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Nitrogen (N2)

Medical nitrogen in liquid and gaseous form for cryobiology & dermatology applications.
 

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We are Canada’s leading supplier of medical liquid nitrogen and medical gaseous nitrogen for cryobiology and dermatology applications.

Medical applications

Nitrogen gas is neutral and colourless, and does not sustain life. Nitrogen is mainly found in the atmosphere where it accounts for about 78% of the air we breathe.

Liquid nitrogen is essential for cryobiology - the preservation of biological substances. At extremely low temperature (-196°C) liquid nitrogen is used to preserve blood, sperm, embryos, bone marrow and other biological samples without diminishing their intrinsic qualities.

In dermatology, nitrogen is used for cryosurgery and cryotherapy, enabling the treatment of cutaneous micro-trauma.

Nitrogen gas is also used in healthcare:

  • As a drive for medical tools and equipment
  • As a zero and balance gas for analysis in breathable gas mixtures

Product information

Identification

Product form: Substance
Substance name: Nitrogen (compressed) / Nitrogen (liquid)
Formula: N2
Synonyms: Nitrogen (liquified) / Nitrogen gas / Nitrogen, liquefied / NITROGEN / Nitrogen, compressed / Floxal / ALIGAL™ 1 / ALBee Cool / LASAL 2001

Composition

Name Product identifier % Classification (GHS-CA)
Nitrogen (CAS-No.) 7727-37-9 100 Press. Gas (Comp.), H280

Ordering information

Cylinder size guide

We offer NITROGEN NF (Liquid DIN: 02297248 / Gas DIN: 02248173) in a variety of cylinder sizes to meet the needs of your facility and your healthcare objectives.

Ordering number Cylinder size  Content Pressure at 21°C  (P.S.I.) CGA connection Height Diameter Weight
NIM3 3 (D) 0.4 m3 2015 960 50.8 cm 10.2 cm 3.6 kg
NIM5 5 (E) 0.6 m3 2015 960 73.7 cm 10.2 cm 6.4 kg
NIM22 22 (M) 3.2 m3 2217 580 124.5 cm 17.8 cm 29.5 kg
NIM44 44 (K) 6.3 m3 2217 580 142.2 cm 22.9 cm 56.7 kg

Safety information

Nitrogen requires special care as it may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. Know the hazards and promote education for your patients and medical staff, to avoid safety hazards and create a safe work and living environment.

Safety data sheet (SDS)

Safe cylinder handling

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