Description

1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Octafluoropentane is a high-purity, fully fluorinated alkane with the CAS number 40723-64-6, valued for its unique combination of chemical inertness and high volatility. This compound is critical for applications requiring a stable, non-reactive medium with excellent heat transfer and dielectric properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the electronics, specialty chemical, and advanced material sectors for use as a precision cleaning agent, heat transfer fluid, and dielectric gas.

Application

• Precision Cleaning Agent: Used in the electronics industry for cleaning sensitive components and circuit boards, where high volatility ensures rapid drying without residue.
• Heat Transfer Fluid: Serves as an efficient cooling medium in specialized closed-loop systems due to its thermal stability and low global warming potential.
• Dielectric Gas: Employed in high-voltage electrical equipment and gas-insulated systems for its excellent insulating properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated compounds and specialty polymers.
• Solvent for Specialty Coatings: Utilized in formulating high-performance fluoropolymer coatings where rapid evaporation is required.
• Carrier Fluid: Functions as a carrier in deposition processes and aerosol applications within the semiconductor fabrication industry.
• Fire Suppression: Potential use in specialized fire extinguishing systems as a clean agent that leaves no residue.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in R&D settings as a standard or solvent for analytical and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Octafluoropentane
CAS No.	40723-64-6
Molecular Formula	C5H2F8
Molecular Weight	238.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Octafluoropentane; Perfluoropentane; 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Octafluoropentane; F-Pentane; FC-72 (related trade series); C5F8H2; HFC-47-10; 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Octafluor-pentan
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Octafluoropentane is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to ISO 9001 guidelines, and the material is analyzed against stringent in-house specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Clear Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 50 ppm
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 10 ppm
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 1 ppm
Boiling Point	~ 55-57 °C
Density (20°C)	~ 1.58 g/mL

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