TMC-56 ENGINEERED FLUID

TMC-56 Engineered Fluid is a VOC-exempt solvent that can be used neat in light cleaning or as a rinsing agent. Acting as a co-solvent, it can add positive characteristics to heavy duty cleaning blends. It was designed as an ideal substitute for solvents like Chemours Vertrel®, 3M Novec®, Honeywell Solstice, HCFC-225 and others.

• No Flash Point
• Non-Flammable
• Low Viscosity
• Low Surface Tension
• Zero Surface Residue
• High Boiling Point

 

APPLICATIONS

• Light Duty Precision Cleaning Solvent
• Co-Solvent
• Carrier Fluid
• Heat Transfer

 

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Type	Liquid
Color	Colorless
Appearance	Clear & Bright
Flash Point	None
Boiling Point	56°C (134°F)
KB Value	13
Specific Gravity	1.47 g/mL @ 25°C
Viscosity	0.65 cPs @ 25°C
Specific Heat	1.28 KJ/kg*K @ 25°C
Vapor Pressure	31 kPa @ 25°C
Latent Heat of Vaporization	163 kJ/kg
Dielectric Constant	6.6 @ 23°C
VOC	Exempt
LEL/UEL	None
GWP	580
ODP	0

 

 

MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY

This product is compatible with most metals and most plastics and elastomers. Testing should always be done on parts to be cleaned in a particular process.

Compatible Materials

Polyethylene	Polypropylene
Polyvinylchloride (PVC, CPVC)	Acetal
Polyester (PET, BET)	Epoxy
Polyimide (PI, PEI, PAI)	PTFE, Teflon
Polyetherketone (PEK)	Polysulfone (PSO)
Polyaryletherketone (PEEK)	Phenolic
Polyarylsulfone (PAS)	Ionomer
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)	EPDM

 

Incompatible Materials

Strong oxidizing substances	Alkali or Alkaline Earth Metals
Aluminum (AI)	Zinc (Zn)
Beryllium (Be)

STORAGE & HANDLING

TMC-56 is thermally stable and will not oxidize or degrade during storage under normal conditions. It is recommended to store the product inside a clean, dry area and out of direct sunlight or other heat sources.  Do not freeze or store below 32°F (0°C) nor above 90°F (32°C) to prevent leakage or potential rupture of container due to contraction/expansion and pressure changes.

SHELF LIFE 

Shelf life is 60 months from the date of manufacture when stored in the original packaging materials and stored under normal conditions.  TMC will re-certify material every 5 years up to 20 years.  

 

REGULATORY

This product is not hazardous for transportation per regulations, and is not regulated as dangerous goods.  Reference Safety Data Sheet for additional information.  

 

DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING

This fluid can be recycled and reused.  Help protect the environment, and don't pay for expensive disposal services.  TMC Industries can reclaim your used fluorinated fluids, restoring them to like-new condition, and save you up to 50% in replacement fluids while protecting the environment, or TMC will recycle your fluid free of charge (conditions apply).

TMC Reclaimed Fluids are tested to meet new product specifications.  It will be clear and odorless, and a Certificate of Analysis is issued with every order.

TMC Industries offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our reclaimed fluids.  We back this up with a no questions asked refund policy.  To learn more, click HERE.