Product name: calcium carbide
Chemical Formula: CaC2
Package: 50kg, 100kg Steel Drum
Size: 1-4mm,4-7mm,7-15mm,15-25mm,25-50mm,50-80mm,80-120mm
Gas Yield: ≥295L/Kg
Drum Color: Green, Yellow, Black, Gray, Blue or Customized
Grade Standard: Industrial Grade
CAS No.: 75-20-7
EINECS: 200-848-3
Formula: CaC2
Un No: 1402
When sourcing industrial-grade calcium carbide, selecting the right particle size and packaging is critical to maximizing efficiency and reducing operational costs. As a leading, direct calcium carbide factory with over 15 years of export expertise, we deliver premium calcium carbide 50kg drums tailored to meet the strict demands of global B2B buyers.
Our strictly screened 50-80mm calcium carbide represents the most versatile and widely applied size fraction in the market today.
The 50-80mm size fraction is highly sought after across multiple heavy industries due to its optimal surface-area-to-volume ratio:
Acetylene Gas Generation: It is the standard size for large-scale industrial acetylene generators, ensuring a steady, controllable reaction.
Steelmaking & Desulfurization: Used widely in metallurgy to remove sulfur from iron and steel, enhancing steel quality.
Metal Cutting & Welding: Provides a reliable and high-purity fuel source for oxy-acetylene torches in construction and fabrication
As an established manufacturer, we control the entire production chain to guarantee top-tier product integrity:
Stable, Screened Particle Size: Our advanced multi-stage screening process ensures every batch of 50-80mm material is highly uniform, eliminating irregular fragments.
Minimal Dust Content: High dust levels lead to dangerous flash reactions and material waste. Our precision sifting keeps dust to an absolute minimum, ensuring safe handling and clean operations.
Superior Gas Yield: Our product boasts an exceptional, high gas yield (up to 295 L/kg or higher upon request), maximizing your output per ton.
Uncompromising Quality: Engineered with high purity and minimal impurities to ensure a stable, reliable chemical reaction every single time.
While the 100kg drum is common, the calcium carbide 50kg drum offers distinct logistical and operational advantages, especially for regional distributors and mid-to-large-scale end-users.
| Feature | Premium 50kg Drum | Standard 100kg Drum |
| Manual Handling | Excellent. Can be safely maneuvered by workers without heavy forklifts. | Poor. Requires specialized mechanical lifting equipment; higher risk of injury. |
| Moisture Exposure Risk | Very Low. Smaller volumes are consumed quickly once opened, preventing air degradation. | High. Opened drums take longer to empty, exposing the remaining chemical to humidity. |
| Supply Flexibility | High. Perfect for mixed-size container consolidation and smaller distribution networks. | Low. Less flexible for end-users with varying consumption rates. |
| Drum Structural Integrity | Superior. Less prone to severe denting or seam bursting during rough maritime transit. | Moderate. High weight increases the risk of structural damage under impact. |
Customization & Consolidation Service: To best serve our international clients, we provide tailored drum colors, corporate branding/logos, and custom shipping marks. Additionally, we support mixed-size container consolidation, allowing you to optimize your inventory and shipping costs.
TIANJIN ZHONGYING CHEMICAL CO.,LTD is a modern chemical enterprise specializing in the research, development, production, and sales of calcium carbide (commonly known as calcium carbide). With years of experience in the basic chemical industry, and leveraging regional resources and advanced production technology, the company is committed to providing downstream industries with high-quality, highly stable calcium carbide products....[ Read More >>]
