Description

Decafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane is a highly fluorinated, volatile cycloalkane derivative characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is valued for its unique combination of low surface tension, high density, and inertness, making it a critical component in advanced industrial applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the electronics, aerospace, and specialty chemical sectors for precision cleaning, heat transfer, and as a dielectric fluid.

Application

• Precision Cleaning Agent: Used in vapor degreasing and critical cleaning processes for electronic components, semiconductor wafers, and optical devices due to its high volatility and non-flammability.
• Dielectric Fluid: Serves as an efficient insulating and cooling medium in high-voltage transformers, capacitors, and other electrical equipment.
• Heat Transfer Fluid: Employed in specialized cooling systems where chemical inertness and thermal stability over a wide temperature range are required.
• Chemical Reaction Medium: Acts as an inert solvent or reaction medium for fluorination chemistry and other sensitive synthetic processes.
• Aerospace Propellant & Lubricant: Used in formulations for specialty lubricants and as a component in propellant systems for its stability under extreme conditions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Functions as a monomer or additive in the synthesis of high-performance fluoropolymers with enhanced properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane
CAS No.	26637-68-3
Molecular Formula	C8F16
Molecular Weight	400.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-decamethyl-1,5-pentanediyl); 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Decamethyl-1,5-pentanediyl, perfluoro-; Perfluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane; FC-75 (related trade series); Fluorinert (related trade series); Perfluorocyclohexane, bis(trifluoromethyl)-; Hexane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-tridecafluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-, cyclic dimer
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Quality Control

Every batch of Decafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical properties are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are properly sealed. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 50 ppm
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 10 ppm
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 1 ppm
Density @ 25°C	1.78 - 1.82 g/mL
Boiling Point	~102 - 105°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.