3M stops production of PFAS-containing products
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 as Novec coating, cleaning and cooling can be mentioned recognized Novec™ series—such as Novec™ 1700, 1702, 7100, 7200, 7300, 71DE, 72DE, 71DA, 72DA, 73DE, FC 3283, FC 40, among others—that have long been valued for their unique properties and applications across a range of sectors.
In this post, Prostech is excited to showcase 3M Novec 72DE Replacement by Gluditec Coven FP2172DE
Description of 3M Novec 72DE Replacement – Coven FP2172DE
COVEN FP2172DE is a nonflammable fluid with no flash point that evaporates quickly without leaving any residues. It cleans electronics, optics, and metal parts efficiently without requiring additional rinsing. As a substitute for cleaners containing CFCs, HFCs, and other harmful chemicals, COVEN FP2172DE is ozone layer-friendly. Due to its azeotrope characteristics, it can cycle in a vapor degreaser while maintaining stable properties, and it does not react or corrode metals commonly used in vapor-degreasers. Additionally, exposure to COVEN FP2172DE is less hazardous than exposure to solvents like TCE, nPB, and Perc.
Feature of 3M Novec 72DE Replacement – Coven FP2172DE
3M Novec 72DE replacement by Gluditec Coven FP2172DE is highlighted by the following key characteristics:
- Thermally and Chemically Stable: Ensures long-lasting performance during use.
- Very Low Surface Tension: Allows deep rinsing of parts with complex geometry.
- Medium-to-Heavy Duty Degreasing: Suitable for a range of cleaning intensities.
- Non-Flammable: Safe to handle and use.
- Low Toxicity: Features no Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and a low Global Warming Potential (GWP).
Application of 3M Novec 72DE Replacement – Coven FP2172DE
- Cleaning, Rinsing, and Drying Agent: Used for rosin solder flux residues, oils, greases, and waxes.
- Vapor Degrease Applications: Ideal for use in vapor degreasing systems.
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COMPARISON TABLE WITH 3M Novec 7100
| 3M Novec 72DE | COVEN FP2172DE | |
| Composition | 163702-06-5: 10-20% | 156-60-5: 70% |
| 163702-05-4: 1-10% | 163702-06-5: 20% | |
| 163702-08-7: 5-10% | 163702-08-7: 10% | |
| 163702-07-6: 1-5% | ||
| 156-60-5: 68-72% | ||
| Appearance | Transparent | Transparent |
| Boiling point | 43ºC | 43ºC |
| Density (g/ml) | 1.28 | 1.28 |
| Surface Tension (dynes/cm) | 19 | 19 |
| Vapor Pressure (mmHg) | 350 | 350 |
| ODP | 0 | 0 |
| GWP | 43 | 43 |
| Flash point | None | None |
