SALIENT
FEATURES OF PTFE
Heating
PTFE retains its
properties after exposure to temperatures beyond the limit of almost all
other thermoplastics and elastomers. Depending on the end use
requirements, PTFE is rated for continuous service at temperatures as
high as 500 F. It can also sustain short exposure at higher temperature.
Flame
resistance
PTFE offers
extraordinary resistance to high temperature and flames because it has a
very high melting point and auto ignition temperature, as well as
exceptional thermal degradation thresholds. PTFE's flame propagation
characteristics, such as rate of heat release and smoke generation is
very low.
Wear
& Tear
PTFE has one
of the lowest coefficients of friction of any solid material. Its
abrasions resistance is adaptable to demanding environments by using
inorganic fillers such as glass fiber, carbon or graphite.
Contamination
PTFE is
chemically pure and inert. It contains no additives such as lubricants,
stabilizers, plasticizers or antioxidants that can contaminate process
fluids.
Non
Adhesive
PTFE has an
extremely low surface energy in the solid state. This provides an
excellent anti-stick, non-wetting contact surface. Conversely, when
these resins are in a molten form, they become low surface-tension
liquids, ideal for hot melt adhesives.
Low
temperature
PTFE retains
its excellent properties even at cryogenic temperatures. PTFE's impact
resistance at these temperatures exceeds that of most other polymers.
Property
Retention
PTFE
exhibits excellent retention of properties after a long period of time,
even at elevated temperatures and in the presence of oils, solvents, UV
light, oxidizing agents and other environmental agents.
Light
stability
PTFE has one
of the lowest refractive indexes. It does not change its visual
appearance after exposure to ultraviolet or infrared light.
Dielectrics
PTFE has
remarkable dielectric strength, low dielectric constant, low loss
factors and high specific resistance. PTFE surpasses most material in
its level and stability of dielectric properties over a wide range of
environmental conditions.
Biodegradation
PTFE is
inert to microbiological and enzymic attack because the pure polymer
does not provide any nourishment or porosity for these growths.
Humidity
PTFE is
completely resistant to hydrolysis. PTFE is a good barrier for water
permeation. Its typical properties and dimensional stability remain
unchanged even after long periods of time in water.
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