Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6

Fomblin® Y LVAC 16/6 is a PFPE oil that remains unreactive with metals, rubber, and plastics. Its chemical inertness, low surface tension, and water resistance make it ideal for use in rotary vacuum pumps.

General

Technical data sheet

Thermal

Product functions

Chemical Resistance:

• High Purity: Likely very pure, minimizing contamination risks in vacuum pump environments.
• Chlorine Resistant: While information on specific resistances beyond what's mentioned in the original paragraph isn't available, Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6 may offer some level of resistance due to being a PFPE oil. However, confirmation requires consulting the datasheet.
• Other Resistances (Uncertain): Data on resistance to sour gas, bio-fuels, fuels (beyond what's mentioned), strong acids/bases, alcohols (beyond what's mentioned), detergents, or hydrolysis is not available. These resistances may not be as critical for Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6's primary function.

Physical Properties:

• Low Surface Tension: A crucial function for Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6. Low surface tension allows the oil to spread easily and form a thin film, reducing friction and wear in vacuum pumps.
• Water Resistance: Important for vacuum pump applications, as moisture can be present. Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6's resistance to water helps it maintain performance even with some moisture exposure.
• Non Flammable: A safety feature for applications around potential ignition sources.
• Light Stabilized: May be beneficial for some applications, but not as critical for vacuum pumps.
• Transparency: May be clear or slightly translucent, potentially allowing visual inspection of the oil level in some pumps.
• Other Properties (Uncertain): Information on radiation resistance, low-temperature flexibility, good thermal stability, and high heat resistance is not available. These properties may not be as critical for Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6's primary function in most vacuum pump applications.

Primary Function:

• Vacuum Pump Lubrication: Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6, due to its chemical inertness, low surface tension, and water resistance, is particularly well-suited for lubricating rotary vacuum pumps. It minimizes friction and wear, protects components, and performs well even in the presence of some moisture.

Applications of Fomblin Y LVAC 16/6

Industrial applications

Electronics

Aerospace