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Paratherm LR  HEAT
TRANSFER
FLUID
Single Fluid Heating and Cooling • Non Aromatic • Non Aqueous

Typical Properties*

Physical Properties

Base Hydrocarbon
Appearance Transparent, Bright Water White
Taste & Odor Slight Odor
Optimum Use Range -40°F to 400°F (-40°C to 204°C)
Maximum Recommended Film Temperature  450°F (232°C)
Flash Point (coc) 
ASTM D-92
>=160°F (71°C)
Fire Point (coc) 
ASTM D-92
>160°F (71°C)
Boiling Point (normal boiling point): 398°F (203°C)
Vapor Pressure - psia @ 400°F (204°C)  15.1
Coefficient of
Thermal Expansion **

0.0004/°F (.00072/°C)
Average Molecular Weight 160
Density, lb/gal @ 77°F (25°C) 6.51
Pour Point (Crystal Point)
ASTM D-97
-76°F (<-60°C)>
Pumpability: Centrifugal @ 2,000 centipoise  < -120°F (<-85°C)>
Heat of Vaporization (Calculated), BTU/lb 113
Total Acid Number (TAN)
ASTM D-974
0.01

 * These are typical laboratory values, and are not guaranteed for all samples.  ** Note: Normal practice is to size expansion tanks so that they are 1/4 to 1/3 full when the system is cold, and 2/3 to 3/4 full when the system is at the maximum normal operating temperature.

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Paratherm LR...
- An Application Story
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- Thermal Prop. (SI Units)
- LR Compared to Glycols

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