Fomblin® YR 1800

Fomblin® YR 1800 is a PFPE oil with unique properties, including a wide temperature range and resistance to chemicals and solvents. This oil also offers excellent water washout properties, radiation resistance, and is non-flammable, making it well-suited for applications in both liquid and gaseous oxygen environments.

Technical Data Sheet for Fomblin® YR 1800

Functions of Fomblin® YR 1800

Chemical Resistance:

• High Purity: Minimizes the risk of contamination in sensitive equipment, which is important for applications where even small impurities can cause problems.
• Chlorine Resistance: Can withstand exposure to chlorine without degradation, making it suitable for use in detergent manufacturing, water treatment facilities, and other chlorinated environments.
• Sour Gas Resistance: Withstands exposure to sour gases commonly encountered in oil and gas production, such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide. This makes it valuable for oil drilling tools, wellhead components, and other equipment used in harsh oil and gas environments.
• Good Glycol Resistance: Compatible with glycols used in antifreeze and hydraulic fluids, allowing use in components exposed to these fluids, such as pumps and heat exchangers.
• Biofuel Resistance: Resistant to degradation by biofuels, making it suitable for use in biofuel production and storage facilities.
• Fuel Resistance: Compatible with a variety of fuels, including gasoline and diesel, making it suitable for fuel system components such as gaskets and rings.
• Alkali Resistance: Can withstand exposure to alkaline solutions, making it valuable for applications in chemical processing and cleaning solutions.
• Acid Resistance: Resists attack by acids, expanding its range of applications in chemical plants and other environments containing acidic substances.
• Alcohol Resistance: Unaffected by alcohol, allowing for use in applications involving alcoholic beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning solutions.
• Mineral/Synthetic Oil Resistance: Compatible with both mineral and synthetic oils, making it a versatile choice for lubrication applications across a variety of industries.
• Detergent Resistance: Can withstand exposure to detergents, making it beneficial for applications involving cleaning processes or harsh environments.
• Hydrolysis Resistance: Resists degradation by water, ensuring stability and performance in humid or wet environments.

Physical Properties:

• Low Moisture Absorption: Minimal moisture absorption, making it suitable for use in humid environments or applications requiring precise humidity control.
• Dielectric Properties (Uncertain): Information specific to YR 1800 is not provided. While some Fomblin® products have dielectric properties, please refer to the data sheet to confirm whether YR 1800 is suitable as an insulator.
• Non-Flammability: Enhances safety in applications near heat sources or potential ignition sources.
• Light Stability: Resists degradation exposure to light, ensuring long-term performance even in outdoor applications.
• Transparent: May be transparent or slightly opaque, allowing for visual inspection in some applications.
• Radiation Resistance (Gamma) (Uncertain): Information specific to YR 1800 is not provided. Please refer to the data sheet for clarification on its suitability for irradiated environments.
• Low Temperature Flexibility: Maintains flexibility at low temperatures, allowing for use in cold weather conditions or applications requiring low-temperature operation.
• Good Thermal Stability: Performs well at high temperatures without significant changes in properties, making it suitable for extreme temperature environments.
• High Temperature Resistance: Can withstand very high temperatures, allowing for use in applications involving extremely high temperatures

Applications of Fomblin® YR 1800

Industrial Applications

Oil & Gas

Aerospace