High Purity Silicon Tetrafluoride Gas (SiF4) Fluorocarbon Gases

Silicon Tetrafluoride is a colorless , toxic , nonflammable gas . It is irritating to the mucous membranes. Silicon Tetrafluoride forms dense fumes in humid air , and hydrolyses rapidly to form fluorosilicic acid and hydrogen fluoride . It is a non-metal halide with the molecular formula SiF4 and is used in various industrial applications due to its properties.Silicon tetrafluoride is poorly soluble in water and reacts with it to form hydrofluoric acid (HF) and silicic acid (H4SiO4), which is why it is highly corrosive and requires careful handling.SiF4 has a relatively low thermal conductivity, which is typical for gases, especially those with heavy atoms like fluorine.As a gas, the viscosity of silicon tetrafluoride is low and behaves similarly to other gases in this regard.Silicon tetrafluoride is highly reactive with water and can form dangerous byproducts. It can also react with other substances to form various silicon and fluorine compounds.SiF4 is used in the production of fluorochemicals and in the electronics industry for etching processes.

It is also used in the synthesis of special glasses and as a component in the production of certain types of optical fibers.Silicon tetrafluoride is toxic and can cause severe irritation or damage to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. It is important to handle and use silicon tetrafluoride with appropriate safety measures, including proper ventilation and personal protective equipment (PPE).It is also important to store and transport SiF4 in a way that prevents contact with moisture, as it can react violently with water.