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Tergo™ XCF2 – PFAS-Free High-Performance Precision Cleaning Solvent
Advanced Vapour Degreasing and Industrial Precision Cleaning from MicroCare™
Tergo™ XCF2 from MicroCare™ is a next-generation, PFAS-free, non-flammable industrial cleaning solvent developed for demanding vapour degreasing, ultrasonic cleaning and precision component cleaning applications.
Combining high solvency with excellent thermal and hydrolytic stability, Tergo™ XCF2 effectively removes oils, greases, waxes, flux residues and other persistent manufacturing contaminants from complex precision-engineered components.
Its high Kauri-butanol (Kb) value, low viscosity and low surface tension provide powerful cleaning performance, enabling effective penetration into blind holes, narrow passages and intricate component geometries.
With a stated Global Warming Potential (GWP) below 1 and zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP), Tergo™ XCF2 offers manufacturers a modern alternative to traditional cleaning solvents while supporting improved environmental performance.
Suitable for appropriately configured vapour degreasing, ultrasonic and open-top cleaning systems, Tergo™ XCF2 provides a versatile solution for demanding industrial cleaning requirements.
Advanced PFAS-Free Cleaning Technology
Tergo™ XCF2 has been developed for manufacturers seeking effective cleaning performance while transitioning away from selected traditional solvent chemistries.
Its high solvency makes it particularly suitable for removing persistent industrial contamination, including machining oils, greases, waxes and selected flux residues.
The solvent's low viscosity and surface tension allow it to reach difficult-to-access areas, while its fast evaporation supports efficient drying and reduced processing times.
A Modern Alternative to Legacy Cleaning Solvents
Tergo™ XCF2 can be evaluated as a potential replacement for several established industrial cleaning fluids, including:
3M™ Novec™ 71DE, 72DE and 73DE
n-Propyl bromide (nPB)
Trichloroethylene (TCE)
Selected hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
Certain perfluorocarbon (PFC) cleaning solvents
Its PFAS-free formulation and ultra-low GWP make it particularly relevant for manufacturers reviewing solvent use in response to environmental policies, regulatory requirements and supply chain expectations.
Replacement suitability should be confirmed through cleaning trials, material compatibility testing and assessment of existing equipment requirements.
Applications
Tergo™ XCF2 is suitable for a wide range of precision cleaning and specialist industrial applications where effective contaminant removal, fluid penetration and reliable drying are essential.
Heavy-Duty Precision Degreasing
Effectively removes suitable machining oils, greases, waxes and manufacturing residues from precision-engineered components.
Its high solvency and excellent penetration characteristics make it particularly useful for heavily contaminated parts and complex mechanical assemblies.
Electronics and Flux Removal
Suitable for selected electronics cleaning applications, including the removal of flux residues and manufacturing contaminants from printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic assemblies.
Its low surface tension helps the solvent penetrate beneath components and into intricate features, subject to material compatibility.
Precision Drying and Moisture Displacement
Tergo™ XCF2 can support drying and liquid displacement following compatible hydrocarbon or alcohol-based cleaning processes.
Its fast evaporation and low viscosity help reduce residual cleaning fluid on complex components and difficult-to-access surfaces.
Carrier Solvent Applications
Tergo™ XCF2 can be used as a carrier for compatible specialist lubricants, including selected fluorinated and silicone-based oils and greases.
Its evaporation characteristics support controlled lubricant application, leaving the intended material on the component surface after the solvent has evaporated.
Particle Displacement and Critical Cleaning
The solvent's low surface tension, high density and excellent penetration characteristics support the removal and displacement of fine particulate contamination from intricate components.
This makes Tergo™ XCF2 suitable for selected precision cleaning applications requiring consistent component cleanliness.
Key Features and Benefits
PFAS-free formulation: Supports the transition away from selected traditional fluorinated cleaning chemistries.
High solvency performance: Effective removal of suitable oils, greases, waxes and flux residues.
Ultra-low global warming potential: Stated GWP below 1, offering environmental advantages over many legacy solvents.
Zero ozone depletion potential: Supports environmentally responsible solvent selection.
Non-flammable formulation: Supports controlled industrial cleaning when used in accordance with manufacturer safety guidance.
Fast evaporation and drying: Helps reduce processing times and improve production efficiency.
Low surface tension and viscosity: Enables effective penetration into blind holes, narrow gaps and intricate geometries.
High density: Supports fluid penetration and particle displacement in suitable applications.
Excellent thermal and hydrolytic stability: Provides consistent performance in demanding cleaning environments.
Stabiliser-free formulation: Does not require additional stabilisers or boosters under specified operating conditions.
Vapour degreasing compatibility: Suitable for appropriately configured industrial cleaning systems.
Ultrasonic cleaning compatibility: Supports enhanced contaminant removal from complex components.
Efficient solvent recovery: Can be recovered through distillation in compatible systems, helping reduce consumption and waste.
Versatile industrial applications: Suitable for precision degreasing, flux removal, drying, carrier solvent use and particle displacement.
Performance, Safety and Sustainability
Tergo™ XCF2 combines powerful industrial cleaning performance with environmental characteristics that support modern manufacturing requirements.
Its PFAS-free chemistry, GWP below 1 and zero ODP make it an attractive option for manufacturers seeking alternatives to selected traditional cleaning solvents.
The non-flammable formulation, excellent stability and fast-drying properties support efficient and controlled precision cleaning processes.
In compatible enclosed cleaning systems, solvent recovery through distillation can help reduce fresh solvent consumption, minimise waste generation and lower ongoing operating costs.
Tergo™ XCF2 is intended for use within applicable chemical regulatory frameworks, including relevant REACH, RoHS, F-Gas and EPA SNAP requirements. Regulatory suitability should be confirmed for the specific application and market.
As with all industrial cleaning chemicals, safe use requires suitable equipment, ventilation, exposure controls and adherence to the manufacturer's current safety data sheet.