DOWTHERM™ A is a synthetic organic thermal fluid based on a eutectic mixture of two highly stable compounds (biphenyl (C12H10) and diphenyl oxide (C12H10O). DOWTHERM™ A can be used in both liquid and vapor phase systems and is suitable for indirect heat transfer applications.
DOWTHERM™ A heat transfer fluid provides excellent thermal transfer in applications between 15°C and 400°C (60°F and 750°F).
Temperature: 60 to 750°F (15°C to 400°C)
Vapor Pressure: 152.02
Specific Heat: 0.373°F
Viscosity: 4.91
Density: 66.0 lb/ft3
Freezing Point: 53.6°F
Flash Point: 236°F
Autoignition: 1110°F
Dowtherm™ A can be used in a wide variety of heat transfer fluid applications, including but not limited to:
Indirect Heat Transfer
Recovery Loops & Heat Exchanger
Vapor & Liquid Phase Systems
Nylon Production Processes
PET Fiber Manufacturing Processes
PET Resin Production
Lubricant Stock Refining
Oil & Gas Refineries