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Silicone oil, for oil baths, usable range from -40 to +200°C, 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.
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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
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
RTECSNumber
JT6484500
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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