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PTFE in Precision Mechanics

PTFE in Precision Mechanics

PTFE was discovered accidentally by Roy J. Plunkett at the DuPont Company's Jackson Laboratory in 1938, during an attempt to manufacture a chlorofluorocarbon for use as refrigerant for the compression cycles.

How are the disadvantages of Teflon Gaskets minimized?

Teflon Gaskets

In order to overcome some of the setbacks of the solid polymerized Teflon, gaskets have been produced to take advantage of the resilience of asbestos, rubber and other like materials.

Properties of PTFE

Properties of PTFE

The main properties of PTFE, which define its key areas of application include:

High melting point and enhanced mechanical strength.

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