Yes, industrial grade cyclohexane solvent can be used as an industrial cleaning solvent. Due to its excellent dissolving ability, cyclohexane industrial solvent is widely used for degreasing and cleaning of mechanical equipment as well as removing surface oil or contaminants. It is a volatile, non-polar solvent capable of eliminating various oils, greases, waxes, and non-polar impurities. Nevertheless, due to its high flammability and associated health hazards, rigorous safety protocols must be strictly adhered to during its application.
Introduction to Cyclohexane
CAS 110-82-7 Cyclohexane is a colorless, flammable liquid with a distinctive detergent-like odor. It is widely used as a non-polar solvent in various extraction processes. Its simple structure and low reactivity make it ideal for separating compounds in organic chemistry. Understanding its properties and applications is essential for efficient extraction.
Properties of Cyclohexane CAS 110-82-7 |
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Appearance |
Colorless liquid |
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Odor |
Sweet, pungent, gasoline-like |
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Boiling Point |
80.74 °C (177°F) |
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Melting Point |
6.47 °C (44 °F) |
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Flash Point |
-20 °C (-4 °F) |
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Solubility |
Insoluble in water; soluble in ether, alcohol, acetone |
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Vapor Pressure |
78 mmHg at 20 °C (or 95 mmHg at 68 °F) |
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Specific Gravity |
0.8 (water = 1) |
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Vapor Density |
2.9 (air = 1) |
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Auto Ignition Temperature |
473 °F (245 °C) |
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Molecular Weight |
84.2 |
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Why Cyclohexane Works as a Cleaning Solvent
Industrial Cyclohexane is a non-polar hydrocarbon solvent that exhibits powerful solvency toward various oils, lubricants, greases, wax residues, adhesives, and resins. Consequently, it finds extensive application in sectors such as metal cleaning and degreasing, as well as rubber and plastics processing.
Industrial Cleaning Applications of Cyclohexane
Metal Degreasing: Cyclohexane solvent effectively removes machining oils, cutting fluids, and various surface contaminants from metal components. This cleaning step is typically an essential prerequisite for subsequent processing, assembly, or surface treatment operations.
Electronics Cleaning: Under controlled and safe conditions, cyclohexane can be used to remove non-polar organic residues from electronic components and precision parts.
Adhesive and Resin Removal: Industrial-grade cyclohexane aids in dissolving and removing residual adhesives, resins, and polymer residues from industrial equipment, molds, and production tools.
Laboratory Cleaning: In laboratory settings, cyclohexane (CAS 110-82-7) is frequently used to clean glassware and instruments contaminated with grease, fats, or other organic compounds.
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