Description

1,1,1,2,3,4,5,5,5-Nonafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pentane is a highly fluorinated alkane, a member of the perfluorinated or polyfluorinated compound family known for its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. Its primary value lies in its unique combination of properties, including high volatility, low surface tension, and non-flammability, making it a superior candidate for specialized industrial applications. This compound is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the electronics, aerospace, and specialty chemical sectors for use as a precision cleaning agent, heat transfer fluid, or dielectric medium.

Application

• Precision Cleaning Agent: Used for critical cleaning of electronic components, semiconductor wafers, and optical devices where high purity and zero residue are mandatory.
• Heat Transfer Fluid: Serves as a stable, non-flammable, and efficient cooling medium in specialized closed-loop systems for high-performance electronics and aerospace applications.
• Dielectric Fluid: Employed as an insulating and cooling fluid in high-voltage electrical equipment and transformers due to its excellent dielectric properties.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Acts as an inert, non-coordinating solvent for fluorination chemistry and other sensitive organic syntheses.
• Aerosol Propellant: Utilized in specialty aerosol formulations where non-flammability and chemical inertness are critical requirements.
• Refrigerant Component: Investigated for use in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant blends.
• Carrier Fluid: Functions as a carrier for lubricants, coatings, and other functional materials in demanding environments.
• Tracer Fluid: Used in leak detection and fluid dynamics studies within complex industrial systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,2,3,4,5,5,5-Nonafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pentane
CAS No.	85720-78-1
Molecular Formula	C6H2F12
Molecular Weight	302.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(2-methylpentane); 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,1,1,2,3,4,5,5,5-nonafluoropentane; Dodecafluoro-2-methylpentane; 1,1,1,2,3,4,5,5,5-Nonafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)pentane; FC-72 (related trade series); Fluorinert FC-72; HFE-7200 (related hydrofluoroether); Perfluorinated solvent
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,2,3,4,5,5,5-Nonafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance-critical physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing gas chromatography (GC) purity, moisture content (KF), and non-volatile residue are provided to guarantee traceability and 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 incompatible materials. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are properly sealed to prevent evaporation and concentration of non-volatile impurities. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

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	~ 56°C
Density (25°C)	~ 1.68 g/mL

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