Custom PTFE Parts

Polytetrafluoroethylene

Polytetrafluoroethylene is a thermoplastic polymer which was accidentally discovered during an experiment at Kinetic Chemicals in 1938. In 1945, PTFE was trademarked as the now well-known brand “Teflon”.

This plastic is inexpensive, highly machinable, and is best suited for low friction and high heat applications.

Applications

• Gears
• Bushings
• Seals
• Chemical tubing
• Lab containers
• Electrical insulators

Properties of PTFE

• Non-stick
• Wear resistant
• Moisture resistant
• Chemical resistant
• Low coefficient of friction
• High melting point
• High strength-to-weight ratio
• Excellent dielectric properties