Description

Decafluoroisobutane is a fully fluorinated alkane, a high-performance specialty gas with the CAS number 354-92-7. It is valued for its exceptional chemical inertness, thermal stability, and low global warming potential, making it a critical component in advanced manufacturing and electronics. This compound is essential for industries requiring precise, reliable, and environmentally conscious process gases, such as semiconductor fabrication, specialty refrigeration, and fire suppression systems.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used as a precision etchant and chamber cleaning gas in plasma processes for advanced semiconductor and flat panel display production.
• Fire Suppression Systems: Serves as a clean, electrically non-conductive, and environmentally friendly extinguishant in critical data center and telecommunications protection systems.
• Specialty Refrigeration: Employed as a component in ultra-low temperature refrigeration blends for medical, laboratory, and industrial cooling applications.
• Dielectric Fluid: Functions as an insulating medium in high-voltage electrical equipment and power transmission systems due to its high dielectric strength.
• Aerosol Propellant: Used in precision cleaning and dusting applications for sensitive electronic components where residue-free performance is required.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a fluorine source or process gas in the deposition of thin films and advanced materials.
• Leak Testing & Tracer Gas: Utilized for integrity testing of sealed systems and components in the automotive and aerospace industries.
• Research & Development: Serves as a key reagent and solvent in fluorination chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decafluoroisobutane
CAS No.	354-92-7
Molecular Formula	C4F10
Molecular Weight	238.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroisobutane; 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Decafluorobutane; Isobutane, decafluoro-; FC-3-1-10; R-610; HFC-610; PFIB; C4F10; FIC-1310; Freon C-610; Perfluoro-2-methylpropane; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane
EINECS	206-571-6

Quality Control

Our Decafluoroisobutane is produced and handled under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, moisture content, and non-condensable gases. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards of the electronics and specialty gas industries, ensuring reliable performance in your most critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Cylinders should be secured upright and stored at temperatures not exceeding 50°C (122°F). Keep container valves closed when not in use. Ensure storage areas comply with local regulations for compressed/hazardous gases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.9% (v/v)
Water Content	≤ 10 ppm (v/v)
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 1.0 ppm (w/w)
Non-condensable Gases	≤ 0.1% (v/v)
High Boiling Residue	≤ 50 ppm (w/w)

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