Catalog Number
ACMA00049952
Product Name
Polyvinylidene Fluoride
Category
Poly(vinylidene fluoride)
Description
Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic fluoropolymer. It is readily melt-processible. It can be fabricated by injection and compression molding. It combines high mechanical strength with good processability.
Molecular Formula
(CH2CF2)n
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H2F2/c1-2(3)4/h1H2
InChI Key
BQCIDUSAKPWEOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Application
PVDF is a tough plastic that is resistant to fire, electricity and most chemicals and can be injection molded into bottles for the chemical industry and extruded into electrically insulating films. Its flame retardancy makes it particularly suitable for insulating wires in buildings and aircraft.
Features And Benefits
Insoluble
Electrical properties
Properties
Heat resistance
High abrasion resistance
Low permeability to most gases and liquids
Weather resistant
Low weight
Mechanical strength
Radiation resistance
Good electrical insulator
Resistance to chemical corrosion
Recyclable