What are PFAS Chemicals?
This BestSolv™ Engineered Fluid is NOT considered a PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance) under the U.S. EPA’s currently proposed definition.
BestSolv™ Lima – 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA Replacement
BestSolv™ Lima engineered fluid is a non-flammable cleaning solvent used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including vapor degreasing and solvent cleaning of precision and industrial parts containing true machining oils.
BestSolv™ Lima cleaning solvent is formulated as a drop-in 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA alternative fluid, based on the 3M™ announcement of Novec™ fluid phase out in 2022.
Note: Information is provided by Best Technology, not 3M™. 3M™ does not endorse or recommend any alternative material. As such, the customer is responsible for evaluation of the material’s various properties when looking at alternatives.
Benefits of BestSolv™ Lima
- Drop-in replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA
- Hydrofluoroether (HFE) solvent
- Ideal for vapor degreasing and precision cleaning applications
- Stable, near azeotropic solvent
- Compatible with a wide range of materials
- Non-flammable
- Non-conductive
- Low toxicity
- Low Global Warming Potential (GWP)
- Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
- Low surface tension penetrates tight spaces for improved cleaning
Data Sheets
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Common Applications
BestSolv™ Lima is formulated as a vapor degreasing solvent for precision cleaning applications. It is commonly used for:
- Cleaning medical device parts during manufacturing
- Cleaning electronics and mobile device parts during manufacturing
Properties for BestSolv™ Lima vs 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA
| Property | 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA | Best Solv™ Lima |
| Composition | Hydrofluoroether (HFE) blend with Isopropanol | Hydrofluoroether (HFE) blend with Isopropanol |
| Cleaning Performance | Light Duty | Light Duty |
| Boiling Point | 131°F / 55 °C | 129 °F / 54 °C |
| Stability | Near Azeotrope | Near Azeotrope |
| Vapor Pressure | 207 mmHg | 232 mmHg |
| Liquid Density | 1.48 g/cm2 | 1.43 g/cm2 |
| Surface Tension | 14.5 dynes/cm | 17 dynes/cm |
| Global Warming Potential (GWP) | Low | Low |
| Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) | None | None |
| Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Designation | Yes – Isopropanol is a VOC. | Yes – Isopropanol is a VOC. |
| Flash Point | None | None |
BestSolv™ Lima Packaging
| Product # | SKU | Container Sizes Available (Gallons) | Approx. Weight (Lbs.) |
| BestSolv™ Lima-55 | 23700610 | 55 gal. drum | 551 lbs. |
| BestSolv™ Lima-05 | 23700625 | 5 gal. pail | 50 lbs. |
BestSolv™ HFE Price and Ordering
For purposes of product stewardship, Best Solv™ Engineered Fluids cannot be sold directly online and are available for customers in the United States only.
Please contact our chemical sales department for a quote by clicking the “Get a Quote” button, or call 612-392-2414, ext. 2.