Heat Transfer Fluid
Duratherm XLT-50
- "We have had no issues with Duratherm versus the old oil we were using." — J. Cowger Jr.
- "I commend you on the quality and longevity of your products." — H. Blair
- "Duratherm G is working excellently!" — Ian Smiley
- "Duratherm is working great." — J. Cowger Jr.
- "Duratherm was one of the best moves we made. Working great!" — Neil McDivitt
- "Yet another bonus was that the pricing was below comparable fluids." — S. Bailey Sr.
- "Duratherm is working great." — K. Rose
- "I've had zero failures in over a year-and-a-half since using Duratherm." — R. Barnett
- "Duratherm HF has been performing remarkably well." — Raghu Kamath
- "Duratherm 600 is the best fluid we’ve ever used!" — John Wanninger
- "Our oxidation problems have disappeared." — H. Blair
- "Duratherm saves money in the long run." — J. Smith
- "The heat transfer works better than any of the other fluids we have tried." — Lars Hvalby
- "This will definitely be my go-to fluid for future projects." — Ryan Seward
- "Duratherm provides excellent heat transfer characteristics." — Ryan Seward
- "This stuff is pretty amazing." — Ryan Seward
- "Duratherm XLT-120 is exactly what we needed!" — Luke Colby
- "I would highly recommend this product over any other heat transfer fluid." — J. Cowger Jr.
- "The fluid is still clear … I can see the bottom of the tanks." — S. Bailey Sr.
- "The fluid is working better than expected." — Dick Livingston
- "We have increased the time between oil changes and nearly eliminated any issues." — J. Smith
- "I've even recommended Duratherm to the equipment manufacturer." — Ed Slack
- "A few companies along the way have been helpful, but none like Duratherm." — K. Rose
- "The difference between Calflo and Duratherm was amazing." — J. Gerbec
- "Duratherm is the best heat transfer fluid we've ever used." — Larry Daniels
- "Duratherm does not sludge up at all." — Bill Corbett
- "These products performed exceptionally well for us." — S. Poletto
Duratherm XLT-50 is engineered for long-term operation in heat transfer applications requiring precise temperature control ranging from -50°F up to 350°F (-45°C to 176°C).
Ideal for cryogenic applications, Duratherm XLT-50’s economical cost and wide operating temperature also makes it well-suited for heating and cooling applications found in the food processing, pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Trouble-Free Operation
Duratherm XLT-50 heat transfer oil does not require monitoring of concentration or additive levels.
Longevity
Duratherm XLT-50 heat transfer oil utilizes our exclusive additive system for long-term, trouble-free operation at any temperature, high or low.
Environmental
Duratherm XLT-50 heat transfer oil is plant- and user-friendly. Low odor, high flash point and no SARA-reportable substances make XLT-50 the wise choice for worker health and safety.
Disposal
After its extensive service life, Duratherm XLT-50 heat transfer oil can be disposed of through local waste oil recycling programs. Check your local regulations.
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| Duratherm XLT-50 Properties | ||
|---|---|---|
| Appearance: clear liquid, slight yellow tint | ||
| Maximum bulk/use Temp. | 350°F | 176°C |
| Minimum bulk/use Temp. | -50°F | -45°C |
| Flash Point ASTM D92 | 210°F | 99°C |
| Fire Point ASTM D92 | 240°F | 115°C |
| Viscosity ASTM D445 | ||
| cSt at -22°F / -30°C | 20.2 | |
| cSt at 86°F / 30°C | 1.9 | |
| cSt at 350°F / 176°C | 0.6 | |
| Pour Point (estimated) | -140°F | -70°C |
| Density ASTM D1298 | lb/ft3 | g/ml |
| at -22°F / -30°C | 53.8 | 0.863 |
| at 86°F / 30°C | 52.0 | 0.832 |
| at 350°F / 176°C | 40.0 | 0.640 |
| Carbon Residue ASTM D189 | 0.005 | % Mass |
| Sulphur ContentX-RAY | <.001 | weight % |
| CU Strip Corrosion ASTM D130 | 1a | |
| Thermal Conductivity | BTU/hr F ft | W/m K |
| at -22°F / -30°C | 0.080 | 0.138 |
| at 86°F / 30°C | 0.077 | 0.133 |
| at 350°F / 176°C | 0.067 | 0.115 |
| Heat Capacity | BTU/lb F | kJ/kg K |
| at -22°F / -30°C | 0.465 | 1.946 |
| at 86°F / 30°C | 0.495 | 2.072 |
| at 350°F / 176°C | 0.597 | 2.499 |
| Vapor Pressure ASTM D2879 | psi | kPa |
| at -22°F / -30°C | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| at 100°F / 38°C | 0.02 | 0.13 |
| at 350°F / 176°C | 9.26 | 63.84 |
| Distillation Range ASTM D2887 | 10% | 358°F (181°C) |
| 90% | 546°F (285°C) | |
*The values quoted in the table above are typical of normal production. They do not constitute a specification.
Technical Papers
Heat Transfer Fluid Basics
- Understanding Fluid Degradation
- Understanding Flash, Fire and Auto Ignition Points
- Avoiding Oxidation and Thermal Degradation
Selecting a Fluid
- Thermal Fluid Selection Guide for Systems Under 250 Gallons
- Thermal Fluid Selection Guide for Systems Over 250 Gallons
- Open Baths and Heat Transfer Fluids