Galden D02 replacement for 3M™ Fluorinert FC-40
3M™ Discontinues Manufacturing of 3M Fluorinert FC-40
3M™ has recently made a significant announcement that is set to impact various industries: by the close of 2025, the company will cease the production of all fluoropolymers, fluorinated fluids, and products containing PFAS - based additives. This decision marks the end of an era for 3M’s specialized product lines such as Novec coatings, cleaning agents, and cooling fluids - which have long been valued for their exceptional performance and wide-ranging industrial applications.
In this post, Hicotech is excited to showcase 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-40 by Galden D02.
Galden D02 replacement for 3M™ Fluorinert FC-40
Galden® PFPE electronic fluids is a line of dielectric fluids with boiling points ranging from 55°C to 270°C. Their excellent dielectric properties, high chemical and thermal stability combined with their capacity to operate at very low as well as elevated temperatures make them ideal for electronic quality testing.
Comparison of Physical Properties
|
PROPERTY |
UNITS |
3M™ FC-40 |
Galden D02 |
|
Boiling Point |
°C |
165 | 175 |
|
Pour Point |
°C |
-57 | -97 |
|
Density |
g/cm³ | 1.85 |
1.95 |
|
Kinematic Viscosity |
cSt |
2.2 |
1.80 |
|
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
1/°C |
0.0012 |
0.0011 |
|
Thermal Conductivity |
W/m-K |
0.065 |
0.070 |
|
Dielectric Strength |
kV |
46 |
40 |
|
Average Molecular Weight |
g/mol |
650 |
760 |
Key features of Galden D02
- Bromine Free, Low VOC, High Purity
- Chlorine Resistant, High ESCR (Stress Crack Resist), Sour Gas Resistant
- Good Glycol Resistance, Bio-Fuel Resistant, Fuel Resistant
- Alkali Resistant, Acid Resistant, Alcohol Resistant
- Mineral/Synthetic Oil Resistant, Detergent Resistant, Hydrolysis Resistant
- Low Moisture Absorption, Dielectric Properties, Non Flammable
- Radiotranslucent, Transparency, UV Resistant
- Radiation (Gamma) Resistant, Good Thermal Stability, High Heat Resistant
Technical / Product Data Sheet (TDS/PDS)
Product Data Sheet for Galden D02
Galden® PFPE Heat Transfer Fluids offer the following key advantages:
Stability
- Chemical
- Thermal
- Oxidative
- Radiation
- Compatible
Safety
- FM Approval Standard Class 6930 (Flammability Classification of Industrial Fluids)
- Galden® PFPE are not flammable
Compatibility
- Plastics, metals and elastomers
- Low miscibility with water
No Maintenance
- No need to change fluid periodically when used as recommended