Teflon® - PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)

Teflon® – PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)

PTFE is a soft, low friction fluoropolymer with outstanding chemical resistance and weathering resistance. PTFE is stable at temperatures up to 500°F and it is often used in high temperature environments. PTFE also has excellent electrical insulating properties. PTFE is available in a variety of formulations including unfilled, glass-filled, and bearing grades.

Unfilled PTFE is extremely soft and formable and it is often used for chemical resistant seals and gaskets.

Glass-filled PTFE has enhanced strength and stiffness.

Bearing grades of PTFE have extremely low friction and high service temperatures. They are frequently specified for high performance bearings and bushings, particularly in applications that require resistance to corrosive chemicals.

PTFE sheet, rod, and tube are available in virgin grade, which is made from virgin PTFE resin as well as reprocessed or mechanical grade, which is made from recycled material.

Typical thickness ranges for Teflon are from 0.030″ thick up to 3.0″ thick.

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Benefits of Teflon® – PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)

PTFE (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene, a fluorocarbon-based polymer) is also known by Dupont’s brand name Teflon®, and commonly used in its virgin (unfilled) state. Virgin PTFE is capable in its own right, but when mineral fillers, such as molybdenum sulfide, are added, it enhances the material wear and deformation characteristics to more fully exploit their unique combination of chemical, physical and electrical properties. Teflon is often chosen for its smooth surface, low coefficient of friction, and surface energy characteristics.

If you have a need for a specialty grade version not listed here please let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist you.