Boiling Points
Minimal boiling points for these specifications are as follows (wet boiling point defined as 3.7% water by volume):
| Dry boiling point | Wet boiling point | |
|---|---|---|
| DOT 3 | 205 °C (401 °F) | 140 °C (284 °F) |
| DOT 4 | 230 °C (446 °F) | 155 °C (311 °F) |
| DOT 5 | 260 °C (500 °F) | 180 °C (356 °F) |
| DOT 5.1 | 270 °C (518 °F) | 190 °C (374 °F) |
| DOT 4 | Brake fluids | DOT 5.1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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