Common Properties
Broad thermal capabilities at both low and high temperature extreme
Very low moisture absorption
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
Very low gas permeability
FEP (Hexafluoropropylene and tetrafluoroethylene copolymer)
Properties
Continuous service at temperatures up to 400°F (200°C).
Low co-efficient of friction
Applications
Wiring applications requiring high speed communications
Limited jacketing (e.g. plenum)
PFA (Tetrafluoroethylene and Perfluoroalkoxy copolymer)
Properties
Excellent chemical stability
Withstands temperatures up to 260°F continuous use
Applications
Tefzel (Modified tetrafluoroethylene and ethylene copolymer)
Properties
Excellent stiffness and impact strength
Continuous service temp of 302°F (150°C)
Applications
Battery/instrument components requiring chemical inertness