Ethane C2H6 Density Specific Weight Temperature Pressure
Reference data and engineering information about ethane c2h6 density specific weight temperature pressure for thermodynamics applications.
Overview
Engineering reference data for Ethane C2H6 Density Specific Weight Temperature Pressure in thermodynamics.
Key Formulas
First Law
Energy is conserved — heat added minus work done.
Ideal Gas Law
Relates pressure, volume, and temperature of an ideal gas.
Heat Transfer
Sensible heat transfer.
Carnot Efficiency
Maximum efficiency between two temperatures.
Variables
| Symbol | Description | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Internal energy | J | |
| Heat | J | |
| Work | J | |
| Pressure | Pa | |
| Volume | m³ | |
| Temperature | K |
Density and Specific Weight Data
The data below tabulates ethane density and specific weight at varying temperature and pressure across different phases. Ethane has a boiling point of -88°C (-127°F) at atmospheric pressure, meaning it exists as a liquid below this temperature.
Phase Behavior Overview
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| Liquid at equilibrium | Liquid phase along the saturation curve where liquid and vapor coexist |
| Gas at equilibrium | Vapor phase along the saturation curve where liquid and vapor coexist |
| Liquid (1 bara) | Subcooled liquid at 1 bar pressure |
| Gas (1 bara) | Gas phase at 1 bar pressure |
The critical point of ethane occurs at 305.32 K (32.17°C / 89.91°F) and 48.72 bara (706.6 psia), where the liquid and gas phases become indistinguishable.