PTFE Rods
PTFE rods are made of soft, nontoxic fluoropolymer (also known as Teflon®, which is a registered trademark of DuPont) with an extremely low coefficient of friction, meaning that few materials stick to it, and most that do stick can be peeled or rubbed off. PTFE rods have has outstanding chemical and weathering resistance.
PTFE rods are made of material insoluble in most organics and has excellent electrical properties. It remains stable at both cryogenic and elevated temperatures (from -200° C up to 260° C),
PTFE Rods
PTFE rods (Extruded) PTFE rod has excellent resistance to most chemicals and solvents and is capable of operating at high and low temperatures - up to 260°C. The PTFE rods also have a very low coefficient of friction and are commonly used in food contact applications. Rods of PTFE provides good thermal stability and has good electrical properties, but are not suitable for wear application and is difficult to bond. Advantages: Extr..
PTFE carbon filled rods
PTFE 25% Carbon Filled Black Rod is a high performance, synthetic fluoropolymer with the carbon fibre greatly improving by a notable margin characteristics including electrical properties, deformation strength and wear and abrasion resistance. Carbon is a brittle material itself, having poor wear properties and mechanical strength. The resulting material after the mixture of PTFE and carbon fibers, however, has excellent mechanical and wear properties. Carbon Filled PT..
PTFE Glass + Graphite filled rods
PTFE Glass + Graphite filled rods These rods are made of Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) filled with glass / graphite. The mixture of both fillers allows resistance against soft metals a creates a chemically inert alloy with outstanding wear characteristics. At both sides of the temperature scale - both for high and low temperatures, deformation under stress is also decreased. The PTFE Glass and graphite filled rods are an outstanding self-lubricating ..
PTFE glass filled rods
PTFE glass filled rods PTFE 25% Glass Filled White Rod is a high performance, synthetic fluoropolymer with the glass fibre greatly improving characteristics including mechanical strength, wear resistance and compressive properties by as much as 40%. The long term service temperature range of PTFE Rod is from -200°C to 260°C and has a short term maximum service temperature of 300°C. These PTFE rods are reinforced with 25% glass fibres. The added glass fi..
PTFE graphite filled rods
PTFE graphite filled rods EXTRUDED PTFE TEFLON GRAPHITE ROD has good thermal conductivity, is Chemically inert, Low friction. Minimum wear to mating surface. Graphite has good chemical resistance to corrosive environments and exhibits good initial wear and rubbing/sliding characteristics in dry and water applications. Commonly blended with carbon and PTFE. The Filled Grade PTFE TEFLON products are widely used as machining stock for all kinds of chemical, electrical and ..
PTFE rods - Ceramic filled
PTFE rods - Ceramic filled Ceramic filled PTFE rods - type BL are made of a distinctive, mechanically stressed Ceramic filled PTFE compound with elastic behaviour and properties. The ceramic filled PTFE has low heat conductivity and chemical inertia of the alloyed metal. It has outstanding tribological friction and wear characteristics compared to the glass filled PTFE, with reduced permeation producing less abrasive wear. Do not use in for food applicatio..
PTFE rods with PFA
PTFE rods with PFA PTFE filled with PFA rods are made of chemical-modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) which fills the gap between conventional PTFE and melt-processable PFA and extends our product range. By changing the polymer chain, several characteristics of traditional PTFE have been enhanced. Key benefits: Excellent weldability Low load distortion Applications: Seals Welded parts Gaskets Encapsulated metal inserts Bearing pads ..
PTFE Rods with custom specified fillers
PTFE Rods with custom specified fillers Below you will find only several most purchased PTFE rods with custom specified fillers. We can manufacture any combination you may need as per your specific applications. GLASS-FILLED PTFE 25% short glass fibre; 85% virgin PTFE Wear resistant, improved hardness, lower thermal expansion, lower deformation under load CARBON FIBER- FILLED PTFE 5% carbon fiber; 95% PTFE Increased hardn..
What are the key properties of PTFE rods that make them suitable for industrial applications?
PTFE rods possess several key properties that make them ideal for industrial applications. They have an extremely low coefficient of friction, which means that few materials stick to them, allowing for easy cleaning and maintenance. Additionally, they exhibit outstanding chemical resistance, making them suitable for use in aggressive chemical environments. PTFE rods also have excellent electrical insulating properties and remain stable under a wide range of temperatures, from -200°C to 260°C. These attributes combined make PTFE rods a versatile choice for various engineering and manufacturing applications.
How do PTFE rods with fillers enhance performance compared to standard PTFE rods?
PTFE rods with custom specified fillers, such as PTFE Rods with custom specified fillers, enhance the performance characteristics of standard PTFE rods. Fillers like glass, carbon, or graphite can improve mechanical strength, wear resistance, and thermal conductivity. For instance, PTFE graphite filled rods provide enhanced lubrication and anti-static properties, while PTFE glass filled rods offer increased rigidity and dimensional stability. These modifications make filled PTFE rods suitable for more demanding applications.
What applications are PTFE rods particularly well-suited for?
PTFE rods are particularly well-suited for applications in industries such as chemical processing, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Their chemical resistance allows them to be used in environments where they are exposed to harsh chemicals. Additionally, their electrical insulating properties make them ideal for use in electrical applications. For specialized needs, products like PTFE carbon filled rods and PTFE rods with PFA can be utilized to meet specific performance criteria in unique applications.