Description

Perfluoro-2-Methylbutane is a high-purity, fully fluorinated alkane characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This inertness makes it a valuable specialty fluid and process medium in demanding high-tech manufacturing and research environments. It is primarily sought by industries requiring non-reactive, non-flammable materials for precision applications such as electronics cooling, specialized heat transfer, and as a dielectric fluid.

Application

• Electronics Cooling & Heat Transfer Fluid: Used in immersion cooling systems for high-performance computing and power electronics due to its excellent dielectric properties and thermal stability.
• Dielectric Medium: Employed in high-voltage equipment and testing applications where a non-conductive, non-flammable fluid is critical.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Etching Carrier: Serves as a stable carrier or purge gas in semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Solvent for Fluoropolymer Processing: Acts as an inert solvent or cleaning agent in the manufacture and handling of fluoropolymers.
• Laboratory & Analytical Reagent: Utilized in specialized spectroscopy (e.g., NMR spectroscopy) and as a standard in chromatography.
• Aerosol Propellant & Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI) Component: Used in precision pharmaceutical and technical aerosol formulations requiring chemical inertness.
• Leak Testing & Tracer Fluid: Applied in sensitive leak detection systems for industrial and laboratory equipment.
• Reaction Medium for Sensitive Syntheses: Provides an inert environment for reactions involving highly reactive species or oxygen-sensitive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluoro-2-Methylbutane
CAS No.	594-91-2
Molecular Formula	C5F12
Molecular Weight	288.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-2-methylbutane; 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Decafluorobutane; 2-Methylperfluorobutane; FC-75 (primary component); Perfluorinated 2-methylbutane; PF-5052; C5F12; FC-77 (related formulation); Fluorinert FC-75
EINECS	209-858-8

Quality Control

Our Perfluoro-2-Methylbutane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity verification, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for high-tech applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical properties are provided with each shipment and 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. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are properly sealed to prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless, clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 50 ppm
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 10 ppm
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 1 ppm
Boiling Point	~ 28 - 30 °C
Density at 25°C	~ 1.73 g/mL

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