Lets learn 5 things about Fluoropolymers
1. First things first: The first fluoropolymer was polytetrafluoroethylene, better known by its abbreviation, PTFE, and by its brand name βTeflon.β It was discovered accidentally by a scientist at DuPont in 1938.
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1. First things first: The first fluoropolymer was polytetrafluoroethylene, better known by its abbreviation, PTFE, and by its brand name βTeflon.β It was discovered accidentally by a scientist at DuPont in 1938.
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2. Fluoropolymers are plastics used in specific applications where other materials simply cannot hold up.
3. Fluoropolymers are used to protect and insulate wires in order to prevent overheating and potential fires.
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3. Fluoropolymers are used to protect and insulate wires in order to prevent overheating and potential fires.
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4. Fluoropolymers have unmatched chemical and temperature resistance which is why theyβre used in products like cars and planes.
5. Fluoropolymers are virtually maintenance free, even in the most extreme conditions.
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5. Fluoropolymers are virtually maintenance free, even in the most extreme conditions.
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Their usage
6. Aerospace/military - Fluoropolymers are used across - Used in wire and cable insulation, fuel and hydraulic hoses, seals/bushing and even space apparel for astronauts
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6. Aerospace/military - Fluoropolymers are used across - Used in wire and cable insulation, fuel and hydraulic hoses, seals/bushing and even space apparel for astronauts
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7. Automotive/transportation - With unmatched temperature and chemical resistance, unique electrical performance and decreased friction, fluoropolymers used in fuel and brake hoses and tubing, control cables and under-hood wire.
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8. Chemical/petrochemical processing - Fluoropolymers help create nonstick surfaces in applications that require temperature resistance. Theyβre used in lined pipes, valves, pumps, tank and reactor linings, gaskets and seals.
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9. Semiconductor/electronics manufacturing - Fluoropolymers are used to boost productivity and purity in an array of processes, helping manufacturers create high-quality, cost-effective products.
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10. Telecommunications - Because of their electrical performance, fire resistance & optical properties, they are used in wire insulation, local area network (LAN) cables, mainframe wiring, satellite wiring and fiber-optic cladding & cable.
Okay, that's 10! Learning is fun!
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