If you need a rod that offers good insulation and withstands use in chemical applications, turn to this fluoroplastics PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) rod from RS PRO. It measures 300 mm in length and 80 mm in diameter.

The low-friction and low-adhesion rod has high tensile strength and excellent dielectric properties, making it a good insulator. Its PTFE construction means it's resistant to chemicals and radiation. It can withstand temperatures of up to +260°C and has a flammability rating of UL 94 V-0 from the science safety company Underwriters Laboratories. This means it self-extinguishes flames within 10 seconds. The rod also meets standards for plastic and elastomer testing from the DIN (Deutsches Institut für Nurmung, German Institute for Standardization) and the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials).

This fluoroplastics PTFE rod is useful for applications such as high-frequency insulation and machining custom components.

• Fluoroplastics PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) rod
• Opaque in colour
• Length of 300 mm
• Diameter of 80 mm
• Elongation of 50%
• Density of 2.18 → 2.21 g/cm³
• Tensile strength of 25 MPa
• Hardness of 30 Ball Indentation
• Maximum operating temperature of +260°C
• Melting point of +327°C
• Thermal conductivity of 0.25 W/mK
• Water absorption of 0.3%
• UL 94 V-0 flammability rating
• Conforms to DIN 53479, DIN 53736 and ASTM-D 1929 for testing of plastics and elastomers

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The PTFE sheets supplied have a size tolerance of ±5 mm

DIN 53479; DIN 53736; ASTM-D 1929