Several well-known chemical processes use Eastman Therminol® heat transfer fluid as a heating medium. Petrochemicals that incorporate heat transfer systems in their processes include:
- Linear alkylbenzene
- Phthalic anhydride
- Terephthalic acid
- Dimethyl terephthalate
- Olefins
- Alcohols
- Plasticizers
A central heating and circulating system with multiple users provides temperature control for various stages in the reaction, separation and purification of these products. The chemical industry has relied on Therminol liquid- and vapor-phase fluids to provide long-term, trouble-free performance in heat transfer systems that are critical to the success of their operations.
Therminol 54 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 54 is a synthetic fluid designed for reliable heat transfer at bulk temperatures up to 280°C (540°F). Ideal for nonpressurized or low-pressure indirect heating systems, it provides efficient process heat without the need for high pressures.
Therminol 62 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 62 is a synthetic heat transfer fluid designed with custom chemistry for high performance, purity and low pressure, offering exceptional thermal stability. It is specifically engineered to resist solids formation and prevent system fouling.
Therminol 66 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 66 is a high-temperature, liquid-phase heat transfer fluid that remains pumpable at low temperatures and offers exceptional thermal stability. It is specifically engineered to resist solids formation and system fouling, ensuring improved reliability and potential cost savings.
Therminol 68 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 68 is a high-temperature liquid-phase heat transfer fluid that operates effectively at temperatures up to 360°C (680°F). It features excellent thermal stability and a boiling point of 308°C (586°F), requiring about 2 bar of static pressure to maintain the liquid phase at elevated temperatures.
Therminol 72 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 72 is an ultrahigh-temperature, liquid-phase heat transfer fluid designed for exceptional thermal stability, suitable for use at temperatures up to 380°C (720°F). It minimizes the formation of low boilers and eliminates the risk of insoluble high-boiler formation and fouling.
Therminol 75 heat transfer fluid
Therminol 75 is a synthetic, ultrahigh-temperature, liquid-phase heat transfer fluid known for its excellent thermal stability. It delivers a heat transfer coefficient that is equivalent to or higher than that of other natural or synthetic liquids within the same boiling range.
Therminol VP-1 heat transfer fluid
Therminol VP-1 is a synthetic heat transfer fluid composed of diphenyl oxide (DPO) and biphenyl designed for ultrahigh temperatures. It offers exceptional thermal stability and low viscosity, ensuring reliable performance in vapor- and liquid-phase systems from 12° to 400°C (54° to 750°F).