Galden® LS215 Perfluoropolyether Vapor Phase Soldering Fluid | Boiling Point: 200-260℃

LS215
Galden® LS/HS are perfluoropolyether fluids developed by Syensqo (formerly Solvay) specifically for Vapor Phase Soldering (VPS) processes. Available in five graded boiling point models: LS200/215/230 and HS240/260, covering the full lead-free soldering temperature range of 200-260℃. Featuring narrow molecular weight distribution for zero boiling point drift, non-flammable, non-combustible and explosion-proof, zero ODP and RoHS compliant. It is the preferred heat transfer fluid for high-reliability lead-free soldering.
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Product Overview

Galden® LS/HS is a fully fluorinated perfluoropolyether (PFPE) fluid exclusively formulated for vapor phase soldering. Its robust carbon-fluorine bonds and flexible ether bonds deliver outstanding thermal stability and chemical inertness, enabling long-term safe operation below 290℃.
The complete series includes five temperature-graded variants: LS200 (200℃), LS215 (215℃), LS230 (230℃), HS240 (240℃) and HS260 (260℃), which precisely match melting points of various lead-free solders and fully cover the full temperature range from preheating to soldering.

Technical Specifications

ParameterUnitLS200LS215LS230HS240HS260
Boiling Point200215230240260
Densityg/cm³1.791.801.821.821.83
Kinematic ViscositycSt2.503.804.405.307.00
Vapor PressurePa21123.411
Specific Heat CapacityJ/Kg·℃973973973973973
Heat of VaporizationJ/g6363636363
Thermal ConductivityW/m·℃0.070.070.070.070.07
Volume Expansion Coefficientcm³/cm³·℃0.00110.00110.00110.00110.0011
Surface Tensiondyne/cm1920202020
Dielectric StrengthkV (2.54mm gap)4040404040
Dielectric Constant2.12.12.12.12.1
Volume ResistivityOhm·cm10¹⁵10¹⁵10¹⁵10¹⁵10¹⁵

Core Advantages

  • Precise boiling point with zero drift: Narrow molecular weight distribution ensures stable boiling point during long-term service and excellent process repeatability.
  • Full temperature range coverage: 5 graded boiling points from 200℃ to 260℃, perfectly compatible with mainstream lead-free solders such as SAC305 (melting point 217℃).
  • Inherent safety: No flash point, fire point or autoignition point, free from explosion risks for safe high-temperature operation.
  • Superior chemical inertness: Non-corrosive to all metals and structural materials, no decomposition residues generated.
  • Higher vapor density than air: Soldering proceeds under inert atmosphere without additional nitrogen protection.
  • Low heat of vaporization: Fast drying with zero residue, no post-soldering cleaning required.

Environmental Protection & Safety

  • Zero ozone depletion potential (Zero ODP), eco-friendly to atmospheric environment.
  • Compliant with RoHS directives, fully meeting lead-free process standards.
  • Non-toxic, friendly to operators and improving workshop safety conditions.
  • Stable long-term service below 290℃, thermal decomposition temperature far exceeds actual process requirements.

Application Fields

  • Lead-free Soldering: Driven by RoHS regulations, the melting point of lead-free solders rises from 180℃ of traditional Sn/Pb solders to around 227℃. Vapor phase soldering achieves precise temperature control and uniform heating, becoming the optimal solution for high-reliability lead-free soldering.
  • High-density PCB Assembly: With compact PCB layout in smartphones, wearables and other miniaturized electronic products, traditional convection and radiation heating cause shadow effect, while vapor phase soldering realizes dead-angle-free uniform heating.
  • Heterogeneous Packaging Soldering: Chiplet, SiP and other heterogeneous integrated packaging require strict temperature uniformity. Vapor phase soldering effectively avoids local overheating and tombstoning defects.
  • Semiconductor Device Packaging: Ideal for heat-stress-sensitive processes including IC substrate soldering and power device packaging.