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Manifattura Cattaneo PTFE

Manifattura Cattaneo PTFE normally considered a thermoplastic material, is the best known and most used fluoropolymer. Its chemical-physical characteristics make it essential to use specific techniques for its production.

Polymer Name: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

Physical Form: Bars

Features: Chemical Resistant, Excellent Dielectric Properties, Food Contact Acceptable, High Temperature Resistance, Low Friction, Low Temperature Resistant, Non Stick

Density: 2210.0 - 2210.0 kg/m³

Tensile Modulus: 450.0 - 750.0 MPa

Color: Natural, White

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Characteristics
  • Low coefficient of friction
  • Excellent dielectric properties
  • Excellent chemical inertness
  • Excellent resistance to both low and high temperatures
  • Surface anti-stickiness
  • It is suitable for contact with food
  • no hygroscopicity
  • resistance to aging

PTFE LOADED

To improve the already exceptional characteristics, especially if used in stressful applications, the PTFE is modified with the addition of different fillers such as:

  • glass fiber
  • coal
  • graphite
  • ceramic
  • stainless steel
  • bronze
  • MOS 2
  • Polyimide

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity2.21g/cm3ISO 1183
Water (Absorption At Saturation)0%ISO 62
Moisture (Absorption At 23°C - 50% RH)0%ISO 62
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Yield Strength12 - 15MPaISO 527
Elongation (Yield)25%ISO 527
Tensile Strength (Break)28-35MPaISO 527
Elongation (Break)210 - 500%ISO 527
Tensile Modulus450 - 750MPaISO 527
IMPact Strength (Un-Notched)NBKJ /m2ISO 179
IMPact Strength (Notch)15.6KJ /m2ISO 179
Hardness (Shore D)51Shore DDIN 53505
Compressive Stress (1% Strain-23°C-1000hr)4.4MPaISO 604
Compressive Modulus Of Elasticity420
Poisson'S Ratio0.4Abs
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Temperature Limit Of Use-500°C
Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa)135°CISO 75
Heat Deflection Temperature (1.81 MPa)55°CISO 306
Coef. Of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 To 100°C)160°CISO 75
Coef. Of Linear Thermal Expansion (23°C)120W/(K*m)DIN 52612
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
BondabilityStabilized in the atmosphere at 50% RH -23 ° C - Stabilized in the atmosphere 50% RH -23 ° C.
UV ResistanceYes
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volume Resistance10^18ΩIEC 60093
Surface Resistance10^17ΩIEC 60094
Dielectric Constant (1 MHZ)2.1absIEC 60250
Dielectric Loss Factor (1 MHZ)7.0e-05tanIEC 60250
Dielectric Witch (2mm)25KV/mmIEC 60243
Flammability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
FlammabilityV0UL 94
Tribological Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Static Coef. Of Friction On Polished Steel0.16absMPC test
Dynamic Coef. Of Friction On Polished Steel0.12absMPC test
Wear Coefficient On Hardened Polished Steel65μm/stest PV = 0.1 MPa * m / s
Maximum Pressure4.4MPaMPC test

Regulatory & Compliance

Food Contact Safety (FDA Compliance)

Yes (Test Method -DM 21.3.73)