3M™ Novec™ 612
3M™ Novec™ 612 is a sustainable and high-performance replacement for SF6 gas in molten magnesium casting. It delivers excellent cover gas performance while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by over 99%, with minimal equipment changes and low toxicity.
Novec 612 Features:
- Replacement for SF6 with ultra-low GWP
- Low toxicity and environmentally friendly
- High reactivity at melt temperatures for efficient usage
- Minimal process modifications required
Novec 612 Applications:
- Magnesium casting as a cover gas
- Environmentally responsible foundry operations
About Prostech
Prostech Philippines is a one-stop solution provider for specialty materials and equipment across electronics manufacturing, from PCBA to final assembly. Our core material and equipment solutions include:
- PCB Assembly Materials
- Cleaning & Degreaser
- Circuit Board Protection
- Thermal Management Solutions
- EMI Shielding
- General Assembly Adhesives
- Elastomeric Materials
- Process Equipment: Potting & Coating Systems, UV/ Heat Curing, Plasma Treatment, Tape placement automation, and cleaning machines
Technical Added Value to customer
Prostech offers customized material and process equipment solutions with engineering support throughout R&D, production process optimization, and performance validation. Our in-house lab located in Alabang, Muntinlupa is equipped to conduct electronics material testing, application simulation, and adhesive validation, helping customers reduce the need for onsite trials and accelerate implementation.
International Supply Chain Advantage
Regional warehouse hubs across Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines ensure cross-border reliable supply. In Philippines PEZA-bonded warehouse located at Lima Industrial Park, Batangas enables Prostech to provide responsive, demand-based delivery and significantly shortens standard lead time for Philippines customers.
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Application |
Magnesium Protection |
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Boiling Point (Celsius) |
49 ℃ |
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Boiling Point (Fahrenheit) |
120 ℉ |
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Boiling Point Range |
0 °C - 50 °C |
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Brands |
Novec™ |
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Density |
1.6 g/cm³ |
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Dielectric Strength Range |
20 - 35 kV |
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Factory ISO Certification |
No ISO Certification information available |
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Fluorocarbon Solubility |
Very High |
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GWP (IPCC 2007) |
1 (100 yr ITH) |
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GWP Range |
Very Low |
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Hydrocarbon Solubility |
Low |
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Net Weight (Imperial) |
661 lb, 38 lb, 2,810 lb |
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Net Weight (Metric) |
300 kg, 17.2 kg, 1,100 kg |
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Overall Length (Imperial) |
46 in |
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Overall Length (Metric) |
116.84 cm |
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Overall Width (Imperial) |
46 in |
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Overall Width (Metric) |
1,168.4 mm |
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Plastic Elastomer Compatibility |
Excellent |
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Pour Point (Celsius) |
-108 ℃ |
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Pour Point (Fahrenheit) |
-162 ℉ |
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Product Series |
Novec 612 |
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Purity Grade |
Standard |
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Replacement For |
SF₆ |
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Volume (Imperial) |
55 gal, 200 gal |
|
Volume (Metric) |
250.035 L, 909.218 L |



