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Isopropyl Alcohol
Other Names: IPA, dimethylcarbinol, isopropanol
Formula: (CH3)2CHOH
Sp. Gr.: 0.80
Viscosity: Thin
Remarks: Colorless, clear, mobile liquid; flammable, b.p. 82ºC / 180ºF, vapor pressure 33 mm Hg at 20ºC / 68ºF, flash point 22ºC / 72ºF; soluble in water and ether. Used for making acetone; used as a solvent for oils, gums, resins; used as a deicing agent for liquid fuels; used in pharmaceuticals, perfumes, lacquers, as a preservative, antifreeze and rocket fuel. Isopropyl alcohol is flammable.
Pump Notes: Cast iron construction is satisfactory. Buna n elastomers are recommended as is a mechanical shaft seal.