PVDF Plastic Material & Machining
Self-extinguishing, chemically resistant, & easily machined components
People turn to PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) when they need a high-performance engineering thermoplastic that has excellent qualities: high chemical resistance, mechanical properties, and thermal stability. Made of repeating units of vinylidene fluoride, this fluoropolymer consists of strong carbon-fluorine bonds that give this polymer its unique combination of properties.
Often known by its trade name, Kynar®, the resin features several remarkable capabilities. It can self-extinguish, having a great flame resistance. PVDF/Kynar® has low water absorption, high-purity, and it works in a wide range of operating temperatures reaching extreme levels. It's popular in chemical processing, biomedical research, and electronic components.
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Key Facts About PVDF
- Low water absorption
- Low permeability
- Wide operating temperature range
- Flame resistance (V-O)
- High purity material
- High mechanical strength
- Impact resistant
- Excellent UV resistance
- Weather resistant
- High dielectric strength
- Piezoelectric properties
- Biocompatible
- High chemical resistance; chemically inert
Properties & Characteristics
Available in natural white color, this material offers excellent corrosion and chemical resistance at both ambient and elevated temperatures.
| Grade | Product Characteristics | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|
| ZL 1700 | Self-extinguishing, low water absorption, high purity, UV stable | Life science research, medical industry components, chemical processing |
PVDF parts are inherently UV stable, mechanically tough and flame resistant. They exhibit excellent sunlight and weather resistance, and display high rigidity and strength in the fluorocarbon class of plastics.
Common PVDF Applications
- Chemical processing
- Biomedical research
- Electronic components