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"Pete C." wrote in message
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Just got myself a co2 tank designed to fill small paintball tanks.

I plan to use this mostly for combat robotics and possibly
for a MIG set up when I get MIG.

I do have SCUBA experience, an air compressor and a TIG set up. But
co2 seems to be a bit of a different horse as it is stored in liquid
form.

Looking for information sources on handling this safely.
Favorite books, web sites, free advice...

Tanks :-) for any help.

DOC

SCUBA tanks are a lot higher pressure than CO2. The only real issue with
CO2 is the potential for frostbite if you manage to release it in liquid
form on yourself. Just download the MSDS from the Airgas site.

Not quite the only issue. Even a CO2 tank in a fire is a bomb, even it if
puts the fire out when it blows. And if you happen to have confined spaces,
particularly a cellar or similar, there is a real asphyxiation risk from a
leak. Fire fighters using CO2 know that if they get a taste in the mouth
like a fizzy drink then it is time to get out.