Hydrogen-Natural Gas Blending Calculator

Calculate blend properties and safety parameters for hydrogen-natural gas mixtures

How to Use This Calculator

Key Parameters Explained

Flow Rates


  • Hydrogen Flow: Volume flow rate of hydrogen gas

  • Natural Gas Flow: Volume flow rate of natural gas

System Conditions


  • Pressure: Operating pressure of the blending system

  • Temperature: Operating temperature of the gases

Example Calculation

Typical Scenario


Blending 100 m³/h hydrogen with 900 m³/h natural gas:

H₂ Flow: 100 m³/h NG Flow: 900 m³/h Result: 10% H₂ | 0.61 kg/m³ | 33.2 MJ/m³

Important Considerations


  • Wobbe Index must be within ±5% of natural gas for appliance compatibility
  • Maximum hydrogen content is typically limited to 20% by volume
  • Higher hydrogen content increases flame speed and flashback risk
  • Pipeline materials must be compatible with hydrogen embrittlement

Safety Notes


Monitor flammability limits carefully during blending

Higher hydrogen content increases pressure drop