Poly(tetrafluoroethylene)
ALDRICH/737992 - powder, 200 μm particle size
Synonym: Fluorinated polymer; Fluoropolymer; PTFE
CAS Number: 9002-84-0
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): ]n
MDL Number: MFCD00084455
Linear Formula: (CF2CF2)n
Product Type: Chemical
form | powder |
particle size | 200 μm |
SMILES string | FC(F)=C(F)F |
transition temp | Tm 340-345 °C |
Application: | • Ultrasonic activation of inert poly (tetrafluoroethylene): Demonstrates the activation of inert PTFE particles into piezoelectric electrets using ultrasound, which enables the piezocatalytic generation of reactive oxygen species, a significant advance in material science (Wang et al., 2021 ). • Membrane preparation techniques with polytetrafluoroethylene: Discusses production techniques of porous polymeric membranes including PTFE, highlighting its application in separation technology, a critical area in industrial processes (Tan & Rodrigue, 2019 ). • Enhancing expanded poly (tetrafluoroethylene) for biomaterials applications: Reviews the use of expanded PTFE (ePTFE) in biomaterials, focusing on its chemical properties and applications in medical devices and implants, contributing significantly to healthcare advancements (Cassady et al., 2014 ). • Electret polyvinylidene fluoride nanofibers hybridized by polytetrafluoroethylene nanoparticles: This study explores the enhancement of air filtration performance through hybridizing electret polyvinylidene fluoride nanofibers with PTFE nanoparticles, presenting a novel approach to improving filtration efficiency (Wang et al., 2016 ). |
Packaging: | 5, 100 g in poly bottle |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
UNSPSC | 12162002 |