What are the key properties and common applications of PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)?

PTFE is a high-performance plastic known for its very slippery, non-stick surface, excellent chemical resistance, and wear resistance. It can withstand continuous use temperatures up to 500 degrees F. Common applications include seals, gaskets, stem valves, bearings, and components for caustic fluid handling.

In what forms and sizes is PTFE available?

PTFE is available in a massive size range, including extruded rod, molded rod, tubular bar, thin sheet, plate, film, strip, slab, block, and tubes. Standard PTFE rod sizes range from .125″ to 6″, with larger molded sizes available, and sheet/film thicknesses from .005″ to 3″.

What other fluoropolymer materials do you supply besides PTFE?

In addition to PTFE, we supply other fluorocarbon-based materials in sheet, plate, and round rod forms. These include FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene), PVDF (Poly Vinylidene Difluoride), ETFE (Polyethylenetetrafluoroethylene), ECTFE (Ethylene Chlorotrifluoroethylene), PFA (Perfluoroalkoxy), and PCTFE (Polychlorotrifluoroethylene).

Is PTFE compliant with industry standards like ITAR and RoHS?

Yes, the PTFE material supplied is compliant with both ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives.

PTFE Sheet and Rods – (Polytetrafluoroethylene)

Quick Answer

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) is a high-performance fluoropolymer recognized for its exceptional non-stick properties, high heat resistance, and chemical inertness. Industrial Plastic Supply highlights PTFE's ability to withstand continuous use temperatures up to 500 degrees F, making it ideal for applications requiring wear resistance and chemical compatibility. This material is frequently utilized in seals, gaskets, stem valves, and pump parts, and is both ITAR and RoHS compliant.

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Virgin PTFE Sheet and PTFE Rod

Virgin PTFE sheet and rod materials are used frequently as a bearing or non-stick surface. PTFE sheet and rod materials are an excellent choice for caustic fluid handling valves and fitting. Massive size range in extruded rod, molded rod, tubular bar and thin sheet, plate and film. PTFE is also known as: Fluon®, Diakin®, Flouroplastic®, Fluoropolymer®, Neoflon®, Polyfon®, Chemfluor®, and more. PTFE sheet, plate, rods, strip, slab, block and tubes are normal stock items. The entire range of Fluorocarbon materials are high heat and chemical resistant performance plastics.

Other Fluorocarbon Based Materials We Supply in Sheet, Plate and Round Rod: FEP – Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene; PVDF – Poly Vinylidene Difluoride (Kynar®, Tecaflon®, Sustatec® and more); ETFE – Polyethylenetetrafluoroethylene (Tefzel®); ECTFE – Ethylene Chlorotrifluoroethylene; PFA – Perfluoroalkoxy; PCTFE – Polychlorotrifluoroethylene (formerly KEL-F® or Neoflon®)

Why you should use PTFE Sheet and Rod (Fluoropolymers):

Very slippery and non-stick
Wear resistance
500 degrees F continuous use temperature
Excellent chemical resistance
Very easy to machine and fabricate
PTFE Rod available from .125″ – 6″ as standard
Larger sizes are molded per order
PTFE Sheet – Film from .005″ – 3″ thickness
PTFE Molded Tubing- Vast sizes are available – made to order
PTFE is ITAR compliant, and PTFE is RoHS compliant

PTFE sheet and rod are used in:

Seals, gaskets and stem valves
Wear and slide machined parts
Chemical resistant fixtures
Pump parts and manifolds- from PTFE Rod
Scientific aircraft and electronic parts
Steam and high temp seals – from PTFE sheet

What Forms and Sizes of PTFE Material Are Available?

PTFE Sheet: .062″ – 4″ in Natural (White) in 48″ X 48″

PTFE Rod: .125″ – 6″ Diameter Natural (White) in 60″ Lengths

PTFE Film: .001″ – .062″ in Natural (White) in 12″ Wide (other widths – require Special Order)

Typical Resin Properties:

General Property	ASTM Test	Typical Value
Specific Gravity	D792	2.14 – 2.24
Tensile Strength Yield	D638	2,500 – 6,000
Tensile Modulus	D638	80,000
Izod Impact – Notched	D256	3.0
Hardness – Rockwell	D785	D50 – D65
Deflection Temp @ 264psi	D648	150
Deflection Temp @ 66 psi	D648	250
Co. Thermal Expansion	D696	5.5X10^-5

PTFE Data Sheet

PTFE SDS

These properties are for evaluation purposes only. This information is not to be construed as a warranty, guarantee or assurance that you may achieve the same results. Materials made from different resin types, manufacturing techniques and manufacturers will react differently. The information should be used to compare against other materials only, and each user should make his own tests to determine suitability. No warranty as to this materials suitability are either expressed nor implied.