Optical constants of CH2Cl2 (Dichloromethane)
Bertie et al. 1995: n,k 1.54–12.5 µm
Wavelength:
µm
(1.5385–12.5253)
Complex refractive index (n+ik)
n
k
LogX
LogY
eV
Derived optical constants
Conditions & Spec sheet
temperature: 25 °C
References
J. E. Bertie, Z. Lan, R. N. Jones, Y. Apelblat. Infrared intensities of liquids XVIII: Accurate optical constants and molar absorption coefficients between 6500 and 800 cm-1 of dichloromethane at 25°C, from spectra recorded in several laboratories, Appl. Spectrosc. 49, 840 (1995)
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Dichloromethane, CH2Cl2
Dichloromethane (CH2Cl2), commonly known as methylene chloride, is a volatile, colorless liquid with a slightly sweet aroma. It is widely used as a solvent, especially in the removal of paint and varnish, and in the decaffeination of coffee and tea. Due to its powerful solvent properties, it can dissolve a wide range of organic compounds, making it a versatile option in many industrial applications. However, dichloromethane's potential health effects, including its role as a potential carcinogen, have led to regulations on its use in consumer products in many countries.Other names
- Methylene chloride
- Methylene dichloride
- Solmethine
- Narkotil
- Solaesthin
- Di-clo
- Refrigerant-30
- Freon-30
- R-30
- DCM
- UN 1593
- MDC