Product Benefits:
- Ultra-low viscosity
- Clear, colorless, odorless
- Low surface tension
- Wide service temperature Range (-80°C to 150°C)
- Hydrophobic
- Thermally stable & long lasting
- Low volatility
- Compatible w/ most seals, O-rings, gaskets, and elastomers
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Description:
NuTherm® S165 is a low-viscosity, linear polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) silicone heat transfer fluid engineered for extremely low-temperature applications requiring superior pumpability, chemical stability, and long service life. This crystal-clear, colorless, odorless silicone oil delivers reliable performance in closed-loop thermal control systems across a wide temperature range.
Derived from ultra-pure PDMS chemistry, NuTherm® S165 exhibits:
- Very low pour point
- Low viscosity-temperature change (low V.T.C.)
- Exceptional low-temperature stability
- Hydrophobic behavior (insoluble in water)
- Long operating life and oxidative stability
At -40°C, NuTherm® S165 maintains a viscosity of only 6 cSt, making it ideal for circulation systems with limited pump capacity at low temperatures.
Applications:
NuTherm® S165 is recommended for:
- Low-temperature heat transfer systems
- Environmental/thermal test chambers
- Cryostats & refrigerated baths
- Freeze-drying equipment
- Calibration and metrology baths
- Low-temperature recirculating chillers
- Closed-loop low-temperature circulation baths
- Thermostatic control systems requiring ultra-low viscosity fluids
Note: NuTherm® S165 must be used in closed systems, where air exposure is minimized.
NuTherm® S165 Physical Properties
| NuTherm® S165 | |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.851 |
| Refractive Index | 1.3874 |
| Pour Point | -100°C |
| Flash Point (Closed Cup) | 57°C |
| Boiling Point (760mmHg) | 194°C |
| Surface Tension @ 25°C | 18.0 dynes/cm |
| Vapor Pressure @ 25°C | 1 mmHg |
| Volatile Content @ 150°C (open) | 100% |
| Molecular Weight | 340 g/mol |
| Thermal Conductivity @ 50°C | 0.10 W/m°C |
| Specific Heat @ 25°C | 0.410 cal/g°C |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient | 0.00134 cc/cc°C |
| Dielectric Strength | 350 volts/mil |
| Dielectric Constant @ 100Hz | 2.36 |
| Volume Resistivity | 5.0 x 10¹⁴ ohm-cm |
| Appearance, Color, Odor | Clear, Colorless, Odorless |
NuTherm® S165
| Temperature (°C) | Viscosity |
| 25 | 1.5 cSt |
| -25 | 3 cSt |
| -40 | 6 cSt |
| -60 | < 20 cSt |
| Viscosity-Temperature Coefficient (VTC) | 0.46 |
Availability: 5-gallon pails, 55-gallon drums, 275-gallon tote-bins, and bulk tankers.
Shipment: Non-Hazardous for transport via DOT, IMDG, and IATA.
Storage: Keep containers sealed to prevent contamination. Store between 5 to 35°C (40-95°F).
Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.