C2Cl2F6

1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane · CFC-114, R-114

C2Cl2F6 is a stable, insulating chlorofluorocarbon compound frequently utilized as a refrigerant and industrial propellant.

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Crystal structure of C2Cl2F6
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About 1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane

C2Cl2F6 is a chlorofluorocarbon characterized by its wide-band-gap insulating electronic nature. As a near-hull compound, it exhibits thermodynamic stability that makes it a viable candidate for various industrial chemical applications.

This material is recognized for its chemical resistance and specific volatility profiles. Its structural properties allow it to function effectively in pressurized systems where stable, non-conductive gaseous or liquid media are required.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for 1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

6.62 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.013 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

4
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where 1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane is used.

RefrigerantAerosol propellantHeat transfer fluidFoam blowing agent
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane, answered from cross-validated data.

What is C2Cl2F6?

C2Cl2F6 is a stable, insulating chlorofluorocarbon compound frequently utilized as a refrigerant and industrial propellant.

More questions
What is C2Cl2F6 used for?
1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (C2Cl2F6) is used in refrigerant, aerosol propellant, heat transfer fluid, and foam blowing agent.
What is the band gap of C2Cl2F6?
1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (C2Cl2F6) has a DFT-computed band gap of 6.62 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is C2Cl2F6 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a wide band gap up to 6.62 eV it is an insulator / wide-band-gap material.
Is C2Cl2F6 thermodynamically stable?
1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (C2Cl2F6) has a lowest energy above hull of 0.013 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of C2Cl2F6 are known?
4 structures of C2Cl2F6 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does C2Cl2F6 contain?
1,2-dichloro-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (C2Cl2F6) contains C, Cl, and F (3 elements).
Where does the data for C2Cl2F6 come from?
C2Cl2F6 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

As a member of the chlorofluorocarbon family, this compound serves as a critical example of halogenated alkanes that balance chemical inertness with functional utility in industrial cooling and aerosol technology.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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