Replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 612
| Part # | Name | Size | Ordering |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2370001355 | BestSolv® Zulu-MAG-55 | 55 gal. drum | |
| 2370000135 | BestSolv® Zulu-MAG-05 | 5 gal. pail |
Product Description
BestSolv® Zulu MAG Engineered Fluid is a fluorinated ketone fluid that excels as a cover gas agent for the protection of molten magnesium during casting operations. Compared to other cover gas agents, BestSolv® Zulu MAG significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
This product is an exact molecule, drop-in replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 612.
Recommended Applications
- Open casting of ingots, direct chill casting, sand casting or investment casting
- High pressure die casting with hot or cold chamber melting furnaces
- Preparation of alloys from pure magnesium or other alloys
- Remelting of scrap from casting processes
- Magnesium casting applications with custom gas mixing equipment from Polycontrols
Features and Benefits
- Drop-in replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 612
- Protects pure magnesium or its alloys at melt temperatures from 650 ºC to 800 ºC (1170 °F to 1450 °F)
- Replacement for previous fluids: Sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆), and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), such as HFC-134a, HFC-245fa
- When replacing SF₆ in casting applications, greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced by more than 99%
- When replacing HFC-134a in casting applications, greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced by more than 68%
- SNAP EPA accepted substitute for ozone depleting substances
- Not subject to SARA Title III (EPCRA) reporting regulation
- Not a hazardous air pollutant (HAP) – Not regulated under NESHAP
- Non-flammable
- Electrically non-conductive
- Low Global Warming Potential (GWP)
- Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
- Clear, colorless, low odor
- High molecular weight
Composition & Properties
| Composition | Fluorinated Ketone (99.9%) CAS # 756-13-8 |
| 3M™ Novec™ Replacement Type | Exact Molecule |
| Approved Applications | Magnesium Cover/Shield Gas Fire Suppression Thermal Management Immersion Cooling |
| Boiling Point | 120 °F / 49 °C |
| Pour Point | -162 °F / -108 °C |
| Density Sat. Liquid | 1.60g/mL@25°C (99.9lbm/ft₃) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.404 bar (5.85psia) |
| Critical Temperature | 336 °F / 169 °C |
| Critical Pressure | 1.88 MPa |
| Viscosity | 0.64cPs @ 25 °C |
| Specific Heat | 1103 J/kg-K@ 25 °C |
| Latent Heat of Vaporization @ Boil Point | 88-kJ/kg |
| Dielectric Constant | 1.8 @ 1kHz |
| Dielectric Strength | 48kV |
| Global Warming Potential (GWP) | 1 |
| Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) | None |
| Flash Point | None |
Materials Compatibility
| Metals | Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Aluminum Brass Copper |
| Polymers/Plastics* | Polymeric seals and gaskets in valves and gas mixing meters |
| Elastomers* | Not recommended for use with fluoroelastomer o-rings, gaskets, or seals |
*Initial compatibility testing should be conducted on non-production parts. Material compatibility testing should always be conducted under process-specific conditions and is the responsibility of the user.
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BestSolv® is distributed exclusively by Best Technology Inc.