Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Fillers Included
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Composition by Weight % and Filler Description
- 85% Virgin PTFE
- 15% ± 1% Graphite Powder
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Benefits
- The wear characteristicss are approximately 5 times better than virgin PTFE
- Low coefficient of friction compared to CAR/BZ compounds
- Low abrasion when used against soft metal counterparts
- Low hardness compared to standard compounds as CAR/BZ etc.
- Product Highlights
Graphite has good chemical resistance to corrosive environments and exhibits good wear and rubbing/sliding characteristics in dry and water applications. It also has a low CoF. It is commonly blended with carbon and PTFE.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- This compound is used against aggressive and corosive agents
- It is used in hot water and steam applications
- It has a good heat conductivity
- It has permission for usage in food application
Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Processing Parameters
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Specific Gravity | 2.14 - 2.18 | — | ASTM D 4894 |
Tensile Strength (Cross Direction) | 18 | Mpa | ASTM D 4894 |
Elongation (Cross Direction) | 180 | % | ASTM D 4894 |
Bulk Density | 700 | g/l | ASTM D 4894 |
Hardness | 58 - 64 | Shore D | Needle |
Diametric Shrinkage | 2 - 3 | % | Internal |
Flow | 3 | sec/50g | Internal |
Average Particle Size | 400 - 600 | μm | Internal |
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Maximum Sintering Temperature | 370 | ºC | — |
Recommended Mold Pressure | 30 - 35 | Mpa | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Quality Standards
Safety & Health
- Warning
This product is a fluoropolymer so normal precautions should be followed.