PVDF Standard Tubing

Catalog Number

ACMA00045133

Description

PVDF tubing is a stronger, more abrasion resistant material than its per-fluorinated (all Carbon-Fluorine - CF2) counterparts such as PTFE, FEP and PFA at moderate temperatures. This is due to its resemblance to the structure of polyethylene (Carbon-Hydrogen - CH2). The alternating CF2 and CH2 pendant groups in the molecular structure imparts a unique blend of mechanical wear, thermal, age-weathering, UV and gamma radiation resistance and high purity properties that is useful in a broad class of applications. The mechanical toughness of PVDF is attributable to its excellent creep, fatigue and cut through resistances.
PVDF offers excellent cost/performance benefits with high purity properties, inertness to attack to a wide range of chemicals, and a use temperature range of -58F to 302F (-50C to 150C). The list of properties offered by PVDF make it a preferred material for applications that require high chemical resistance, flame resistance, good electrical insulation and abrasion resistance. Aerospace, fiber optic (for furcation tubing), and semiconductor applications utilize the flame resistance and good insulation properties of PVDF.

Appendix

PVDF Standard Tubing
	Size (ID x OD)	Max psi @ 73F	Bend Radius	Order Quantity
Fractional (in)	1/16" ID X 1/8" OD	451	1/2"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	1/8" ID X 3/16" OD	168	3/4"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	1/8" ID X 1/4" OD	260	1/2"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	5/32" ID X 1/4" OD	177	3/4"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	0.170" ID X 1/4" OD	155	1"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	3/16" ID X 1/4" OD	126	1"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	1/4" ID X 3/8" OD	174	1"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	5/16" ID x 3/8" OD	84	2 1/2"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	7/16" ID x 1/2" OD	62		5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	3/8" ID X 1/2" OD	130	2"	5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	5/8" ID x 0.750" OD			5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	3/4" ID x 0.830" OD			5-3000 feet
Fractional (in)	7/8" ID x 1.00" OD	65	22"	5-3000 feet
Metric (mm)	4 MM ID X 6 MM OD			5-3000 feet
Metric (mm)	7 MM ID X 8 MM OD			5-3000 feet
Metric (mm)	7 MM ID X 9 MM OD			5-3000 feet
Metric (mm)	6 MM ID X 8 MM OD			5-3000 feet

Feature

Outstanding resistance to sunlight/UV exposure
Tremendous chemical resistance to a wide range of aggressive chemicals
Radiation resistance
Excellent burn characteristics / flame and smoke properties
UL 94 Flame Rating V-0
Easy processing on industry-standard equipment and easy post-processing such as welding and fabrication
Extremely high purity for the most demanding applications
Extremely high electrochemical stability
Excellent abrasion resistance
High temperature rating: RTI 150º C

Custom Q&A

What are some advantages of PVDF tubing compared to other materials?

PVDF tubing is stronger and more abrasion resistant than other fluorinated materials like PTFE, FEP, and PFA. It also has excellent resistance to wear, thermal, age-weathering, UV and gamma radiation, and high purity properties.

What is the molecular structure of PVDF tubing similar to?

The molecular structure of PVDF tubing resembles polyethylene, with alternating pendant groups of CF2 and CH2.

What are some applications that utilize PVDF tubing?

PVDF tubing is commonly used in aerospace, fiber optic (furcation tubing), and semiconductor applications due to its flame resistance and good insulation properties.

What is the temperature range in which PVDF tubing can be used?

PVDF tubing has a use temperature range of -58°F to 302°F.

What are some attributes of PVDF tubing?

PVDF tubing has outstanding resistance to sunlight/UV exposure, tremendous chemical resistance, radiation resistance, excellent burn characteristics/flame and smoke properties, easy processing, high purity, high electrochemical stability, excellent abrasion resistance, and a high temperature rating.

What is the flame rating of PVDF tubing?

PVDF tubing has a UL 94 Flame Rating V-0, indicating excellent flame resistance.

What is the significance of PVDF tubing's low extractable levels?

PVDF tubing has low extractable levels, meaning it releases very few substances when in contact with chemicals or solvents, making it suitable for critical applications.

What are some properties of PVDF tubing that make it useful for many critical applications?

PVDF tubing has high mechanical strength, excellent abrasion resistance, low coefficient of friction, an anti stick surface, low refractive index, and it is available in long continuous lengths.

What is PVDF tubing's resistance to chemicals and solvents?

PVDF tubing has good resistance to many chemicals and solvents, making it suitable for applications requiring chemical resistance with low permeability.

What is the abbreviation for Polyvinylidene Fluoride?

The abbreviation for Polyvinylidene Fluoride is PVDF.

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