Description

Carbon Tetrafluoride is a highly stable, non-flammable fluorocarbon gas with the CAS registry number 75-73-0. This compound is valued for its exceptional chemical inertness, thermal stability, and excellent dielectric properties, making it a critical material in advanced manufacturing and electronics. It is primarily sought by industries involved in semiconductor fabrication, specialty chemical synthesis, and the development of high-performance insulating materials.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used as a versatile etchant and cleaning gas in plasma processes for silicon, silicon dioxide, and metal films.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluid: Serves as a component in specialized low-temperature refrigeration systems and as a heat transfer medium.
• Electrical Insulation: Employed as a dielectric gas in high-voltage equipment, including transformers and circuit breakers, due to its high breakdown voltage.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key fluorinating agent and building block in the production of fluoropolymers and other fluorinated organic compounds.
• Leak Detection & Tracer Gas: Utilized in sensitive leak detection systems for pressurized equipment and pipelines.
• Aerospace & Military: Applied in radar waveguides and other electronic systems requiring a stable, inert atmosphere.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbon Tetrafluoride
CAS No.	75-73-0
Molecular Formula	CF₄
Molecular Weight	88.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrafluoromethane; Perfluoromethane; Freon 14; R-14; Halocarbon 14; Carbon fluoride (CF4); FC-14; Refrigerant Gas R14
EINECS	200-896-5

Quality Control

Our Carbon Tetrafluoride 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 acidic impurities. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards of the electronics and specialty gas industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Cylinders should be secured upright and kept at ambient temperature. Ensure storage areas are dry and free from corrosive materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.9%
Oxygen (O₂)	≤ 10 ppm
Nitrogen (N₂)	≤ 20 ppm
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)	≤ 5 ppm
Moisture (H₂O)	≤ 5 ppm
Total Hydrocarbons (as CH₄)	≤ 10 ppm

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