415 Technical Data Sheet Ferric Chloride ISO 9001:2008 Registered Quality System. Burlington, Ontario, CANADA 415-Liquid SAI Global File: 004008 Description The 415 Ferric Chloride is an etchant solution for printed circuit board and photoengraving processes. Features and Benefits * Photoengraving Grade--42 Baume * Ready to use without dilution ENVIRONMENT RoHS Compliant No-VOC Usage Parameters Properties Shelf Life Temperature Ranges Value 3y Properties Storage Temperature Limits a) Value 16 to 27 C [60 to 80 F] a) Cool, dry, and well-ventilated area recommended. Properties of 415 Properties Color Odor Viscosity for a 40% solution pH Solution Strength Percent (wt/wt) of Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) Density Specific Gravity @17.5 C [63.5 F] Boiling Point Freezing Point Crystallization @-26 C [-15 F] Crystallization @-12 C [10 F] Value Dark red-brown Slight iron/acidic 12 cP <2 38 to 42% <1.0% 41.6% Baume to 45% Baume 1.43 110 C [230 F] -50 C [-58 F] 37% FeCl3 40% FeCl3 Compatibility Chemical--Ferric chloride reacts strongly with metals. Storage Store between 16 and 27 C [60 and 80 F] in a dry area. Store in plastic container. Do NOT store in metal containers. Page 1 of 3 Date: 21 March 2018 / Ver. 2.01 415 Technical Data Sheet Ferric Chloride ISO 9001:2008 Registered Quality System. Burlington, Ontario, CANADA 415-Liquid SAI Global File: 004008 Health and Safety Please see the 415 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for further details on transportation, storage, handling, safety guidelines, and regulatory compliance. Application Instructions For best results, follow the procedure below. If further directions for etching or making a printed circuit board (PCB), consult the photofabrication process guide available free from your dealer. 1. Fully immerse copper board in solution. 2. Agitate until etching action is complete. To speed up etching: * Warm the ferric chloride solution between 35 to 55 C [95 to 131 F]. ATTENTION ! Do NOT heat ferric chloride solution above 55 C [131 F]. NOTE: Dilution is not recommended. Packaging and Supporting Products Cat. No. 415-500ML 415-1L 415-4L 415-20L Packaging Bottle Bottle Bottle Pail Net Volume 475 mL 945 mL 4L 20 L 1 pt 1.99 pt 1.06 gal 5.3 gal Related Products and Etching Kits * * * Economy Etching Kit: Cat. No. 416-ES Photofabrication Kit: Cat. No. 416-K Professional Etching Kit: Cat. No. 416-E Page 2 of 3 Date: 21 March 2018 / Ver. 2.01 Packaged Weight 7.5 kg 16.5 9 kg 19.8 6.12 kg 13.4 28.3 kg 62.3 lb lb lb lb 415 Technical Data Sheet Ferric Chloride ISO 9001:2008 Registered Quality System. Burlington, Ontario, CANADA SAI Global File: 004008 415-Liquid Technical Support Please contact us regarding any questions, suggestions for improvements, or problems with this product. Application notes, instructions and FAQs are located at www.mgchemicals.com. Email: support@mgchemicals.com Phone: +(1) 800-340-0772 +(1) 905-331-1396 +(44) 1663 362888 Fax: +(1) 905-331-2862 Mailing address: (Canada, Mexico & USA) (International) (UK & Europe) or +(1) 800-340-0773 Manufacturing & Support 1210 Corporate Drive Burlington, Ontario, Canada L7L 5R6 Head Office 9347-193rd Street Surrey, British Columbia, Canada V4N 4E7 Disclaimer This information is believed to be accurate. It is intended for professional end users who have the skills required to evaluate and use the data properly. M.G. Chemicals Ltd. does not guarantee the accuracy of the data and assumes no liability in connection with damages incurred while using it. Page 3 of 3 Date: 21 March 2018 / Ver. 2.01