TMC HFE-377E ENGINEERED FLUID

Alternative for: 3M™ Novec 73DE, Vertrel™ SDG, Tergo™ Metal Cleaning Fluid. TMC HFE-377E Engineered Fluid is a precision cleaning solvent mixture of 1,2 trans-dichloroethylene and HFE. It was designed with no HFCs, which are subject to an EPA phase-down. It is a direct substitute for nPB, Novec, and other industrial solvents. TMC HFE-377E was designed with no HFCs, for cleaning applications as a direct substitute for solvents like nPB, Chemours Vertrel®, 3M Novec®, HCFC-225, and others.  Non-Flammable No Flash Point Low Viscosity Low Surface Tension Zero Surface Residue   APPLICATIONS Precision Cleaning Vapor Degreasing Ultrasonic Cleaning Medical Device Cleaning TMC HFE-377E has a broad spectrum cleaning capability for many types of contaminants including: adhesives, buffing compounds, drawing oils, hydraulic oils, greases, refrigerant oils, silicone oils, and waxes.    PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Clear & Bright Flash Point None Boiling Point 45.5°C KB Value 94 Specific Gravity 1.305 g/mL @ 25°C Viscosity 0.41 cP @ 20°C Heat Capacity 0.270cal/g @ 20°C Vapor Pressure 292 mmHg @ 20°C Vapor Flammability in Air Lower Limit – 5.7%*Upper Limit – 19% VOC Content 1115 g/L Density 1.272 g/ml GWP 87 ODP 0 MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY Compatible Materials Compatible with all metals and most plastics and elastomers.  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  Polystyrene Epichlorohydrin Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO) Silicone Polycarbonate Natural Rubber ABS Acrylic   COMPLIANCE TMC HFE-377E is not classified as flammable or hazardous for transport by DOT.    SHELF LIFE & STORAGE 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.  TMC HFE-377E is thermally stable and will not oxidize or degrade during storageunder normal conditions. It is recommended to store 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 105°F (40.5°C).   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 and oils, 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).   DOCUMENTS TMC Performance Fluids Brochure TMC Used Fluid Reclamation Service Brochure