Americhem Fluoropolymer Resources

What are Fluoropolymers?

Melt Processible Fluoropolymers are injection molding versions of PTFE. They have outstanding resistance to chemicals and temperature. They have excellent dielectric properties as well as low friction and low wear.

The Americhem Advantage in Fluoropolymers

Americhem has extensive experience compounding FP’s with fillers and additives to improve strength, stiffness and creep resistance. Improved wear and friction as well as reduced shrinkage and warpage are also achieved with fillers and additives.

For what types of applications are Fluoropolymers used?

Healthcare

Wire & cable jacketing

Automotive

Chemical pumps & valve linings

Fluoropolymer Material Offerings

FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene)
ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene)
PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride)
PFA (perfluoroalkoxy)
ECTFE (ethylene chlorotrifluoroethylene)

Some common applications for the healthcare industry are catheters and tubing. As well as, applications for the automotive industry that include cable liners, high-pressure bearings and bushings.