What is Hexavalent Chromium? Often referred to as hex chrome, hexavalent chromium and sometimes searched as hexa chrome, hexavalent chromium is a form of the metallic element chromium commonly used in manufacturing. Chromium is especially useful for its corrosion resistance, hardness, and durability. Other names for hex chrome include chromium(VI), chrome VI, chromium 6, chromium(6+), […]
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3M™ Novec™ HFE Engineered Fluids and PFAS Phase Out
3M™ Fluids Discontinued The Last Order deadline of March 31, 2025 for 3M™ Novec™ fluids has passed. Manufacturing of all 3M™ Novec™ products ceased at the end of 2025. It is highly recommended that customers transition to a Novec™ replacement fluid as soon as possible. Our dedicated chemical team can assist you with a transition […]
3M™ Fluorinert™ Thermofluid Alternatives
Facilities looking for a Fluorinert alternative often need more than a simple product cross-reference. The correct replacement fluid depends on operating temperature range, thermal performance, dielectric requirements, material compatibility, system design, and long-term availability. Best Technology helps manufacturers evaluate BestSolv® engineered fluids for thermal management, heat transfer, electronics cooling, and other applications that previously relied […]
3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquids
3M™ Fluorinert™ Fluorinated Liquid and 3M™ Novec™ for Heat Transfer and Thermal Management Many modern manufacturing and technology practices require managing excess heat, or thermal management, with fluids such as 3M™ Fluorinert™ and 3M™ Novec™. For manufacturers of semiconductor wafers, controlling process temperatures is critical. For data centers, getting rid of excess heat through immersion […]
Solvent Cleaning with 3M Novec Engineered Fluids
3M™ Novec™ for Solvent Cleaning and Vapor Degreasing 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids are non-flammable, non-ozone depleting, low-toxicity solvents and cleaners with low global-warming potential. The 3M™ Novec™ family of precision cleaning solvents offers an ideal balance of: high employee safety exposure limits low environmental impact excellent cleaning performance. The ever-changing EPA, regulatory, employee and environmental […]
nPB Replacement Options – OSHA and EPA Phaseout of n-Propyl Bromide (nPB)
Looking for an nPB replacement? This guide explains why n-propyl bromide, also known as propyl bromide, 1-bromopropane, or 1-BP, is being phased out and compares replacement options for both short-term use and long-term compliance. Short-Term nPB Replacement: Interim Use Scenarios While we encourage a transition to safer alternatives, we also understand that some facilities still […]
U.S. Department of Defense Risk Alert for nPB April 2013
The following article was released from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) regarding an alert for nPB aka 1-Bromopropane (CAS #106-94-5), npropyl bromide or n-PB. The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists proposes to lower the threshold limit value time-weighted average from 10 parts per million (ppm) to 0.1 ppm. If implemented, this change presents […]
3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids & Solvents
What are 3M™ Novec™ Fluids? 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluids are non-flammable fluids used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including vapor degreasing, solvent cleaning of industrial parts, and thermal management of electronics. Based on 3M™’s proprietary segregated hydrofluoroether (HFE) chemistry, 3M™ Novec™ fluids combine proven performance with outstanding environmental and safety features. What is […]
Aqueous Cleaning Solutions: Alkaline Cleaners
What are Aqueous Cleaners? Aqueous cleaners are water-based cleaning solutions used in aqueous cleaning processes for industrial parts, precision components, and metal finishing applications. These cleaners may include detergents, surfactants, emulsifiers, and other components that improve cleaning performance. Unlike many solvent cleaners, aqueous cleaning solutions generally do not contain volatile organic compounds. Their pH can […]
AK225 HCFC-225 Phase Out and Replacement with BestSolv® HFE Solvents
Why BestSolv® HFE Engineered Fluid is the best solvent: A brief history of cleaning solvents CFC’s In the 1980’s and prior, Freon TF (CFC-113) or Freon TMS (TF + 5.7% methanol) were the workhorse solvents for precision cleaning and vapor degreasing. They offered the following advantages: High purity Low “non-volatile residue” (what is left behind […]
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