Fluorinated surfactant solution STD 2461
Introduction
Composition: Fluorinated surfactant solution
Appearance: light yellow viscous liquid
Active ingredient: 18%
Solvent: water/alcohol mixture
Application range:
Suitable for aqueous systems
STD-2461 Fluorinated Surfactant Solution: Technical Overview
| Category | Specifications |
|---|
| Product Name |
STD-2461 Fluorinated Surfactant Solution |
| Chemical Type |
Perfluoroalkyl ether carboxylate |
| Appearance |
Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Active Content |
30±2% in aqueous solution |
| pH Value |
7.0-9.0 (as supplied) |
| Density (25°C) |
1.10-1.20 g/cm³ |
| Viscosity (25°C) |
10-50 mPa·s |
| Surface Tension |
≤18 mN/m (0.1% aqueous solution) |
Key Properties & Functions
| Property | Description |
|---|
| Ultra-Low ST |
Dramatically reduces surface tension (≤18 mN/m) |
| Thermal Stability |
Stable up to 200°C |
| Chemical Resistance |
Resistant to acids, bases, and solvents |
| Compatibility |
Works in waterborne and solvent systems |
| Foam Control |
Low foam generation |
Applications
| Industry | Use Case |
|---|
| Coatings |
Improves wetting on low-energy surfaces |
| Electronics |
Enhances coating uniformity in PCB manufacturing |
| Textiles |
Provides water/oil repellency |
| Firefighting Foams |
Forms stable aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) |
| Cleaning Agents |
Boosts surface contact in specialty cleaners |
Performance Advantages
| Advantage | Benefit |
|---|
| Superior Wetting |
Enables coating of difficult substrates |
| Chemical Resistance |
Maintains performance in harsh environments |
| Low VOC |
Environmentally preferable formulation |
| Dilution Stability |
Remains effective at <0.1% concentration |
| Regulatory Compliance |
Meets PFAS restrictions (C6 chemistry) |
Usage Guidelines
| Parameter | Recommendation |
|---|
| Typical Dosage |
0.01-0.5% of total formulation |
| Addition Point |
Early in formulation process |
| Mixing |
Gentle agitation sufficient |
| Storage |
5-30°C; avoid freezing |
| Shelf Life |
24 months unopened |
Safety & Compliance
| Aspect | Details |
|---|
| Toxicity |
LD50 >2000 mg/kg (oral, rat) |
| Biodegradability |
Not readily biodegradable |
| Regulatory Status |
EPA approved, REACH registered |
| PPE Requirements |
Gloves and safety glasses recommended |
Comparison with Alternatives
| Feature | STD-2461 | Hydrocarbon Surfactants |
|---|
| Surface Tension |
≤18 mN/m |
≥25 mN/m |
| Chemical Resistance |
Excellent |
Moderate |
| Dosage Efficiency |
10x more potent |
Standard |
| Environmental Profile |
C6 chemistry |
Conventional chemistry |
References
Manufacturer Technical Bulletin (2024)
Journal of Fluorine Chemistry(2023)
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