Perchloroethylene Caster Compatibility

Chemical Overview

Molecular Formula: C₂Cl₄

Physical Properties: Perchloroethylene is a colorless, volatile liquid with a sweet odor. It has a density of 1.62 g/cm³, a boiling point of 121.1°C, and is insoluble in water. It is a strong non-polar solvent. (Source: PubChem)

Industrial Applications

Perchloroethylene is used in dry cleaning, degreasing, and metal cleaning. Caster wheels may be exposed in dry cleaning facilities or manufacturing plants.

Wheel Material Compatibility Summary

Best Suited (A/B): Ductile Cast Iron, Forged Steel, and V-Grooved Iron are highly resistant to perchloroethylene.

Avoid (C/D): Avoid Nylon, Rubber, Polyurethane-based wheels, and Phenolic due to swelling or degradation.

Wheel Compatibility Table

Wheel Material	Interaction Description	Rating
Ductile Cast Iron	Resistant; minimal interaction.	A
Elastomer	Moderate swelling; limited suitability.	C
Forged Steel	Resistant; no significant degradation.	A
Neoprene/Nylon Glass Core	Neoprene swells; nylon degrades; unsuitable.	D
Nylon	Severe degradation; unsuitable.	D
Nylon Glass Filled	Moderate degradation; limited suitability.	C
Phenolic	Severe degradation; unsuitable.	D
Polyolefin	Moderate resistance; some swelling possible.	C
Polyurethane on Aluminum Core	Polyurethane degrades; aluminum resists but overall poor.	D
Polyurethane on Iron Core	Polyurethane degrades; iron resists but overall poor.	D
Rubber	Severe swelling and degradation; unsuitable.	D
Solid Elastomer	Moderate swelling; limited suitability.	C
Thermoplastic Rubber	Severe swelling; unsuitable.	D
Urethane	Severe degradation; unsuitable.	D
V-Grooved Iron	Resistant; minimal interaction.	A

Conclusion

Perchloroethylene is a strong non-polar solvent, and Ductile metal-based Cast wheels Iron like, Forged Steel, and V-Grooved Iron are ideal. Avoid Nylon, Polyurethane, and Rubber, and Phenolic due to severe degradation. For more further information, contact us at CasterTech.