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Pentane
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Other Names: n-Pentane, amyl hydride
Formula: CH3(CH2)3
Sp. Gr.: 0.63.
Viscosity: Thin.
Remarks: A colorless, mobile, flammable liquid; freezing point -130°C/-202°F, b.p. 36°C / 97°F. soluble in hydrocarbons, oils and ether; flash point -49°C / -57°F. It is one of the fractions of petroleum; is used as an anesthetic, for low temperature thermometers, as a solvent in extraction processes, as a general solvent, as a blowing agent in plastics and as a pesticide. Pentane is flammable.
Pump Notes: Cast iron construction is satisfactory. Buna n elastomers are recommended as is a mechanical shaft seal.