Fluon+™ TL-368
- CAS Number
- 9002-84-0
- EC Number
- 618-337-2
- Chemical Name
- Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
- Chemical Family
- Fluoropolymers
AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. Fluon+™ TL-368 is a white PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) micro-powder that is suitable for compounding in rubber and plastics. The particles of this product are of intermediate hardness, permitting mixing without further breakdown. The slight fibrous nature of Fluon+™ TL-368 will give greater viscosity in fluids. This product is suitable for use in food contact applications.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Solid
Identification
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Improved Hardness
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Binder & Resin
Product families
Applications
- Equipment & Parts
Product Families
- Functional Additives
- Processing Aids
- Processing Aids
- Other Resins & Binders
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Fluon+
- Features
Food Contact Acceptable, High Viscosity, Improved Hardness
- Synonyms
Fluon, Perfluoroethylene polymer, Poly(ethylene tetrafluoride), Polyperfluoroethylene, Polytetrafluoroethene, Polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE, Teflon, Tetrafluoroethene homopolymer, Tetrafluoroethene polymer, Tetrafluoroethylene homopolymer, Tetrafluoroethylene polymer, Tetrafluoroethylene resin
- Functions
Binder & Resin, Lubricant (External), Lubricant (Internal)
- Labeling Claims
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Markets
- Industrial
- Storage
The powder is contained within two polythene liners, individually sealed. Kegs of TL-368 should be stored in cool, dry condiions prior to use.
- PACKAGING
TL-368 is supplied in 25 kg laminated fiber board kegs.
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Elastomers
- Plastics
- Particle Type
Irregular shape, intermediate hardness, slightly fibrous
- Packaging Type
- Drums
- Material Features
- Food Contact Acceptable
- High Viscosity
- Handling Precautions
Heating Fluon® and Fluon+™ products in excess of 750°F (399°C) can produce toxic fumes. It is, therefore, necessary to provide local exhaust ventilation in areas where Fluon® products are exposed to high temperatures. Avoid breathing fumes or contaminating smoking tobacco with fumes, powder, or dust.. Thermal decomposition of this product will generate hydrogen fluoride, which is corrosive. Corrosion resistance materials are required for prolonged contact with molten resin.
- Safe Use and Handling
- A summary of the hazards, as defined by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 for this product are:
- Physical hazards
- None
- Health hazards
- None
- Particle Smear Sensitivity
- Minimal size upon mixing
- Certifications and Compliance
- FDA 21 CFR 175.300
- FDA 21 CFR 177.1550
- FDA Compliant
- Application Areas
- Primary Usage
- Thermoplastics
- Coatings
- Secondary Usage
- Elastomers
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Industrial Parts
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Lubricant (External)
- Lubricant (Internal)
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Elastomers & Rubbers
- Plastics
Technical data
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12 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk Density | 435 | — | ASTM D-4894 |
| FDA Compliance | CFR 175.300, CFR 177.1550 | — | CFR Number |
| Melting Point | 628 (331) | ºF (ºC) | ASTM D-3417 |
| Moisture Content | max. 0.1 | % | ASTM D-4019 |
| Oil Absorption | 41 | lb oil /100 lb | ASTM D-1438 |
| Oil Penetrometer | NA | 1/10 mm | ASTM D-1403 |
| Particle Size | 12 | microns | Hegman ASTM D-1210 |
| Particle Size – Low Shear (Average) | 40 | μm | Laser Diffraction |
| Particle Size – Low Shear (D10) | 13 | μm | — |
| Particle Size – Low Shear (D90) | 95 | μm | — |
| Surface Area | 2.5 | m²/g | AGC Chemicals Americas |
| Volatile Content | 0.08 | % | AGC Chemicals Americas |
