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At Atlas Copco we have solutions for nitrogen inflation systems for all types of tyres, whether of passenger car, aircraft or commercial vehicles like buses, trucks, road train trailers or haul trucks for mining.
Why use nitrogen for tyre filling?
Nitrogen is safer – N2 being an inert gas mitigates fire risk and keeps tyres cool and increases tyre life. The cooler running temperature of nitrogen has further safety benefits beyond the prevention of fires.
Pyrolysis is the chemical decomposition of a material due to high temperatures. It can occur in tyres when they heat up excessively as they move at high speed or carry heavy loads, brake a lot, or are subject to misalignment or brake malfunction.
This heat will cause decomposition of the rubber and will release flammable and explosive vapors inside the tyre. While extreme heating and the presence of pyrolysis gases inside the tire cannot always be prevented, limiting oxygen levels in the tyre to maximum 5% can completely remove the risk of explosion.
Nitrogen preserves tyre pressure – N2 escapes the inner liner or tube of the tyre at a slower rate than compressed air. It’s because of its larger molecular structure, which reduces the risk of deflation and unnecessary sources of heat. It can take up to six months for nitrogen-filled tyres to lose 0.14 kilopascals of pressure compared with just one month with compressed air.
The benefits of using nitrogen for tyre inflation
- Minimises the fire risk – nitrogen is an inert, non-flammable gas
- Improves the tyre life – tyres are running at a cooler temperatures and therefore reduces the frequency of replacing tyres
- Reduces corrosion – there is no moisture in pure, dry nitrogen
Higher gas mileage, longer tyre life and cost savings are major benefits of using a nitrogen gas generator for tyre inflation. Nitrogen gas eliminates oxidation (which causes premature tyre wear) and offers better tyre pressure retention. The bottom line is a safer, smoother ride, improved fuel economy, and prolonged tyre life.
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Where to get nitrogen?
Stop thinking of buying liquid nitrogen or gas bottles and generate your own. With on-site nitrogen generation solutions you get an on-demand supply, independence of third parties, peace-of-mind, and increased production uptime. Talk to our experts today. Just click the button below.
6 benefits of on-site gas generation | Atlas Copco
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