AZEOTROPIC AND AZEOTROPE-LIKE COMPOSITIONS OF 2,3,3,4,4,4-HEXAFLUORO-1-BUTENE AND 1,1,1,2,3,3-HEXAFLUOROPROPANE AND USES THEREOF

摘要

Azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions are disclosed. The azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions include mixtures of 2,3,3,4,4,4- hexafluoro-1 -butene a second component, where the second component may be and 1,1,1, 2, 3,3-hexafluoropropane. Also disclosed is a process of preparing a thermoplastic or thermoset foam by using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions as blowing agents. Also disclosed is a process of producing refrigeration by using such azeotropic or azeotrope- like compositions. Also disclosed is a process of using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions as solvents. Also disclosed is a process of producing an aerosol product by using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions. Also disclosed is a process of using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions as heat transfer media. Also disclosed is a process of extinguishing or suppressing a fire by using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions. Also disclosed is a process of using such azeotropic or azeotrope-like compositions as dielectrics.