Overview
PTFE is a unique polymer that is processed very differently than other polymer plastics. Following a brief history of PTFE, this presentation will describe in detail the chemical structure of PTFE and how to process the material via extrusion. In addition, attendees will explore electrospinning of PTFE nanofiber as a way to make novel products. Applications for PTFE will be covered in markets such as wire and cable insulation, medical device design, fiber optics, and chemical fluid transport.
Key Takeaways
- Understand why the chemical structure of PTFE benefits users who require superior chemical resistance, heat resistance, and lubricity
- Learn how PTFE can be extruded and expanded to create products with entirely different properties such as high flexibility, porosity, and almost unlimited flex life
- Discover how PTFE can be produced via electrospinning, making a new material with high surface area for applications in medical and industrial markets
Speakers
Material scientist Irina Roof specializes in material and process development, directing implementation in a variety of industries from medical to aerospace and automotive. She earned her PhD in Inorganic Materials Chemistry from the University of South Carolina.
