PTFE

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), commonly known as Teflon, has a unique combination of properties that make it an ideal material choice for a variety of applications. PTFE is chemically inert, weatherable, has excellent electrical insulation properties, high temperature resistance, low coefficient of friction and non-sticking properties.

Types
  • Extruded
  • Compression Molded
  • Skived
Material Form:
  • Sheet
  • Rod
  • Tube
  • Film
  • Tape
  • Belting
Specialty Grades:
  • Glass Filled
  • Graphite Filled
  • Carbon Filled
  • Molybdenum Disulfide Filled
  • Stainless Steel Filled
  • Bronze Filled
  • Custom Formulations available upon request
Color:
  • Natural (Tan)
  • Black
  • Custom available upon request’
Sizing:
  • Extruded Sheet Thickness : .187” to 4.00” (variety of sheet sizes available)
  • Molded Sheet Thickness: .187” to 7.00” (variety of sheet sizes available)
  • Skived Sheet Thickness : .031” to .250” (variety of sheet sizes available)
  • Extruded Rod Diameters : .125” to 4.00” (variety of lengths available)
  • Compression Molded Rod Diameters : 1.00” to 20” (variety of lengths available)
  • Extruded Tube Diameters : .250” Outside Diameter to 2.50” Outside Diameter (variety of lengths available)
  • Molded Tube Diameters : 1.125” Outside Diameter to 31” Outside Diameter (variety of lengths available)
In house fab services:
  • Cut to Size
  • CNC Machining
  • Lathe Turning
  • Screw machining
Applications:
  • Valves
  • Seals
  • Piston Rings
  • Bearings
  • Insulators
  • Spacers
  • Roll Covers

Features and Benefits of PTFE

The high temperature rating of PTFE at 500° F and its excellent chemical resistance make it an ideal choice for a variety of applications. Although its mechanical properties are low in comparison to other engineered thermoplastics the addition of additives can greatly improve them.

Virgin grade PTFE is FDA approved and as a result can be used in high temperature areas in the food processing and service industry as insulators and bearings.

The low coefficient of friction makes PTFE an excellent choice for bearing, bushing and other wear applications.

Learn More

To learn more about PTFE and how it can benefit your plastic fabrication needs, reach out to the expert team at National Plastics and Seals today. We’re on hand to answer any questions you may have.