PTFE Fine Powder F100
Maintains complete mechanical flexibility and molecular cohesion from cryogenic –400°F (–240°C) up to 500°F (260°C).
Fine-tuned for uniform fibrillation during low-to-medium pressure paste compounding, producing low-density, defect-free green extrudates.
Ultra-low TII guarantees zero blistering, void-free matrix integrity, and stable molecular consistency throughout high-temperature sintering.
Delivers exceptional mechanical tensile properties, superior flex-fatigue life, and impermeable resistance across harsh chemical solvents.
Produces dense, pinhole-free, conformable tapes with high longitudinal tensile strength. Engineered for chemical piping, industrial thread sealants, and unsintered gasket tapes.
Provides superior dielectric properties that remain stable across broad frequency and temperature spectrums. Essential for aerospace hookup wires, military data cables, and RF coaxial lines.
Enables high-yield continuous extrusion of round beading, thin-walled sleeves, and flexible tubing with smooth surface finishes for medical fluid paths and chemical transfer systems.
Conforms strictly to ASTM D4895-15, Type I, Grade 2, Class A specification requirements.
| Property Parameter | Test Method Standard | Unit (US / Metric) | Typical Value (Everflon™ F100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Particle Size (D50) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | μm | 500 |
| Bulk Density | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | g/L (lb/cu ft) | 500 (31.2) |
| Standard Specific Gravity (SSG) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | — | 2.185 |
| Thermal Instability Index (TII) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | — | < 50 |
| Extrusion Pressure (RR = 100:1) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | MPa (psi) | 8 (1,160) |
| Melt Peak Temperature (Initial) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | °C (°F) | 342 (648) |
| Melt Peak Temperature (Second) | ASTM D4895 / ISO 12086 | °C (°F) | 327 (621) |
Individual Container: 27.2-kg (60-lb) heavy-duty, double-sealed anti-static plastic drums[cite: 1].
Pallet Configuration: 326.4-kg (720-lb) net weight standard pallets containing 12 secure drums[cite: 1].
Contamination Shield: Hermetically sealed inner poly-liners ensure moisture and particulate exclusion during sea/air freight.
Transition Point: Store and condition powder below 19°C (66°F) to prevent irreversible mechanical shearing and premature fibrillation[cite: 1].
Restoration Protocol: If compaction occurs during shipping, cool below 19°C (66°F) for 24–48 hours, followed by standard 4 to 10 mesh sifting[cite: 1].
Dew Point Control: Maintain ambient humidity controls to prevent water condensation on virgin resin[cite: 1].
Shock & Vibration Protection: Pallets are wrapped with reinforced protective corners to prevent container jostling.
Clean Warehouse Protocols: Maintain closed-drum policy away from airborne particles to eliminate defects during high-temp sintering[cite: 1].
DOT / Safety Status: Classified as non-hazardous for inland US trucking and international marine shipping.
Mastering shear control, preforming compaction, and thermal sintering parameters for Everflon™ PTFE Fine Powder F100.
Compound the resin with a liquid hydrocarbon processing aid (e.g., odorless solvent or naphtha)[cite: 1]. Maintain all handling below the 19°C (66°F) transition point to avoid shear-induced fibrillation before extrusion[cite: 1].
Compress the blend into a cylindrical preform slug under light pressure of 1.5–2.0 MPa (220–290 psi)[cite: 1]. Extrude at low-to-medium reduction ratios (10:1 to 300:1) to produce cohesive, fibrous green structures[cite: 1].
Evaporate lubricants in the 100–300°C (212–572°F) range[cite: 1]. Sinter above the melting peak of 345°C (653°F) for void-free articles, or calender/stretch for unsintered/semi-sintered porous tapes[cite: 1].
Ensure all drying and sintering ovens are equipped with direct local exhaust ventilation. Processing fluoropolymer resins at elevated temperatures can generate fumes that may cause polymer fume fever if inhaled.
High sintering temperatures cause even trace foreign airborne particles to char, resulting in optical and mechanical defects[cite: 1]. Store drums tightly sealed in clean, climate-controlled environments[cite: 1].
Properly fully-sintered articles qualify for food contact under FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 and EU No. 10/2011[cite: 1]. Do not use in permanent surgical implants or human bodily fluid contact without authorized written clearance[cite: 1].
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