What is EPTFE Sheet Gasket Material and What are Common Applications?

1. What exactly is EPTFE and how is it different from PTFE?
• Well EPTFE is also known as Expanded PTFE, or Expanded PolyTetreFluoroEthylene
• EPTFE is known for its flexibility and its ability to seal quickly with little road.
• EPTFE can tolerate more strenuous conditions than PTFE, in regard to both chemicals and temperature.
2. What are some specifications of EPTFE?
• EPTFE can serve in temperatures reaching as low as -450°F
• While also being sable to serve in conditions up to 600°F
• EPTFE can seal up to 3000 PSI
• EPTFE is extremely resistant to chemicals, with a 0-14pH range.
3. What are common applications for EPTFE?
• EPTFE is one of the most versatile sealing materials available. It is often used to replace other materials that can only perform in 1-2 applications.
• EPTFE has been known to replace the traditional materials in the following applications.
i. HVAC Systems
ii. Oil Systems
iii. Steam Systems
iv. Water- waste water
v. Chemical Applications
vi. Food and Beverage
vii. And potable water for human consumption
viii. EPTFE is FDA and NSF approved.
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