Fomblin® YU 700

Fomblin® YU 700 offers excellent performance over a wide temperature range, remaining stable at high temperatures and performing well at low temperatures. Under extreme pressure, it provides outstanding resistance to wear and protection. The oil is compatible and does not react with metals, plastics, elastomers, or rubber.

Technical Data Sheet for Fomblin® YU 700

Functions of Fomblin® YU 700

Chemical Resistance:

• High Purity: Fomblin® YU 700 is virtually free of impurities, minimizing the risk of contamination in sensitive machinery and processes.
• Chlorine Resistance: Withstands exposure to chlorine without degradation, making it suitable for bleach production, water treatment facilities, and other chlorine-handling environments.
• Toxic Gas Resistance: Can withstand toxic gases commonly encountered in oil and gas production, such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide. This makes it valuable for drilling tools, wellhead components, and other equipment 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: Resists degradation caused by biofuels, making it suitable for biofuel production and storage.
• Fuel Resistance: Compatible with a wide range of fuels, including gasoline and diesel, making it suitable for use in fuel system components, such as gaskets and O-rings.
• Alkali Resistance: Can withstand alkaline solutions, making it valuable in applications such as chemical processing and cleaning solutions.
• Acid Resistance: Resists acid attack, expanding its range of applications in chemical plants and other environments containing acidic substances.
• Alcohol Resistance: Unaffected by alcohol, allowing 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 various industries.
• Detergent Resistance: Resistant to exposure to detergents, which is beneficial for applications involving cleaning processes or harsh environments.
• Hydrolysis Resistance: Resists degradation by water, ensuring stability and performance in moist or wet environments.

Physical Properties:

• Low Moisture Absorption: Absorbs minimal moisture, making it suitable for applications in humid environments or where precise humidity control is required.
• Dielectric Properties: Acts as an insulator, valuable for electrical components and applications requiring electrical insulation.
• Non-Flammability: Does not ignite or burn, enhancing safety in applications near heat or potential ignition sources.
• Light Stability: Resistant to degradation exposure to light, ensuring long-term performance even in outdoor applications.
• Transparent: Clear and allows light to pass through, which is beneficial for observation or level monitoring applications.
• Gamma Radiation Resistance: Can withstand exposure to gamma radiation, making it suitable for use in nuclear power plants or other radiation-prone environments.
• Low Temperature Toughness: Maintains flexibility at low temperatures, allowing for use in cold weather conditions or applications requiring low-temperature performance.
• Good Thermal Stability: Performs well at high temperatures without significant changes in properties, making it suitable for demanding thermal environments.
• High Temperature Resistance: Can withstand very high temperatures, allowing for use in applications involving extremely high temperatures.

Applications of Fomblin® YU 700

Industrial Applications

Oil & Gas