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FluoSolv® 71IPA Precision Cleaning & Vapor Degreasing Solvent

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PrecisionCleaning Removes fingerprints, light oils,greases & particulates Broad MaterialCompatibility Suitable for a wide variety ofmetals, plastics & elastomers Low SurfaceTension Excellent wetting and penet…

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Product Details

Precision
Cleaning

Removes fingerprints, light oils,
greases & particulates

Broad Material
Compatibility

Suitable for a wide variety of
metals, plastics & elastomers

Low Surface
Tension

Excellent wetting and penetration
into complex geometries

Nonflammable

No flash point

True Azeotrope

Maintains consistent composition
during boiling

About FluoSolv® 71IPA

FluoSolv® 71IPA is a high-performance azeotropic cleaning fluid engineered as a direct, drop-in replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA Engineered Fluid. Formulated from methoxy-nonafluorobutane (HFE-7100) and isopropyl alcohol (IPA), FluoSolv® 71IPA combines the excellent wetting, material compatibility and rapid drying characteristics of a fluorinated fluid with the cleaning effectiveness of IPA.

It is particularly well suited for precision cleaning, rinsing and drying applications involving fingerprints, particulates, light oils, greases and other light soils. Its low surface tension allows penetration into complex geometries and tight spaces, while its azeotropic behavior provides consistent performance in vapor degreasing, immersion, ultrasonic and co-solvent cleaning processes.

Contact NuGenTec technical experts for assistance evaluating FluoSolv® 71IPA as a replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA in your cleaning process.

Typical Applications

Vapor Degreasing
Rinsing & Spot-Free Drying
Electronics & Precision Cleaning
Medical Device Components
Particulate & Fingerprint Removal
Light-Duty Metal Cleaning

Precision
Cleaning

Removes fingerprints, light oils,
greases & particulates

Broad Material
Compatibility

Suitable for a wide variety of
metals, plastics & elastomers

Low Surface
Tension

Excellent wetting and penetration
into complex geometries

Nonflammable

No flash point

True Azeotrope

Maintains consistent composition
during boiling

Typical Properties

Property FluoSolv® 71IPA
Boiling Point, °C (°F) 54.0 (129.2)
Density at 25°C (77°F), g/mls (lbs/gal) 1.480 (12.35)
Flash Point, °C (°F) None to Boiling Point
Surface Tension at 25°C (77°F), dynes/cm 13.6
Viscosity at 25°C (77°F), cPs 0.40
Vapor Pressure at 25°C (77°F), kPa 27.6
Heat of Vaporization at B.P. (kJ/kg) 145
Global Warming Potential (GWP), /100 year ITH 320
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP), CFC-11 = 1.0 0
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), g/L 67
Kauri-Butanol Value (KB Value) 28
Acceptable Exposure Limit (AEL), ppm 400

Process Parameters

Parameter Typical Operating Range
Boil Sump Temperature, °C (°F) 54.0 (129.2)
Primary Cooling Coil Temperature, °C (°F) 4.0–10.0 (39.2–50.0)
Secondary (Sub-Zero) Coil Temperature, °C (°F) −20.0 to −30.0 (−4.0 to −22.0)
Immersion Sump Temperature, °C (°F) 39.0–49.0 (102.2–120.2)
Ultrasonic Frequency, kHz 20.0–40.0
Dwell Time in Vapor 30 sec–2 min, or until condensation ceases
Immersion Time 1–8 min; adjust for soil, geometry, and cleanliness requirement
Hoist Speed, m/min (ft/min) ≤3.4 (11.2); slower withdrawal may reduce solvent carryout
Freeboard Ratio, minimum ≥0.75 (1.00–1.25); preferred for improved vapor containment

Material Compatibility

Material Compatibility
Aluminum Compatible
Copper Compatible
Stainless Steel Compatible
Titanium Compatible
Brass Compatible
Tungsten Compatible
Neoprene Compatible
Butyl Rubber Test for Compatibility
EPDM Compatible
KYNAR (PVDF) Compatible
Viton A&B Test for Compatibility
Kalrez Test for Compatibility
HDPE Compatible
PTFE Compatible
Nylon Compatible
PVC Test for Compatibility
Epoxy Compatible
Phenolic Test for Compatibility
ABS Test for Compatibility
Acrylic Test for Compatibility
Polycarbonate Test for Compatibility
Other Metals, Elastomers, Plastics Test for Compatibility

Available Sizes

Package Size (Volume) Package Size (Net Weight)
55-gallon lined metal drums 550 lbs
5-gallon lined pails 52.5 lbs

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