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7820A GC Site Preparation Guide 21
Two-stage pressure regulators
To eliminate pressure surges, use a two-stage regulator with
each gas tank. Stainless steel, diaphragm-type regulators are
recommended.
The type of regulator you use depends on the gas type and
supplier. The Agilent catalog for consumables and supplies
contains information to help you identify the correct regulator,
as determined by the Compressed Gas Association (CGA).
Agilent Technologies offers pressure-regulator kits that contain
all the materials needed to install regulators properly.
Pressure regulator-gas supply tubing connections
Use Teflon® tape to seal the pipe-thread connection between the
pressure regulator outlet and the fitting to which you connect
the gas tubing. Instrument grade Teflon tape (part number
0460-1266), from which volatiles have been removed, is
recommended for all fittings. Do not use pipe dope to seal the
threads; it contains volatile materials that will contaminate the
tubing.
2 stage regulator
Adapter to 1/8-inch female
Swagelok fitting