Fluoroplastics bring an abundance of benefits to the automotive industry with their unique properties, including mechanical, electrical and thermal characteristics. A range of fluoropolymer products, from tubing to gas sample bags, are used in a variety of automotive applications.

Benefits of fluoroplastics for the automotive industry

Advantageous to automotive applications, PTFE, FEP and PFA enjoy a range of unique properties:

·         Mechanical: Tensile strength and resistant to high working pressures

·         Electrical: High electrical resistance and dielectric strength

·         Thermal: Resistant to low and high working temperatures

·         Chemical: Total resistance to chemicals and solvents

·         Environmental: Resistant to weather, UV light and corrosion

As a result, PTFE, FEP, PFA and PVDF are the most reliable material for automotive applications and offer the following benefits:

·         Insulation against electricity, extreme temperatures and chemicals

·         Improved durability by increasing the lifespan of components

·         Improved efficiency and safety

·         Protection against extreme weather and environments

·         Protection against corrosion

Fluoropolymer products used in automotive applications

From fluid delivery, coatings and sealings, temperature and level detection, and emission testing, the following fluoroplastic products are widely used in automotive applications.

PTFE tube

PTFE tubing exhibits the best price : performance ratio of all fluoropolymers, withstanding very high working temperatures and enjoying non-stick and low friction properties, and chemical, solvent and electrical resistance. Find out more about PTFE Tubing.

Filled tubing

Additional fillers can be added to fluoroplastic tubing to offer better insulation and wear resistance for more abrasive applications. By adding a filler to the fluoropolymer, you can change the wear resistance and conductivity, without greatly affecting the lubricious surface. Find out more about Filled Tubing.

FEP and PTFE heat shrink sleeving

Fluoroplastic heat shrink sleeving is the ultimate choice for applications that need high resistance to temperature, chemicals, solvents and UV light. With a choice of shrink ratios up to 4:1 and working temperatures of up to 260°C, the applications for heat shrink tubing are limitless. Find out more about Fluoroplastic heat shrink.

Tedlar® gas sample bags

For testing gas emissions, Tedlar® gas sample bags are the perfect solution. Tough and economical, they will not contaminate the gas sample and can be easily cleaned for re-use. Additionally, they come in a wide range of sizes and can be designed especially for unusual requirements. Find out more about Tedlar® Gas Sample Bags.

FEP gas sample bags

Designed for gas, odour and emission sampling where a very low parts-per-million (PPM) concentration is involved, FEP gas sample bags are the ultimate choice for low contamination and easy cleaning. They also come in a wide range of sizes and can be designed especially for unusual requirements. Find out more about FEP Gas Sample Bags.

Encapsulated probes and thermowells

Encapsulating components with fluoropolymers provides a high temperature, chemically inert and non-stick coating. FEP, PFA and PTFE are some of the most inert materials known to man, and they also have a very high temperature resistance. For applications in which temperature and level detection is required, fluoroplastics are ideal materials for the protection of sensors in automotive industry. Find out more about Fluoroplastic Coated Probe Covers.

Here at Adtech, we are specialists in delivering innovative fluoropolymer solutions for your technical applications. Find out more about Fluoroplastics and the Automotive Industry.

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