Introduction
PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) is a versatile, high-performance melt-processable fluoropolymer valued for its balance of chemical resistance, mechanical strength, UV stability, and inherent flame retardancy. Compared to PTFE, PVDF offers higher stiffness and abrasion resistance, making it ideal for demanding structural and fluid-handling applications.
As an integrated PVDF resin manufacturer and supplier of semi-finished products, Xiflon delivers high-quality PVDF rods and PVDF sheets to multiple industrial sectors.
Key Properties & Advantages
- Excellent Chemical Resistance — resists acids, bases, halogenated solvents, hydrocarbons, and halogens like chlorine and bromine.
- High Mechanical Strength & Stiffness — superior tensile strength, impact resistance, and rigidity compared with PTFE, FEP, or PFA.
- Outstanding UV & Weather Resistance — highly resistant to sunlight and outdoor exposure.
- Good Abrasion Resistance — better wear performance than most other fluoropolymers.
- Inherent Flame Retardancy — typically meets UL 94 V-0 without additives.
- Good Thermal Stability — continuous service temperature up to approximately +150°C.
- Piezoelectric & Pyroelectric Grades — available for specific sensor applications.
- Ease of Processing — melt-processable by extrusion and injection molding; excellent machinability and weldability.
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Xiflon PVDF Product Offering
PVDF Rods
Available in various diameters; easily machined into durable structural parts, valve components, seals, and insulators.
PVDF Sheets
Produced in standard thicknesses and sizes, ideal for tank liners, chemical-resistant work surfaces, machined panels, and piping system components.
PVDF Resin
High-quality grades suitable for extrusion, injection molding, and coating applications.
Primary Applications
Chemical Processing Industry (CPI)
- Piping systems, valve bodies and liners, pump housings, flanges, fittings, and tank linings handling corrosive fluids.
Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Components for wet process equipment, chemical delivery, and ultrapure water (UPW) systems.
Construction & Architecture
- Durable weather-resistant parts; PVDF coatings widely used for architectural metal panels.
Oil & Gas
- Components exposed to harsh chemical and environmental conditions.
Water Treatment
- Piping, valves, and membranes resistant to ozone, chlorine, and treatment chemicals.
Electronics
- Insulators and parts requiring strong dielectric properties and flame retardancy.
Quality, Compliance & Sourcing
- ISO 9001 certified manufacturing for resin and semi-finished products.
- RoHS and REACH compliant materials.
- UL 94 V-0 rated grades available.
- Options suitable for food contact (FDA) and drinking water applications.
- Consistent quality control from resin to finished PVDF rods and PVDF sheets.
The global PVDF market includes leading brands such as Arkema (Kynar®) and Solvay (Solef®), along with key Asian producers including Xiflon.
Why Choose Xiflon
- Integrated Production — in-house manufacturing of resin and semi-finished shapes ensures full quality control and supply reliability.
- Competitive Value — high-quality PVDF meeting European standards with globally optimized pricing.
- Technical Support — expert guidance for selecting the right PVDF grade and product format for each industrial process.
Conclusion
PVDF stands out as a robust, versatile fluoropolymer offering an exceptional combination of mechanical strength, broad chemical resistance, UV stability, and processability. From precision-machined PVDF rods for valve components to PVDF sheets used in tank lining and CPI systems, Xiflon provides ISO 9001 certified materials backed by global technical support.
