cap with Allows attachment of tubing or syringe sample septum. extraction by changing caps Compression ferrule secures tubing Superior grip compared to metal fittings. onto fitting.

Replaceable fluoropolymer faced septum with large area.

Allows repeated punctures with common lab syringes.

Allows reuse of valve by only replacing septum.

JacoÂŽ is a registered trademark of Jaco Manufacturing Inc.

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Environmental Remediation Equipment Inc.TM T : 514.326.8852 F : 514.326.8961 E-mail : sales@ereinc.com 8605 Champ d'Eau, Montreal, QC, H1P 3B8, Canada

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