Technical Note Rosemount 1199 Fill Fluid Specifications

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Rosemount 1199 Fill Fluid Specifications

1.1 Fluids

Silicone 200
Silicone 704
Syltherm XLT
Silicone 705
Inert (Halocarbon)
Neobee M20
Glycerin & Water
Propylene Glycol and Water
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1.2 Fill Fluid Specifications Silicone 200

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -45 to 205 C (-49 to 400 F)
Max Temp at Min Pressure: 125 C / 257 F @ 20 mm HgA

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 9.5 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 0.934
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.00108 cc/cc/C (0.00060 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Name: Polydimethylsiloxane polymer

Chemical Composition: (CH3)3SiO[SiO(CH3)2]nSi(CH3)3
CAS Number: 63148-62-9

Description/ Applications: Silicone200 is a good general purpose fill fluid for industrial
applications and is used in over half of all remote seal assemblies. Silicone200 is made up of a
mixture of linear polymers with an average viscosity of 10 cs. This fluid has a broad temperature
range to cover ambient and process conditions and has a low viscosity for good time response.
Silicone fluids have a unique combination of properties that give superior performance in a wide
variety of applications. Silicone fluids are quite different from other fluids. Hydrocarbon fluids
are based on a backbone of carbon-to-carbon atoms, while silicone fluids have a backbone of
silicon-oxygen linkages similar to the Si-O linkages in high temperature inorganic materials
(quartz, glass and sand). Silicones provide excellent thermal stability and low vapor pressure.
Primary use is as an ingredient in cosmetic and personal care product formulations, but neither
represents or tests this fluid for medical or pharmaceutical applications. Syltherm 800
heat-transfer fluid has been used in seal systems, but was obsoleted since it was found to have
no long term advantages over standard Silicone200.
SILICONE 200 VAPOR PRESSURE
800

700

600

500
PRESSURE (mm HgA)

400

300

200

100

0
100 115 130 145 160 175 190 205
TEMPERATURE (C)

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1.3 Fill Fluid Specifications Silicone 704

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: 0 to 315 C (32 to 600 F)
Max Temp at Min Pressure: See vapor-pressure curve

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 39 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 1.07
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.00095 cc/cc/C (0.00053 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Name: Tetramethyltetraphenyltrisiloxane

CAS Number: 3982-82-9

Description/ Applications: Silicone704 is a silicone diffusion pump fluid for vacuum and high
temperature industrial applications. This specialty silicone fluid has a much higher molecular
weight than Silicone200, which increases its operating temperature and lowers its vapor
pressure. Its main limitation is its higher viscosity, and so heat tracing of capillaries is suggested
for many outdoor applications. The 0.03 in (0.7 mm) ID capillary is not allowed for Silicone704
because of its higher viscosity.

SILICONE 704 VAPOR PRESSURE

800

SILICONE 704 VAPOR PRESSURE

700 300

250
600

200
PRESSURE (mm HgA)

500
PRESSURE (mm HgA)

150

400 100

50
300

0
170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300
200 TEMPERATURE (C)

100

0
150 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300 315
TEMPERATURE (C)

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1.4 Fill Fluid Specifications Syltherm XLT

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -73 to 149 C (-100 to 300 F)

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 1.6 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 0.85
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.001198 cc/cc/C (0.00066 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Name: Dimethyl Polysiloxane

CAS Number: 063148-62-9

Description/ Applications: Syltherm XLT is a low viscosity silicone fluid used specifically for cold
temperature applications. It has been reported to work satisfactorily for cryogenic applications
down to 87 C(125 F). The published freeze point for Syltherm XLT is 111 C(168 F).

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1.5 Fill Fluid Specifications Silicone 705

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: 20 to 370 C (68 to 698 F)
Max Temp at Min Pressure: See vapor-pressure curve

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 175 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 1.09
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.00077 cc/cc/C (0.00043 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Name: Trimethylpentaphenyl trisiloxane

CAS Number: 3390-61-2

Description/ Applications: Silicone705 is a specialty silicone fluid for high vacuum and high
temperature industrial applications. Silicone705 has a higher molecular weight than even
Silicone704, which extends seal operating temperatures. Its main limitation is high viscosity 175
cSt at 25 C (77 F), and so heat tracing of capillaries is often needed for acceptable response
time. The 0.03 in (0.7 mm) ID capillary is not allowed for Silicone705 because of its higher
viscosity.

SILICONE 705 VAPOR PRESSURE

800
SILICONE 705 VAPOR PRESSURE
250
700
225

200
600
175
PRESSURE (mm HgA)

150
500
PRESSURE (mm HgA)

125

100
400
75

50
300
25

0
225 245 265 285 305 325 345
200 TEMPERATURE (C)

100

0
210 230 250 270 290 310 330 350 370
TEMPERATURE (C)

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1.6 Fill Fluid Specifications Inert (Halocarbon)

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -45 to 160 C (-49 to 320 F)

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 6.5 cs (4.2 cs at 100 F)

Specific Gravity @ 25 C(77 F): 1.85
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.000864 cc/cc/C (0.00060 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Composition: Chlorotrifluoroethylene polymer (CTFE)

CAS Number: 9002-83-9

Description/ Applications: Halocarbon is the Inert Fill offering with our remote seals. Halocarbon
4.2 fill fluid refers to the viscosity in centistokes at 100 F. It is essentially non-reactive to a wide
range of chemicals, including halogens, oxygen, and other specialty gas applications. Other
applications to consider Halocarbon include those in which silicone fluids are banned due to
product contamination problems (i.e. paint manufacturing). Its higher vapor pressure than
standard DC200 silicone does restrict applications, especially if vacuum service. It should not be
used for Food Grade applications. CTFE oils are available in various viscosity from 0.8 cSt to 1000
cSt at 1000 F. Halocarbon 0.8 cSt is available as a 1199 special fill fluid mainly for cryogenic
applications. The 0.8 cst fluid ASTM D97 Pour Point is 200 F. Halocarbon 27 cSt is also
available for vacuum services that cannot use silicones.

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1.7 Fill Fluid Specifications Neobee M20

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -15 to 225 C (5 to 437 F)

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 9.8 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 0.94
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.001008 cc/cc/C (0.00056 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Composition: Derived from coconut oil and propylene glycol:

Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
CAS Number: 68583-51-7

Description/ Applications: Neobee M-20 is the most commonly used fill fluid for sanitary
applications because of its low viscosity and thermal stability. It is a polyol diester of short chain
naturally derived fatty acids (coconut oils). Neobee is approved under 21CFR 172.856 as a direct
food additive and under 21CFR 174.5 as an indirect food additive. It is soluble in alcohol
containing up to 20% water, has a smooth non-oily feel and unusually low viscosity, similar to
DC200. Neobee properties make it a good all purpose fill fluid. On colder applications the
response time should be evaluated due to increased viscosity. Neobee M-5 is also available as an
M number. It offers lower vapor pressure and improved thermal stability. However, viscosity
more than doubles compared to M-20.

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1.8 Fill Fluid Specifications glycerin and water

Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -17 to 93 C (0 to 200 F)

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 12.5 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 1.13
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.000342 cc/cc/C (0.00019 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Composition: 50% glycerin and 50% water (by volume)

CAS Number:

Description/ Applications: Glycerin is commonly used in many food, pharmaceutical, and

cosmetic products. Glycerin is mixed with water in order to decrease its viscosity. Being a
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance, it may be used as a fill fluid in food, beverage,
dairy, and pharmaceutical applications. Since it has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, it is
also a good choice in applications requiring high performance as long as the temperature limits
are not exceeded. FDA Code of Federal Regulations reference number: 21CFR 182.1320.

USP grade: These chemicals are manufactured under current Good Manufacturing Practices
(cGMP). These materials meet the requirements listed in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
The USP lists each chemical along with certain specifications the product must meet in order to
be considered a USP product.

FCC grade. These products meet the specifications listed in the Food Chemicals Codex. This is a
book of specifications written by the Food and Nutrition Board, the Institute of Medicine, and
the National Academy of Sciences. The chemicals that carry the FCC name are considered Food
Grade.

A vapor pressure curve does not exist for Glycerin and water.

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1.9 FIll Fluid Specifications Propylene Glycol &

Water
Temperature Limits:
At Atm Pressure: -17 to 93 C (0 to 200 F)

Viscosity at 25 C (77 F): 2.85 cs

Specific Gravity @ 25 C (77 F): 1.02
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.00034 cc/cc/C (0.00019 cc/cc/F)

Chemical Composition: 30% USP & FCC grade propylene glycol and 70% water (by
volume)
CAS Number:

Description/ Applications: Propylene glycol is commonly used as a raw material for paints and
polyester and alkyd resins, a basic component of brake fluids, an ingredient for deicing /
antifreeze fluids, and a heat transfer fluid. The food grade is also used as a solvent for flavors,
extracts and drugs, as food antioxidants, lubricants and mold inhibitors. Being a Generally
Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substance, it may be used as a fill fluid in food, beverage, dairy, and
pharmaceutical applications. Since it has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, it is also a good
choice in applications requiring high performance as long as the temperature limits are not
exceeded. FDA Code of Federal Regulations reference number: 21CFR 184.1666.

USP grade: These chemicals are manufactured under current Good Manufacturing Practices
(cGMP). These materials meet the requirements listed in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
The USP lists each chemical along with certain specifications the product must meet in order to
be considered a USP product.

FCC grade. These products meet the specifications listed in the Food Chemicals Codex. This is a
book of specifications written by the Food and Nutrition Board, the Institute of Medicine, and
the National Academy of Sciences. The chemicals that carry the FCC name are considered Food
Grade.

A Vapor Pressure Curve does not exist for Propylene Glycol and Water.

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