Teflon is also known by the following terms: PTFE or as well-known as Polytetrafluoroethylene.
Teflon is the brand that the well-known chemical company DuPont has given to its PTFE.
Teflon (PTFE) has various characteristics and uses, ranging from valve balls, gaskets, rings, pipes, expansion tapes, bushings, insulators, piston rings and piston seals.
PTFE is used in various industrial fields such as aerospace, chemical, automotive, pharmaceutical, for coating surfaces often exposed to aggressive agents and for its resistance to high temperatures.
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a fluorine-based polymer, also used in electrical insulation.
PTFE, polytetrafluoroethylene is a plastic with high chemical and thermal resistance.
PTFE is used in many professional fields, ranging from the production of non-stick coatings for kitchen pots and pans, gaskets, electrical cables, insulators and sealants.
In addition to the sectors we have talked about, PTFE (Teflon) is also used in the textile field.
In the textile sector and in the industrial production, Teflon (PTFE) has various uses and industrial applications, thanks to its chemical, thermal and corrosion resistance properties, as well as its low friction.
Examples of use of PTFE
Here below we can find some examples of use and application of Teflon (PTFE) in the industrial sector:
- Gaskets and Seals: PTFE is used as a material for gaskets and seals in high pressure and temperature, where high thermal resistance is required.
- Pipes and fittings: PTFE is used in the production of pipes and fittings for the transport of chemical and corrosive fluids at high temperatures and pressures.
- Coatings: PTFE is used as a non-stick coating for surfaces in various industrial sectors, such as the food, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.
- Components for valves and pumps: PTFE is used in the production of components for valves and pumps, such as valve seats, sleeves, pistons and diaphragms.
- Filters and membranes: PTFE is used in the production of filters and membranes for the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries.
- Electric cables: PTFE is used as an electric cable insulation with high temperature and chemical resistance.
- Components for the aeronautical industry: PTFE is used in the production of components for the aeronautical industry, such as coating for turbine components.
The PTFE in the racing world
Last but not least, PTFE is used in the construction of racing cars and motorcycles.
Felis S.r.l. produces and markets in more than 20 countries, articles in PTFE such as:
- Ptfe extruded rounds
- Ptfe molded rods
- Ptfe skived film
- Ptfe skived sheets
- Ptfe molded sheets
- Ptfe extruded or molded tubes
- Expanded PTFE adhesive tapes
- Ptfe films or sheets with one adhesive side
- Ptfe finished pieces
- PTFE gaskets
Felis S.r.l. Is an international manufacturer of PTFE, TEFLON and TECHNICAL PARTNER and SPONSOR of the “ROSSO CORSE” RACING TEAM based in the province of Bologna.
The “ROSSO CORSE” team has collected several successes since 2000, among which we mention: 2000 was the year of his debut on the racing scene with the participation in the Kawasaki Ninja Trophy 600 won by the rider Luca Pedersoli.
“ROSSO CORSE” and success continues brilliantly as can be seen on the official website.
The use of PTFE is fundamental in racing: thanks to its reduced friction coefficient it is used as a basic component for lubricants (oils, greases and sprays) used in various parts of motorcycles such as forks, shock absorbers, engine and gearbox.
PTFE is also used for the construction of parts such as bushings and brake hoses.
