OPTEON™ SF80 Specialty Fluid – Chemours

Econtrol Devices offers OPTEON™ SF80 Specialty Fluid, a high-solvency industrial cleaning fluid developed by The Chemours Company for precision cleaning, vapor degreasing, defluxing, and removing industrial contaminants.

Opteon SF80 is a specialty solvent blend containing trans-1,2-dichloroethylene (t-DCE) and proprietary fluorinated compounds. It has azeotrope-like properties and a Kauri-Butanol (Kb) value of 99, providing strong solvency for industrial cleaning processes.

With a boiling point of 47°C, low surface tension, and high soil-loading capacity, Opteon SF80 is designed for cleaning applications involving oils, grease, silicone, flux residues, and other contaminants.

According to Chemours, Opteon SF80 is intended as an alternative to solvents such as trichloroethylene (TCE), n-propyl bromide (nPB), benzene, perchloroethylene, methylene chloride, HCFC-225, HCFC-141b, and certain HFE and PFC fluids.

Key Features of OPTEON SF80 Specialty Fluid

• High Solvency Power: Kauri-Butanol (Kb) value of 99.
• Precision Cleaning Fluid: Developed for industrial applications requiring strong cleaning performance.
• Vapor Degreasing Applications: Designed for use in vapor degreasing equipment.
• Fast Drying: A boiling point of 47°C supports faster drying of cleaned components.
• Low Surface Tension: Suitable for industrial cleaning and degreasing processes.
• Azeotrope-Like Properties: Helps maintain compositional stability during use.
• High Soil-Loading Capacity: Designed to reduce equipment downtime associated with solvent change-outs.
• No Surfactants Required: Chemours states that surfactants are not needed to achieve residue-free cleaning.
• Low Global Warming Potential: GWP of less than 2.5, according to the manufacturer.
• Negligible Ozone Depletion Potential: As reported in the Technical Data Sheet.
• Recyclable and Reusable: Identified as recyclable and reusable by Chemours.
• No Closed-Cup or Open-Cup Flash Point: Reported in manufacturer testing; flammable vapor-air mixtures may still form during use.

Applications of OPTEON SF80 Specialty Fluid

Opteon SF80 is developed for a range of industrial cleaning applications requiring high solvency and reliable cleaning performance.

1. Oil and Grease Removal

Opteon SF80 is used for cleaning industrial contaminants, including oils and grease.

The manufacturer reports cleaning performance evaluations involving mineral oil, hydraulic fluid, and grease.

2. Precision Cleaning

The fluid is suitable for precision cleaning applications where high solvency and low surface tension are required.

3. High-Solvency Defluxing

Opteon SF80 is used for removing flux residues during industrial cleaning processes.

Chemours reports that the fluid was effective in cleaning non-polar flux rosin residues from surface-mounted technology printed circuit boards.

4. Silicone Removal

Opteon SF80 is listed for silicone removal applications.

The manufacturer's solubility testing identifies silicone DC-704 as miscible with the fluid.

5. Vapor Degreasing

The fluid is designed for vapor degreasing applications.

According to Chemours, existing vapor degreasing equipment can generally be used with minor or no modifications, subject to the manufacturer's retrofit guidelines.

6. Cold Cleaning

Opteon SF80 is also used for industrial cold cleaning applications.

Technical Specifications of OPTEON SF80

The following technical specifications are taken from the manufacturer's Technical Data Sheet.

All physical property values are reported at 25°C unless otherwise specified. These are manufacturer-reported values and should not be treated as guaranteed product specifications.

Chemical Composition

According to the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet, Opteon SF80 is a mixture containing:

Cleaning Performance

Chemours evaluated Opteon SF80 through cleaning tests conducted according to ASTM G122.

Contaminant Removal Performance

These results are based on three trials reported by Chemours. Actual cleaning performance may vary depending on operating conditions and the type of contamination.

Solubility of Industrial Contaminants

The manufacturer lists the following contaminants as miscible with Opteon SF80:

• Mineral Oil
• Hydraulic Fluid (MIL-PRF-83282)
• Grease (MIL-PRF-81322)
• Silicone (DC-704)
• Skydrol

Material Compatibility

Chemours provides material compatibility information for Opteon SF80 based on testing with various metals, plastics, and elastomers.

Compatible Metals

The manufacturer reports good compatibility following two weeks of testing at 47°C with:

• Stainless Steel
• Copper
• Brass
• Aluminum

Compatible Plastics

The manufacturer lists the following plastics as compatible:

• Polyethylene
• Polypropylene
• Teflon™
• Polyester
• Nylon
• FEP/PFA
• Halar
• Kynar

Incompatible Plastics

The manufacturer's compatibility table identifies the following plastics as incompatible:

• Polystyrene
• Polycarbonate
• ABS
• Polyacrylate
• Acrylic (PMMA)
• Polysulfone

Elastomer Compatibility

The manufacturer lists the following materials as compatible in its elastomer compatibility table:

• Teflon™
• Kalrez
• Ryton
• PTFE with EPDM
• PTFE with Neoprene
• Parafluor

The following materials are listed as incompatible:

• Silicone
• Hypalon
• EPDM Rubber
• Viton™
• Buna N
• Fluorosilicone

Material Compatibility Precautions

Chemours reports that several elastomers may experience reversible swelling when exposed to Opteon SF80.

The manufacturer recommends Teflon™ or Teflon-encapsulated gaskets and O-ring seals for diaphragm pumps.

Compatibility should be evaluated under the expected operating conditions because specific plastic and elastomer formulations may vary.

Safety and Environmental Information

Opteon SF80 has no reported closed-cup or open-cup flash point and is classified as a nonflammable liquid by NFPA and DOT in the manufacturer's Technical Data Sheet.

However, the Safety Data Sheet warns that flammable or explosive vapor-air mixtures may form during use.

Environmental Properties

• Global Warming Potential: Less than 2.5
• Ozone Depletion Potential: Negligible
• VOC Content: 1278 g/L
• Recyclable and Reusable: Identified in manufacturer documentation

The manufacturer also states that Opteon SF80 does not contain fluorinated greenhouse gases listed in Annex I of EU Regulation 517/2014.

Safety Classification

According to the supplied Safety Data Sheet, Opteon SF80 has the following GHS classifications:

• Skin Irritation – Category 3
• Eye Irritation – Category 2B
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure – Category 3
• Acute Aquatic Hazard – Category 3
• Chronic Aquatic Hazard – Category 3

The fluid may cause mild skin irritation, eye irritation, drowsiness, or dizziness.

The Safety Data Sheet also warns that vapors may displace oxygen and that rapid evaporation may cause frostbite.

Storage and Handling

Opteon SF80 is intended for use in industrial installations only.

The manufacturer states that the fluid is thermally stable and does not oxidize or degrade under recommended storage conditions.

Storage Guidelines

• Store in a clean, cool, and well-ventilated area.
• Keep containers properly labeled.
• Protect containers from direct sunlight.
• Keep storage temperatures below 46°C (115°F).
• Avoid exposing drums to direct heat.
• Store locked up.
• Follow applicable national storage regulations.

Handling Precautions

• Use adequate ventilation and local exhaust ventilation where required.
• Avoid breathing mist or vapors.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
• Keep away from heat and ignition sources.
• Take precautions against static discharge.
• Use appropriate chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles.
• Use a drum pump when dispensing from containers containing 5 gallons or more, as recommended in the Safety Data Sheet.

Available Packaging Options

The supplied product screenshot lists the following packaging options:

Packaging and availability should be confirmed when requesting a quotation.

Shelf Life

According to Chemours, Opteon SF80 does not have a specified shelf-life limit when stored properly in an unopened package.

The manufacturer recommends storing containers in a clean, dry area and protecting them from freezing and temperatures above 46°C (115°F).

Recycling and Disposal

Opteon SF80 is identified as recyclable and reusable in Chemours' Technical Data Sheet.

The manufacturer states that its azeotrope-like properties help maintain compositional stability during use.

Disposal Guidelines

• Dispose of waste according to applicable local regulations.
• Avoid releasing the fluid into the environment.
• Take empty contaminated containers to an approved waste-handling facility for recycling or disposal.

OPTEON SF80 Specialty Fluid – Product Inquiries at Econtrol Devices

Econtrol Devices provides product information and quotation assistance for Opteon™ SF80 Specialty Fluid and industrial precision cleaning solvent requirements.

For technical specifications, packaging options, and quotation inquiries related to Opteon SF80, contact Econtrol Devices.

Safety Information: Opteon SF80 is restricted to industrial installations and specified cleaning applications. It may cause irritation, drowsiness, or dizziness, and flammable vapor-air mixtures may form during use. Review the manufacturer's current Safety Data Sheet and product label before handling, storing, or using the fluid.