3M™ Novec™ Replacement Fluids
Find your alternative to discontinued 3M™ Novec™ fluids. Keyvex™ provides precision fluids for manufacturers transitioning from discontinued 3M™ Novec™ products. Options include direct replacements for established applications, performance alternatives for different applications and PFAS-free pathways where process requalification is being considered.
Compare your existing Novec™ fluid with available Keyvex™ options below.
Three Replacement Pathways
How to Choose the Right Alternative
Direct Replacement
For manufacturers seeking to maintain existing chemistry and operating characteristic as closely as possible
Performance Alternative
Processes where identical chemistry is not required and different solvent and operating characteristics may offer benefits
PFAS-Free Alternative
For manufacturers evaluating alternative chemistry as part of PFAS transition
Frequently Asked Questions
What can replace discontinued 3M™ Novec™ cleaning fluids?
Keyvex™ provides replacement and alternative fluids for manufacturers transitioning from discontinued 3M™ Novec™ products. Options include direct replacements, performance alternatives and PFAS-free cleaning fluids depending on the existing chemistry and process requirements.
What is the Keyvex™ replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 7100?
Keyvex™ 7100 is the corresponding Keyvex™ replacement option for applications currently using 3M™ Novec™ 7100. It is intended to support established precision-cleaning and selected thermal-management applications where similar operating characteristics are required.
What is the Keyvex™ replacement for 3M™ Novec™ 73DE?
Keyvex™ 73DE is the corresponding Keyvex™ replacement option for applications currently using 3M™ Novec™ 73DE. Keyvex™ also offers performance and PFAS-free alternatives where different solvency or process characteristics are preferred.
What is the difference between a direct replacement, performance alternative and PFAS-free alternative?
A direct replacement is intended to maintain the existing chemistry and process characteristics as closely as possible. Performance alternatives use different chemistry to provide different cleaning characteristics, while PFAS-free alternatives support manufacturers evaluating a transition away from PFAS-containing cleaning fluids.
Can I continue using my existing vapor degreasing equipment?
Keyvex™ direct replacement fluids are designed to support established vapor degreasing processes with minimal disruption. Our technical team can review your current fluid and equipment configuration to help identify the appropriate replacement and operating approach.
Will changing to a Keyvex™ replacement require major process changes?
For direct replacement applications, the objective is to minimise changes to the established cleaning process where possible. The level of adjustment depends on the existing fluid, equipment and application, and Keyvex™ can support the transition process where required.
How do I choose the right 3M™ Novec™ replacement?
Start with the existing fluid, contamination, component materials and cleaning process. Keyvex™ can use these parameters to identify the most appropriate direct replacement, performance alternative or PFAS-free chemistry for evaluation.
Need Help Replacing a Novec™ Fluid?
Tell us your existing fluid, equipment, contamination and process requirement. Keyvex™ can help identify an appropriate replacement or alternative chemistry for evaluation.