Helium Recovery Systems
Helium recovery systems recycle up to 95% of helium. Helium is used for various processes including welding, semiconductor manufacturing, medical and scientific research, and as a tracer gas for detecting leaks. Its versatility has made it popular, but it is also dwindling in supply, sometimes making supplies scarce or costly. As a result, many industries utilize helium recycling systems to manage, recapture and process their helium supply for future use. With CTS, you can get better control over helium gas consumption and management, reduce dependency on helium suppliers, and reduce costs.
Automated, Efficient and Proven Helium Recycling Systems
Whether you need helium recovery for a few stations or an entire plant, we offer efficient, fully automated solutions—including modular helium reclaim systems for flexible, scalable implementation. Our pre-engineered designs feature components selected to accommodate the helium usage requirements of each application. We provide both standard helium recovery systems ranging from 4 to 20 SCFM at pressure ranges of 150 to 300 PSIG and modular systems that allow manufacturers to start small and expand as needed.
Effectively Manage Tracer Gas Supplies with A Helium Recovery System
Helium is purchased in liquid form or as a gaseous state stored in pressurized cylinders. Helium is used in a gaseous compressed state during a leak test operation. For the helium to be placed back into a cylinder, it must first be collected from the tested part, pressurized to test pressure, analyzed for the correct percent of mixture, and possibly mixed to accommodate the correct percent of mixture. Processing helium for leak testing requires the use of pressure recovery systems that consist of various components to recapture, process and store the gas, such as:
- Compressors for maintaining proper pressure
- Gas analyzers for ensuring purity levels
- Gas mixers to accommodate the correct percentage levels
- Storage tanks for recovered gas
- Dryer and filtration systems for purification and processing
- Temperature sensors and level indicators for monitoring supplies
- Touchscreen control panels for operating the equipment and monitoring functions
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In a standard pressure recovery system, vaporized helium is used in a process, then recaptured through exhaust lines. These lines run to a recovery vessel, where the gas is fed through a filter and then analyzed for purity. If the purity level is at least 95%, the compressed helium gas is transferred to a storage tank.
Tip: Correctly sizing the compressor capacity of a helium gas reclaim system is critical to its performance.
See the blog on How to specify a helium reclaim system for your plant for more information and other tips.
Use Our Helium Recovery System Calculators to See Cost Savings
We have two calculators to help you as you consider the investment in a helium recycling system.
- Tracer Gas Recovery System Sizing Capacity Calculator: use it to determine the right sizing capacity for your helium recycling system
- ROI Calculator: calculate the return on investment for implementing a recovery system based on your usage and requirements
Tracer Gas Recovery System Sizing Capacity
Start by determining the size of the reclaim system required. The resulting capacity will autofill the second part of the calculator.
Tracer Gas Recovery System ROI Calculator
Step 2/2Blog: Six Benefits of a Modular Helium Reclaim System
Helium leak testing is essential for many manufacturers—but with rising costs and unpredictable supply, managing helium usage efficiently is more important than ever. A modular helium reclaim system offers a cost-effective, flexible, and scalable solution, making helium recycling accessible for manufacturers of all sizes. By capturing and recycling helium, companies can minimize waste, reduce supply chain dependency, improve process efficiency, and enhance sustainability. Cincinnati Test Systems specializes in helium recovery solutions, offering systems with reclaim efficiencies up to 95%. Read our blog to learn how a modular helium reclaim system can benefit your operation.
Helium Recycling Systems for Any Testing Application
Helium gas reclaim systems are the perfect addition for large parts and high-pressure tests with high throughput production rates where large amounts of helium are used. Contact CTS to learn more about how we can help with your specific helium leak testing needs.