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Silicone oil, for oil baths, usable range from -40 to +200°C, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Silicone oil is used as a calibration media in temperature controlled baths in laboratories due to its good thermal characteristics and low flammability. It is also used as active component in silicone grease, lubricants and heat transfer fluids. It finds application in cosmetics, hair conditioners and as a sorbent for the analysis of headspace (dissolved gas analysis) of food.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Silicone oil is used as a calibration media in temperature controlled baths in laboratories due to its good thermal characteristics and low flammability. It is also used as active component in silicone grease, lubricants and heat transfer fluids. It finds application in cosmetics, hair conditioners and as a sorbent for the analysis of headspace (dissolved gas analysis) of food.
Solubility
Miscible with aliphatic, aromatic hydrocarbons, alcohol and chlorinated hydrocarbons. Immiscible with water, methanol and ethylene glycol.
Notes
Viscosity at 40cSt. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Density | 0.963 g/mL |
| Flash Point | >270°C (518°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.404 |
| Quantity | 500 g |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with aliphatic,aromatic hydrocarbons,alcohol and chlorinated hydrocarbons. Immiscible with water,methanol and ethylene glycol. |
| Chemical Name or Material | Silicone Oil |
Safety and Handling
| RTECSNumber | JT6484500 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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