Catalog Number
ACMA00049953
Product Name
Polyvinyl Fluoride
Category
Polyvinyl Fluoride (PVF)
Description
The material is a tough, clear plastic that resists attack by chemicals or weathering and is usually manufactured in the form of a film
Molecular Formula
(C2H3F)n
Density
1.45 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility
Soluble in cyclohexanone, dimethyl formamide. Affected by strong alkalis, ester and ketones.
Insoluble in water, oils, alcohols, acids, bleaches, weak alkalis
Application
PVF is often used in applications that require flame retardant protection, another common application is in metal sheets and raincoats to protect against harsh weather. Also used as surface coating for PVC films.
Properties
It has excellent chemical resistance, excellent weather resistance and low breathability; it has extremely high bending resistance and burns very slowly.
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.42 (lit.)