Shandong Bee Gas Energy Tech Co., Ltd.

There are numerous methods of producing acetylene, however one of the most popular is the reaction of calcium carbide with water. Calcium carbide is a solid compound and a complete reaction with water gives acetylene gas and calcium hydroxide. The corresponding reaction is exothermic, that is, it gives off heat. This reaction is often conducted in a lab setting in specialized devices known as acetylene generators. There are other methods such as partial burning of hydrocarbons like methane. During this process, methane is set on fire in a limited supply of oxygen which produces acetylene alongside numerous other substances. Like all chemical compounds, efficient and safe production of acetylene requires a specific set of conditions in regards to temperature, pressure, and reactant ratios in order to maintain safety and efficiency. Further, the acetylene produced needs to be purified and stored adequately which is commonly done in cylinders filled with porous materials coated in acetone to stop the flammable gas from being ignited.