CTFE/FEP/PFA/Tefzel

From wiring to piping, these moldable materials meet the demand.

This group of fluoro-based thermoplastics offers a unique balance of properties facilitating excellent workability and moldability by extrusion or conventional processing.

Common Properties

  • Broad thermal capabilities at both low and high temperature extreme

  • Very low moisture absorption

  • Mechanically tough

  • Chemical, flame and weather resistant

  • Excellent dielectric properties

Additional properties and applications specific to each material are noted below.

Tefzel (Modified tetrafluoroethylene and ethylene copolymer)

Properties

  • High compression strength

  • Will not deform under load at room temperature

  • Low cold-flow properties

  • Very low gas permeability

FEP (Hexafluoropropylene and tetrafluoroethylene copolymer)

Properties

  • Continuous service at temperatures up to 400°F (200°C).

  • Low smoke generation

  • Low co-efficient of friction

  • UL 910 rating

Applications

  • Wire and cable insulator

  • Wiring applications requiring high speed communications

  • Limited jacketing (e.g. plenum)

  • Powder paint

PFA (Tetrafluoroethylene and Perfluoroalkoxy copolymer)

Properties

  • Transparent

  • High purity

  • Excellent chemical stability

  • Withstands temperatures up to 260°F continuous use

Applications

  • Semiconductor components

  • Piping couplings

  • Non-corrosive linings

  • Powder paint and film

Tefzel (Modified tetrafluoroethylene and ethylene copolymer)

Properties

  • Translucent

  • Intermediate flow rate

  • Excellent stiffness and impact strength

  • Abrasion resistant

  • Low dielectric constant

  • Continuous service temp of 302°F (150°C)

  • Flame rating UL94 V-0

Applications

  • Electrical components

  • Lab ware

  • Battery/instrument components requiring chemical inertness

  • Chemical service items

  • Film

  • Nuclear power plants