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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A thermoplastic copolymer of [[tetrafluoroethylene]] and hexafluoropropylene. The properties of FEP resin are similar to other fluorinated polymers, such as [[Teflon®]] ([[polytetrafluoroethylene]]), in that they are resistant to chemicals. The main difference is that FEP is [[thermoplastic]] and can be extruded and molded. It is available as a powder, aqueous dispersion, film and monofilament fiber. FEP is used for wire insulation, linings, and nonsticking finishes. [[Felt]] fabrics from FEP filaments are used for filtration. | + | A thermoplastic copolymer of [[tetrafluoroethylene]] and hexafluoropropylene. The properties of FEP resin are similar to other fluorinated polymers, such as [[Teflon|Teflon®]] ([[polytetrafluoroethylene]]), in that they are resistant to chemicals. The main difference is that FEP is [[thermoplastic]] and can be extruded and molded. It is available as a powder, aqueous dispersion, film and monofilament fiber. FEP is used for wire insulation, linings, and nonsticking finishes. [[Felt]] fabrics from FEP filaments are used for filtration. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
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* Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', ''Engineered Plastics'', ASM International, 1988 | * Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', ''Engineered Plastics'', ASM International, 1988 | ||
Latest revision as of 08:51, 6 August 2020
Description
A thermoplastic copolymer of Tetrafluoroethylene and hexafluoropropylene. The properties of FEP resin are similar to other fluorinated polymers, such as Teflon® (Polytetrafluoroethylene), in that they are resistant to chemicals. The main difference is that FEP is Thermoplastic and can be extruded and molded. It is available as a powder, aqueous dispersion, film and monofilament fiber. FEP is used for wire insulation, linings, and nonsticking finishes. Felt fabrics from FEP filaments are used for filtration.
Synonyms and Related Terms
FEP; Teflon® FEP [DuPont]
| Melting Point | 285-290 |
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Resources and Citations
- Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988