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Helium leaks: ppm & mbar*l/s

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NGiLuzzu

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Dec 17, 2002
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In order to perform valves Fugitive Emissions tests, we use a VARIAN sniffer probe helium leak detector, which gives readings in mbar*l/s. Our usual European reference specification (Shell MESC SPE 77/312) also gives limits in the same measurement unit.
First of all, is anybody able to explain the physical meaning of "mbar*l/s"? Is that a flow rate or a concentration?
Then, how is it possible to relate this with "ppm"? As many leak detectors manufacturers have instruments with both scales, we think there must be a simple relation between the two units.
Many thanks in advance, 'NGL
 
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Bye, 'NGL
 
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