Zero Air

Zero Air is produced by mixing pure oxygen with pure nitrogen, thereby eliminating all impurities found in ambient air.

N2 / O2

Zero Air is extensively used in laboratories

Uses

  • Calibrating and running test instruments where small levels of sulphur and nitrous oxide can affect the measurement equipment

Coregas zero air is compressed air packaged in cylinders for analytical instruments, laboratories and industrial applications where a clean, non-flammable air source with minimal hydrocarbons is required. It’s supplied as a gas under pressure with clear guidance for New Zealand storage, handling and transport. (See Safety & Transport below.)

Typical Uses

  • Instrument air for analysis & monitoring: feed air for detectors, dilution/purge streams and zeroing sequences where hydrocarbons must be minimised.

  • Laboratory & industrial utilities: clean, dry air adjacent to analytical equipment and process control.

  • General industrial applications requiring non-flammable compressed air in a cylinder package.

If your method demands specified moisture or THC limits (ppmv/ppb), confirm the required grade at ordering.

Why Choose Coregas NZ

  • Local NZ supply & support with fast delivery and technical guidance.

  • Cylinder stewardship—return cylinders for refilling or end-of-life processing.

  • Clear NZ transport guidance (UN, Hazchem, class) for site SOPs and contractor inductions.

Safety & Handling Essentials

  • Classification (GHS): Gas under pressure — Compressed gas; Signal word: WARNING; H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Non-flammable.

  • General hazards: cylinders can rupture/explode in fire; cool from a protected location.

  • Storage (P410 + P403): Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cylinders upright, restrained, below 65 °C, dry, and away from traffic/exits in a non-combustible area.

  • Handling: do not drag/drop/roll; use a proper cylinder trolley. Avoid uncontrolled releases; ensure adequate ventilation.

  • PPE (normal handling): safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots; respiratory protection not required in normal use.

  • Spills/leaks: evacuate, move (if safe) to a ventilated remote area and allow to discharge; do not repair valves/safety devices; keep gas out of pits/basements.

  • First aid: adverse effects not expected in normal use; treat high-concentration exposure as potential asphyxia risk.

Composition & Properties (Quick Reference)

  • Composition: approx. 21% oxygen, balance nitrogen (no added fuel gases).

  • Appearance: colourless, odourless compressed gas; non-flammable.

Transport & Classification (NZ / International)

  • UN 1002 — AIR, COMPRESSED

  • Class 2.2 — Non-flammable, non-toxic gas

  • Hazchem 2T

  • Vehicle controls: secure cylinders; separate from driver; ensure ventilation; valves closed & capped; driver briefed on hazards and emergency actions.

FAQs — Zero Air

Product Summary

Gas composition

  • Nitrogen Balance
  • Oxygen 21% ± 0.5%

Impurities

Moisture ≤ 15 ppm
Hydrocarbons as methane ≤ 1.0 ppm

Compressed gas sizes

UN number: 1002

Download safety data sheet

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Size Product code Volume / m³ Weight (full) / kg Pressure / kPa Outlet connection Availability
G 384150 9.4 20,000 Type 20 NZ wide
Additional Details

Physical & chemical properties

Appearance Odour Flammability
AppearanceColourless gas OdourOdourless FlammabilityNon flammable

Hazard class

2.2

Hazard symbol (GHS)

  • Non-flammable non-toxic gas 2.2
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