CAS Number: 42532-60-5
Molecular Formula: C₄F₇N
Molecular Weight: 195.04
Synonyms: Heptafluoroisobutyronitrile, perfluoro-isopropyl cyanide
State at STP: Gas (colorless, odorless)
Boiling Point: ~ −4.7 °C (varies by source/modeling)
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP): 0 — no ozone depletion effect.
Electrical Industry:
Used as an insulating and arc-quenching gas in medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment.
Often blended with inert gases (e.g., CO₂) to achieve desirable insulation performance while reducing environmental impact vs. SF₆.