Technical Data | April 2019

3M™ Novec™ 1700 Electronic

Grade Coating
Introduction
3M™ Novec™ 1700 Electronic Grade Coating is a single component fluorinated polymer diluted in 3M™ Novec™ 7100DL
Engineered Fluid, a segregated hydrofluoroether solvent, providing a low viscosity, low surface tension coating solution.
Designed for moisture and corrosion protection of printed circuit boards and electronic components, it dries to an ultrathin,
transparent coating with excellent hydrophobic and oleophobic properties. It does not need curing and is easy to apply.
Novec 1700 coating is nonflammable, non-ozone-depleting, low in toxicity, low in GWP, RoHS compliant and VOC exempt
(per the U.S. EPA).*

Construction
Solids Solvent Color Container Size
2.0 wt% fluorinated polymer 3M™ Novec™ 7100DL Engineered Fluid Clear 1 gal (11 lb./5kg)

Table 1: Typical physical properties

Not for specification purposes. All values @ 25°C (73.4°F) unless otherwise specified.

Properties Coating Solution

Appearance Clear, colorless liquid solution
Solids 2 wt% fluorinated polymer
Solvent 3M Novec™ 7100DL Engineered Fluid
™

Density 1.5 g/ml @ 23°C

Viscosity 0.91 cP
Boiling Point per ASTM D1120-94 61°C (142°F)
Flash Point None (per closed cup method)
Low in toxicity, low in GWP, non-ozone depleting, non-flammable,
Environmental
VOC exempt (per the US EPA),* RoHS compliant, contains no chlorine or bromine
Shelf Life Four years from date of manufacture in original unopened package

The U.S. EPA defines a VOC as “any compound of carbon, excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides or carbonates and
*

ammonium carbonate, which participates in atmospheric photochemical reactions, except those designated by the EPA as having negligible photochemical
reactivity.” This product is VOC exempt per the U.S. EPA.
Table 2: Typical physical properties
Not for specification purposes. All values @ 25°C unless otherwise specified.

Properties Fluorinated Polymer Coating

Appearance Transparent, colorless
Coating Thickness 0.1-1.0 microns (depending on application method)
Solvent and Chemical Resistance Resists a variety of solvents and chemicals. Dissolves in acetone.
Tg (Glass Transition Temperature) 44.5°C (112°F)
Thermal Stability of Dry Film MIL-B-81744A Repellent to chlorinated silicone oil after 24 hours at 175°C (347°F)
Contact Angles (Static, Dip Coated/Dried on Glass Substrate) 105° (water), 65° (hexadecane)
Refractive Index 1.39
Solder-Through Repairability Yes (see SDS for thermal decomposition products)
Non-Flammable Meets UL 94 V-0
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion - TMA 70 µm/(m·°C)
Thermal Conductivity 0.1 W/m*K
Dielectric Constant @30% RH per ASTM D150 3.2 (@1kHz)
Dissipation Factor @30% RH per ASTM D150 0.002 (@1kHz)
Dielectric Breakdown Strength @20°C, 30% RH per ASTM D149 2000 V/mil

*Measured contact angles can vary based on the type of surface, surface roughness and the application method.

Features
• Designed for moisture and corrosion • Helps protect against corrosive gases • Easy to apply – dries quickly without
protection of printed circuit boards and vapors in addition to liquids the need for post-application curing
and electronic components
• The polymer can endure up to 175°C • Excellent surface wetting, especially
• Low surface energy allows (347°F) for 24 hours and maintain under low standoff SMT components
lubricating oils, silicones, repellency
• Allows solder-through repairability
photoresist solutions, etc.
• Essentially insoluble in solvents such
to bead and drain freely from • Non-flammable, non-ozone-depleting,
as heptanes, toluene and water
coated surfaces and low in toxicity
• Adheres to a variety of materials
• Helps provide repellency and anti- • Low in global warming potential
(metals, glass, ceramics, polymers,
wetting properties against liquids – (GWP), RoHS compliant and volatile
composites, laminates)
water, hydrocarbons, silicones organic compound (VOC) exempt
and photoresists • Thermally and electrically stable (per the U.S. EPA)*
with good dielectric properties

Applications
Helps provide: Can serve as:
• Moisture, chemical and corrosion protection for printed • Anti-migration coating for displays, spindle motors
circuit boards and their components or lubricated electronic parts
• An easy and cost-effective alternative to conformal • Anti-corrosion coating for a variety of materials
coatings and components
• Anti-wetting, anti-stiction, anti-migration and anti-corrosion
properties in many diverse applications

The U.S. EPA defines a VOC as “any compound of carbon, excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides or carbonates and
*

ammonium carbonate, which participates in atmospheric photochemical reactions, except those designated by the EPA as having negligible photochemical
reactivity.” This product is VOC exempt per the U.S. EPA.
Application techniques
Coating can be applied by spray, dip, brush or selectively deposited as per the safety and handling requirements stated
in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Water should be kept out of coating bath as contact will interfere with coating deposition.
Surfaces to be coated should be clean and dry before application. Masking may not be required for larger connector types,
but testing is always suggested. The solvent will evaporate quickly, and the fluorinated polymer film will dry in minutes.

Application Options Dip, brush and selective dispense

Dilution Can be diluted with 3M™ Novec™ 7200 Engineered Fluid
Drying/Curing Dries at room temperature; can be handled in under two minutes
Removability 3M™ Novec™ 72DA Engineered Fluid (preferred) or removable with Novec 7200 Engineered Fluid

Safety, handling, storage and shelf life

To avoid thermal decomposition, the coating solution should not be heated above 150°C (302°F), and the dried fluorinated
polymer should not be heated to temperatures above 225°C (437°F); which, in general, is lower than the onset of thermal
degradation under TGA test conditions. See SDS for thermal degradation products. When stored under conditions of
16-27°C (60-80°F) and less than 60% R.H. in the original, unopened container, the shelf life is certified for four years. Before
using this product, please read the current product Safety Data Sheet (available through your 3M sales or technical service
representative or at www.3M.com/Novec) and the precautionary statement on the product package. Follow all applicable
precautions and directions. Always practice smart and safe industrial hygiene practices. Do not spray apply without proper
ventilation and/or personal protective equipment (PPE).

Resources
For more information on 3M™ Novec™ products or to contact a 3M representative, visit 3M.com/Novec.
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the need for smart, safe and sustainable solutions in industry-specific applications. These include
precision and electronics cleaning, heat transfer, fire protection, protective coatings, immersion cooling,
advanced insulation media replacement solutions and several specialty chemical applications.

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