PTFE Gaskets
Key Features
- Wide functioning temperature range
- Superb resistance to many acids, bases and solvents
- Completely insoluble
- Good weathering, UV and ageing resistance
- Good electrical insulation properties
- Excellent purity
- Suitable for use in food contact applications
Product Description
Our PTFE gaskets are highly versatile offering excellent chemical resistance as well as a wide functioning temperature range. Also known as Polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE is a high quality material with many desirable features, which makes the material a popular choice for use in gasket applications. PTFE gaskets provide superb purity and resistance in a range of industries from food preparation, aerospace, automotive and construction.
PTFE offers good weathering resistance and the material is also unable to absorb any UV light. It is resistant to damage from a wide range of common acids, bases, solvents and chemicals such as hydrochloric acid, acetone as well as ethyl alcohol. It features a wide functioning temperature range from -200°C to +260°C. These unique features combine to enable our gaskets to provide consistent sealing properties across virtually any environment.
Another key feature of PTFE is the non-stick nature of the material which makes it the perfect product for use in joints with moving parts. PTFE is also completely insoluble, which enables it to provide excellent sealing properties in both exterior and water contact applications. It is highly durable and able to regularly compress and absorb impacts so can be in constant use without fear of warping or deterioration.
The Rubber Company can supply PTFE in sheets, bespoke gaskets or strip cut lengths to suit your exact requirements. Contact us today to talk to one of our experts.
Technical Data
| Properties | Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Compound | PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) | ||
| Density | 2.14 - 2.18g/cm3 | ||
| Hardness (Shore D) | ≥51° | ||
| Tensile Strength | ≥24 N/mm² | ||
| Elongation at Break | ≥250% | ||
| Temperature Range | -200°C - +260°C |