Ethylene-tetrafluoroethylene
ETFE is a Fluoropolymer that provides high chemical resistance, dielectric strength and excellent weatherability and over a wide thermal range.
Brand Names
- Norton® ETFE
- Tefzel® ETFE
Characteristics
- Excellent weatherability
- High chemical resistance
- Superior release properties
Common Applications
- Thermoformed components
- Heat sealed products
Data Sheets
Ethylene-tetrafluoroethylene
ETFE is a Fluoropolymer that provides high chemical resistance, dielectric strength and excellent weatherability and over a wide thermal range.
| Property | Test Method | Typical Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| English units | SI Units | ||
| Available Thickness Range | - | 2 – 20 mil | 51 - 508µm |
| Max. Operating Temp. | - | 330ºF | 165°C |
| Melt Point | ASTM D-3418 | 482 - 518 ºF | 250 - 270°C |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D-149 | 5500 V/mil | 215 kV/mm |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D-150 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D-792 | 1.70 - 1.76 | 1.70 - 1.76 |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D-882 | 7000 psi | 48 MPa |
Norton® is a registered trademark of Saint-Gobain. Tefzel® is a registered Trademark of DuPont.