Using hydrofluoroether solvents to replace HCFC-141b, Part I

Hydrochlorofluorocarbon solvents have been used for a variety of applications, including silicone deposition, precision cleaning, drying and tube swelling. Their use in these applications is banned in Europe from the end of 2001. Part I of this article explores the technical merits of replacement solvents, with particular reference to hydrofluoroethers.