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Note:The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should

not be used for specification purposes. Data compiled from published information.

Plastics

Elastomers

Metals

Compatible

Incompatible

Compatible

Incompatible

Compatible

Incompatible

Acetal

Perfluoroelastomers

Copper

Epoxy

Brass

Nylon

ABS

Butyl Rubber

Silicone

Stainless Steel

PEEK

Magnesium

Polyester

Polystyrene

Perfluoroelastomers

Titanium

Polyethylene

Acrylic

Fluoroelastomers

Fluorosilicone

Aluminum

Polypropylene

Polycarbonate

Polyurethane

Carbon Steel

PTFE

Cadmium

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Not a complete list. Novec 73DE fluid is a high solvency cleaning fluid. It is compatible with most metals and solvent-resistant plastics. Parts

containing solvent-sensitive plastics and elastomeric materials should be evaluated prior to cleaning. Consult a 3M Technical Representative

for specific material compatibility in your process.

Aerospace Materials Compatibility

Note:The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should

not be used for specification purposes.

Test Description

Sandwich Corrosion

F1110

Conforms

Effect on Painted Surfaces

F502

Conforms

Hydrogen Embrittlement

F519

Conforms

Effect on Unpainted Surfaces

F485

Conforms

Total Immersion Corrosion

F483

Conforms

Low-Embrittling Cadmium Plate

F1111

Conforms

Flash Point

D56

Conforms

Acrylic Stress Crazing

F484

Stress Corrosion of Titanium Alloys

Conforms

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Tested in accordance with the ASTM test method shown

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Novec 73DE fluid caused visible crazing of acrylic plastics

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Not a part of AMS 1526B

Safety and Handling

Before using this product, please read the current Safety Data Sheet (available at 3M.com/Novec or through your

3M sales or technical service representative) and the precautionary statement on the product package. Follow all

flammability characteristics under normal operating and storage conditions. The fluid is resistant to thermal breakdown

and hydrolysis during storage and use. Contents may be under pressure if shipped at elevated temperatures.

Open container slowly to vent pressure.