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PTFE Rod - Diameters Available:
PTFE Rod is produced by an either extrusion or moulded process, the smaller diameters are made by extrusion option and the larger diameters are produced by the moulded option. Extruded PTFE Rod is made from as small as 4mm diameter and normally up to a maximum diameter of 500mm. The moulded grade starts at diameters of around 56mm and then up to a maximum diameter of 500mm. Extruded PTFE Rod is generally produced by manufacturers in lengths of 2000mm long and the moulded rods are produced in lengths which vary from 300mm up to 500mm.

PTFE Rod - Important Facts:
Although PTFE can be bonded with modern adhesives but it does require an element of skill and is only possible with these modern adhesives that are only available from specialists. Another important area is the coefficient of linear expansion, PTFE can withstand high temperatures but components can expand at uneven rates which has the potential for distortion. Further facts include its relative softness, care must be taken during the machining process to avoid damage or distortion due to clamping forces needed.

PTFE Rod - Applications:
The list of appliations for PTFE Rod are substantial but will cover a few of the main ones.

PTFE Rod - Seals:
Because PTFE Rod has a very important ability which is that it can "flow" this means that under compression it will form to a shape and in the case of a seal in perhaps a valve, PTFE Rod will conform to form a seal. It also has excellent high and low temperature resistance as well as low friction and acid resistance which all contribute to an exceptional material.

PTFE Rod - Electrical Insulations:
PTFE Rod has one of the best performances for electrical resistance of all of the engineering plastics. PTFE Rod is specified when regular materials such as PVC are no longer able to perform in certain environments.