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Introduction
FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant is a non-flammable, high-performance cleaning solvent formulated as a direct replacement for 3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner/Lubricant. It provides effective removal of particulate, oils, and light contaminants while depositing a thin, durable lubricant layer designed to improve electrical contact performance and extend component life.
FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant is safe for use on most plastics, elastomers, and metals, making it an excellent choice for precision cleaning and lubrication of sensitive electronics and electrical assemblies.
Material Compatibility
Extensive testing demonstrates that FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant is compatible with:
- Metals: Stainless steel, Aluminum, Copper, brass
- Plastics: ABS, Nylon, Polycarbonate, HDPE, CDPE, C.E. Phenolic, PMMA*, POM, PP, PS, PTFE, and PVC. *May damage stressed acrylics. Test before use.
- Elastomers: Compatible with butyl rubber, VitonTM, fluoropolymer elastomers. Incompatible with silicone, fluoroelastomers, polyurethane.
- Sensitive Materials: Safe on most circuit board conformal coatings
Applications
FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant is suited for:
- Electrical contacts and connectors
- Relays and switches
- Control panels and circuit boards
- Precision electronic assemblies
- Sensitive instrumentation
Key Features & Benefits
- Non-Flammable – safe for use in energized systems.
- Fast Drying – ensures minimal downtime after application.
- Effective Cleaning – removes oils, particulates, and light oxidation.
- Lubrication Performance – leaves behind a thin, non-migrating film to improve contact reliability.
- Wide Compatibility – suitable for use with most plastics, elastomers, and metals.
- Environmentally Responsible – zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming Potential (GWP).
- Drop-In Replacement – designed as a direct replacement for 3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner/Lubricant.
Physical Properties
Property | NuGenTec FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant | HCFC 141b | HCFC-225 |
Boiling Point °C | 51.1 | 32 | 54 |
Liquid Density (g/mL) | 1.3746 | 1.23 | 1.55 |
Surface Tension (dynes/cm) | 16 | 19.3 | 16.2 |
Solubility of Solvent in Water (ppmw) | 7ppm | 210 | 330 |
Vapor Pressure at 25°C (mmHg) | 225.7 mmHg | 569 | 290 |
Global Warming Potential (GWP) | 105 | 700 | 180/160 |
Ozone Depleting Chemical | 0 | 0.10 | 0.03 |
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) | 15-25% | Exempt | - |
Flash Point | None | None | None |
Features
To the best of our knowledge, this product is California Prop 65 compliant.
Free Solvent Sample and Vapor Degreaser for Testing
NuGenTec offers a small loaner vapor degreaser and a loaner 5-gallon pail to assist with your testing. The loaner vapor degreaser plugs into a standard wall outlet and fits on a standard pallet. This allows you to test our FluoSolv® solvent in your own controlled environment without immediately changing the solvent in your current equipment.
FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant is available for purchase in three package sizes:
- 55-gal phenolic lined metal drums
- 5-gal phenolic lined pails
- 1-gal HDPE plastic bottles
For more information about testing our FluoSolv® Contact Cleaner Lubricant, please call us at 800-409-3142 or Contact Us.
Email: FluoSolv@nugentec.com