NIST Traceable Gas Standards certified

NIST Traceable Gas Standards

ISO 17025 Compliance certified

ISO 17025 Compliance

Fluorocarbon Gases: Properties and Applications

Fluorocarbon gases including Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆), Krypton Fluoride (KrF), and Argon Fluoride (ArF) serve critical roles across semiconductor manufacturing, excimer laser technology, calibration, and environmental monitoring. SpecGas Inc. delivers NIST-traceable, custom-blended fluorocarbon gas mixtures with proprietary cylinder treatment for superior stability and shelf life.

Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆)
Krypton Fluoride (KrF)
Argon Fluoride (ArF)

Our Range of Products

Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆)

Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆)

  • NIST Traceable calibration gas standard
  • 17 to 2000 L cylinder capacity range
  • Custom blends with SpecGas Stability Guarantee
Krypton Fluoride (KrF)

Krypton Fluoride (KrF)

  • 248 nm DUV excimer laser gas mixture
  • NIST Traceable, precision-blended quality
  • Supports semiconductor & medical laser uses
Argon Fluoride (ArF)

Argon Fluoride (ArF)

  • 193 nm ArF DUV photolithography source
  • Enhanced stability via proprietary treatment
  • NIST Traceable gravimetric blending method

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fluorocarbon gas?

Fluorocarbon gases are chemical compounds containing fluorine and carbon — and in some cases other elements such as sulfur or noble gases. Examples include SF₆, KrF, and ArF. They are valued for their unique electrical insulating, laser-active, and chemically reactive properties, making them essential in semiconductor manufacturing, excimer laser systems, electrical switchgear, and calibration applications.

Are fluorinated gases still used?

What industries use fluorocarbon gas mixtures?

What is the difference between KrF and ArF excimer gases?

Are SpecGas fluorocarbon gas blends NIST traceable?

Can fluorocarbon gas mixtures be custom blended?

What cylinder sizes and types are available for fluorocarbon gases?

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Industries We Serve

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Semiconductor Manufacturing

ArF and KrF excimer gases power DUV photolithography for advanced-node chip patterning and display backplane fabrication.

Power Generation & Utilities

Power Generation & Utilities

SF₆ gas mixtures are used for leak monitoring in high-voltage switchgear, gas-insulated substations, and EPA emissions compliance.

Medical & Ophthalmology

Medical & Ophthalmology

ArF excimer gas is the clinical standard for LASIK, PRK, and PTK corneal procedures as well as dermatological laser treatments.

Research & Calibration Laboratories

Research & Calibration Laboratories

NIST-traceable SF₆, KrF, and ArF gas standards support university research, gas chromatography calibration, and environmental monitoring.

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Why Semiconductor, Research & Industrial Teams Choose SpecGas Inc.

Proprietary Blending & Stability Guarantee

Our in-house gravimetric blending and cylinder treatment process ensures reactive fluorocarbon mixtures remain stable and accurate throughout their full shelf life.

Industry-Leading Lead Times

All fluorocarbon gas mixtures are blended in-house, enabling the fastest turnaround in the industry with rush service available when time-sensitive projects demand it.

25 Years of Specialty Gas Expertise

Founded by a career research chemist with decades at top-tier gas manufacturers, SpecGas delivers technical depth and precision that larger commodity suppliers cannot match.

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Submit your specifications and our team will respond with pricing, lead time, and blending options tailored to your application.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (215) 443-2600. You can also send us a quick email at website-inquiries@specgasinc.com.