With 3M discontinuing all Novec™ Specialty Fluids in 2025, precision machining and metalworking manufacturers are facing increasing pressure to secure reliable cleaning alternatives. MicroCare™ offers ready-to-ship, precision-matched replacement fluids through its Tergo™ Performance Fluids and MicroCare Engineered Fluids lines.
Engineered for high-reliability vapor degreasing, Tergo™ fluids deliver the same cleaning power and material compatibility as Novec™ fluids including 7100, 71DE, 7200, 72DE, 72DA, and 73DE. Their high density and ultra-low surface tension allow them to penetrate complex geometries, blind holes, fine features, and tight-tolerance assemblies—making them ideal for:
- Complex machined parts
- Small components with tight tolerances
- Parts requiring coating or plating preparation
MicroCare alternatives can be used in existing vapor degreasers with no process requalification, ensuring seamless transition and uninterrupted cleaning performance. Manufacturers can expect equal or improved results in removing machining oils, cutting fluids, greases, and particulate contamination.
“Machining and metalworking shops depend on absolute consistency,” said Ray Bellavance, MicroCare VP of Sales & Marketing. “As Novec™ products disappear from the market, our fluids offer a proven, drop-in solution that keeps production moving and ensures parts are cleaned to specification.”
“We understand the demands of precision manufacturing,” Bellavance continued. “Our goal is to provide a transition that’s immediate, reliable, and worry-free.”
With Novec™ supplies tightening across the industry, metalworking and machining operations are encouraged to secure compatible replacements now to avoid production delays and support cleaning consistency.
Learn more or request a consultation at: www.microcare.com
About MicroCare
MicroCare has been delivering innovative critical cleaning and lubrication solutions for over 40 years. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and performance, MicroCare products are trusted by leading manufacturers worldwide to improve quality and efficiency in their operations.
