Hydrogen fluoride (HF) – Highly toxic, highly corrosive gas
Precise detection for reliable protection
Hydrogen fluoride is a colorless, pungent smelling gas with extremely high chemical reactivity. It is used in numerous branches of industry such as semiconductor technology, petrochemistry, glass etching, metal finishing and in the production of refrigerants and fluorine compounds. Despite its versatile use, HF is one of the most dangerous gases with a strong toxic and corrosive effect – even in very low concentrations.
Toxic and corrosive risk – Dangerous even from the smallest quantities
HF causes local burns to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract and can penetrate deep into the tissue. It accumulates in body fluids and has a systemic toxic effect. The first irritations occur from as little as 3 ppm, and severe burns and life-threatening consequences can occur from 30 ppm. Particularly treacherous: HF burns are often painless and are therefore frequently underestimated.
The serious health consequences include
- Shortness of breath and pulmonary edema
- Life-threatening calcium and magnesium depletion in the blood
- Deep tissue damage and necrosis
- Systemic poisoning with long-term consequences
No explosion risk – but extremely reactive and corrosive
Hydrogen fluoride is neither flammable nor explosive, but highly reactive and highly corrosive. It reacts violently with water, metals, alkali and glass, producing dangerous gases or heat. Even the smallest leaks can cause serious damage to technical systems and acutely endanger people.
Gas detectors for hydrogen fluoride (HF) – Effective protection through reliable gas measurement
As HF is colorless and odorless, technical monitoring is essential. Our HF gas detectors offer:
- Early warning for concentrations from a few ppm
- Fast response times in the event of leaks or uncontrolled release
- Sensors that detect toxic and corrosive gases
- Integration into alarm systems and security networks
- Stationary and mobile devices for industry, laboratories and hazardous areas
Working safely with hydrogen fluoride – your experts for reliable gas detection
Whether in semiconductor production, the chemical industry or process plants – with Bieler+Lang’s gas detectors for hydrogen fluoride, you can safeguard employees, plants and processes precisely and in accordance with standards.
The following gas sensors and systems from Bieler+Lang can detect hydrogen fluoride
We will be happy to advise you on the selection of suitable detectors and the corresponding evaluation devices for your individual application.
