polyvinylidene fluoride
polymerPolyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic fluoropolymer valued for exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical toughness across a broad temperature range. It is widely employed in chemical processing, oil and gas, water treatment, and semiconductor manufacturing where exposure to corrosive fluids, UV radiation, and elevated temperatures demands a polymer that outperforms standard plastics. Engineers select PVDF over conventional polymers when resistance to aggressive solvents, halogens, and strong acids is critical, or when long-term outdoor durability and low creep are required; its piezoelectric properties also make it attractive for sensor and actuator applications.
Chemical process piping and fittingsLithium-ion battery componentsArchitectural coatings and membranesWater treatment membranesPiezoelectric sensors and actuatorsOil and gas subsea equipment
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Elongation at Break(εf) | — | - | — | — | |
Flexural Strength (MOR)(σf) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Hardness (Vickers)(HV) | — | HV | — | — | |
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | °F | — | — | |
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm) | — | °F | — | — | |
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | — | °F | — | — | |
Thermal Conductivity(k) | — | BTU/(hr·ft·°F) | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Refractive Index(n) | — | - | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Safety & Biocompatibility
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.