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Poly(tetrafluoroethylene)

powder, >40 μm particle size

Synonym(s):

Fluorinated polymer, Fluoropolymer, PTFE

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Linear Formula:
(CF2CF2)n
CAS Number:
9002-84-0
MDL number:
MFCD00084455
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
24851000
NACRES:
NA.23

form

powder

particle size

>40 μm

transition temp

Tg 130 °C
Tm 327 °C

density

2 g/mL at 25 °C

SMILES string

F\C(F)=C(\F)F

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General description

Poly(tetrafluoroethylene) (PTFE) is a stable fluoropolymer used in the field of coatings, thermal ceilings, supercapacitors, lubricators, bearings, and clinical applications.

Application

Poly(tetrafluoroethylene) can be used as a precursorto fabricate supercapacitors.

Features and Benefits

  • Chemically and biologically inert
  • Recyclable
  • Able to resist enzymatic and microbiological attack
  • Extremely low coefficient of friction
  • Insulating and dielectric properties

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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