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Medical Gas Identification

FPA 99C/CGA C-9 compliant medical gas markers and valve tags.

Medical Gas Identification

Kolbi's medical gas identification products ensure safe, compliant labeling of medical gas piping systems in hospitals, surgery centers, dental offices, and other healthcare facilities. All products meet 2021 NFPA 99C/CGA C-9 standards and include the full range of medical gas legends with proper color coding.

Self-Adhesive Medical Gas Markers

Easy-to-install vinyl markers in two convenient sizes for different applications. Markers are pressure-sensitive with permanent adhesive and designed to fully wrap around pipes less than 1" diameter.

  • Compliance: Meets 2021 NFPA 99C/CGA C-9 Standards
  • Material: Pressure-sensitive vinyl with permanent adhesive
  • Letter Size: 3/8"
  • Temperature Range: -40°F to 180°F
  • Life Expectancy: Up to 3 years
  • Installation: Apply to clean, dry surface above 50°F
Size Standard 1-99 Qty Standard 100-249 Qty Standard 250+ Qty Custom 10+ Qty Custom 100-249 Qty Custom 250+ Qty
3" x 3" Label $0.71 $0.63 $0.56 $1.23 $1.03 $0.92
3/4" x 2" Card (10) $2.88 $2.60 $2.26 $3.92 $3.56 $3.09

Medical Gas Markers On A Roll

Convenient roll format with 250 markers per roll for larger installations. Identical to adhesive markers with the added benefit of directional arrows and alternating legends for bi-directional applications.

  • Format: 3" x 3" adhesive markers
  • Quantity: 250 markers per roll
  • Features: Directional arrows included
  • Legend Options: Alternating legends print in both directions
  • All Medical Gas Legends: Available in all standard legends listed below
Style 1-9 Rolls 10-24 Rolls 25+ Rolls
Standard* $125.06 $111.51 $98.19
Custom (3 roll min) $143.87 $123.77 $98.37

*Combine quantities for best pricing

Medical Gas Tags

Semi-rigid plastic tags with beaded chain attachment for identifying medical gas valves. Includes space for writing additional information with permanent markers.

  • Material: .015 Semi-rigid plastic
  • Size: 3" x 5-3/4"
  • Attachment: Brass grommet for durability
  • Writable: Permanent markers work on tag surface
  • Information Box: Includes space for writing valve destination
  • Compliance: 2021 NFPA-99C and CGA 9-C Standards
Style 1-99 Qty 100-249 Qty 250+ Qty
Standard $2.75 $2.46 $2.17
Custom (10 min) $3.54 $3.18 $2.83

Available Medical Gas Legends & Colors

All markers and tags are available in the following standard medical gas legends with proper NFPA 99C color coding:

  • Carbon Dioxide – Green background
  • Helium – Brown background
  • Instrument Air – White background
  • Laboratory Air – White background
  • Laboratory Vacuum – White background
  • Medical Air – Blue background
  • Medical Vacuum – White background
  • Nitrogen – Black background
  • Nonmedical Air – White background
  • Nonmedical Vacuum – White background
  • Nitrous Oxide – Light blue background
  • Nitrous Oxide 50 PSI – Light blue background
  • Oxygen – Green background
  • Oxygen/CO2 Mix – Green/orange background
  • WAGD (Waste Anesthetic Gas Disposal) – Purple background

Special Considerations for WAGD Systems

Per 2021 NFPA 99C/CGA C-9 standards: "Where vacuum systems are used to serve WAGD systems in accordance with 5.1.10.2.3.1, piping in the immediate area of the WAGD system shall be labeled to indicate both systems." Kolbi provides dual-legend markers to meet this requirement.

Custom Medical Gas Markers

Custom legend options available for specialized applications, facility-specific information, or unique piping configurations. Minimum order requirements apply. Contact our sales team for custom legend pricing.

NFPA 99C/CGA C-9 Compliance Standards

All medical gas identification products meet:

  • 2021 NFPA 99C Standard – Health Care Facilities Code
  • CGA C-9 Standard – Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety and Color Coding
  • Color-coding requirements for all medical gas types
  • Legibility requirements for text size and contrast
  • Temperature and durability requirements for healthcare environments

Installation Guidelines

  • Apply markers and tags immediately upon system installation
  • Update all markers if piping is modified or repurposed
  • Apply to clean, dry surfaces above 50°F for optimal adhesion
  • Use permanent markers for writable tags
  • Replace worn or faded markers to maintain compliance
  • For WAGD systems, label both the vacuum system and WAGD piping

Common Applications

  • Hospital Operating Rooms
  • Patient Recovery Rooms (PACU)
  • Intensive Care Units (ICU)
  • Surgical Suites
  • Dental Offices and Surgical Centers
  • Anesthesia Gas Supply Systems
  • Oxygen Supply Lines
  • Vacuum/Suction Systems
  • Waste Anesthetic Gas Disposal (WAGD) Systems

How to Order

Contact our sales team for custom legends, specialized applications, facility-specific solutions, and competitive bulk pricing:

  • Email: sales@kolbipipemarkers.com
  • Phone: 800-499-8450
  • Website: www.kolbipipemarkers.com

Minimum order quantities apply to custom products. We work directly with healthcare facility managers, engineering firms, and contractors to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards.