Why measure it?
Perchloroethylene (C2Cl4), which is also sometimes referred to as Tetrachloroethylene or PERC, is a colorless liquid. The liquid readily evaporates into the air and can be toxic to humans if inhaled. Health problems from exposure include headaches, irritation and neurological damage. Long term exposure can also result in various cancers forming in the body.
Where does it come from?
Industrial Uses
Perchloroethylene is an effective chemical solvent used to dry clean clothes. Modern dry cleaning practices have resulted in a significant decrease in the concentration of C2Cl4 being used. However, due to the negative health effects caused by long term exposure, control and monitoring of C2Cl4 is still important in order to keep employees safe in these environments.
Perchloroethylene is also widely used to remove oil and oil-borne contaminants from objects that have undergone processes such as machining, welding and soldering. Modern vapor degreasing techniques have become common practice in the automotive and electronic manufacturing industries.
How we measure it
The Perchloroethylene Sensor Head can be purchased here!
More information on the Aeroqual Gas Detection Monitors can be found on Gas Sensing’s website, as well as the links below: