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BestSolv™ Zulu – 3M™ Novec™ 612, 649, 1230, FK-5-1-12 Replacement Fluid
BestSolv™ Zulu engineered fluid are non-flammable fluids used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including immersion cooling, fire protection, Magnesium Protection Engineered Fluid.
BestSolv™ Zulu solvent fluid is formulated as a molecular / drop in 3M™ Novec™ 612, 649 and 1230 , FK5-1-12, alternative replacement fluid family 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 Best Solv™ Zulu
- Drop-in replacement for:
- Novec™ 612 Engineered Fluid
- Novec™ 649 Engineered Fluid
- Novec™ 1230 Engineered Fluid
- Known as Dodecafluoro-2-methylpentan-3-one, 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-NONAFLUORO-4-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)-3-PENTANONE, 3-Pentanone, 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-nonafluoro4-(trifluoromethyl)-,
- Known as Dodecafluoro-2-methylpentan-3-one, 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-NONAFLUORO-4-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)-3-PENTANONE, 3-Pentanone, 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-nonafluoro4-(trifluoromethyl)-, Heptafluoroisopropyl pentafluoroethyl ketone
- Ideal for vapor degreasing and precision cleaning applications
- Replacement for previous fluids: SF₆, HFC-123a, HFC-245a
- Non-flammable
- Low Global Warming Potential (GWP)
- Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
- High molecular weight
Data Sheets
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BestSolv™ Zulu Common Applications
BestSolv™ Zulu can be used in different applications depending on its state: gaseous or liquid.
- Novec™ 612 – magnesium protection fluid – cover gas
- Novec™ 649 – heat transfer / immersion cooling fluid – data center cooling
- Novec™ 1230 – fire suppression fluid
Properties for BestSolv™ Zulu vs 3M™ Novec™ 612, 649, 1230, FK-5-1-12
| Property | 3M™ Novec™ 612, 649, 1230, FK-5-1-12 | Best Solv™ Zulu |
| CAS # | 756-13-8 | 756-13-8 |
| Boiling Point | 120 F°/ 49°C | 120°F / 49°C |
| Pour Point | -162°F / -108°C | -162°F / -108°C |
| Specific Gravity | 1.60 g/mL @ 25°C | 1.60 g/mL @ 25°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 31kPa / 232mmHg @ 25°C | 31kPa / 232 mmHg @ 25°C |
| Critical Temperature | 336°F / 169°C | 336°F / 169°C |
| Critical Pressure | 1.88mPA | 1.88mPA |
| Pour Point | -164°F / -108°C | -164°F / -108°C |
| Viscosity | 0.64cPs @ 25°C | 0.64cPs @ 25°C |
| Specific Heat | 1103 J/kg-K@ 25°C | 1103 J/kg-K@ 25°C |
| Latent Heat of Vaporization @ Boil Point | 88-kJ/kg | 88-kJ/kg |
| Dielectric Constant | 1.8 @ 1kHz | 1.8 @ 1kHz |
| Dielectric Strength | 48kV | 48kV |
| Flash Point | None | None |
BestSolv™ Zulu Packaging
| Product # | SKU | Container Sizes Available (Gallons) | Approx. Weight (Lbs.) |
| BestSolv™ Zulu-55 | 23700000 | 55 gal. drum | 551 lbs. |
| BestSolv™ Zulu-05 | 23700025 | 5 gal. pail | 50 lbs. |
Best Solv Price and Ordering
For purposes of product stewardship, Best Solv fluids cannot be sold directly online and is 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.