Introduction
PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) is a versatile, high-performance melt-processable fluoropolymer valued for its excellent balance of chemical resistance, high mechanical strength, UV stability, and inherent flame retardancy. Unlike PTFE, PVDF offers greater stiffness and abrasion resistance, making it suitable for demanding structural and fluid-handling applications where durability is key. As an integrated PVDF resin manufacturer and supplier of semi-finished products, Xiflon delivers high-quality PVDF rods and PVDF sheets for various industrial sectors.
Key Properties & Advantages of PVDF
- Excellent Chemical Resistance: Resists a broad range of aggressive chemicals, including acids, bases, halogenated solvents, and hydrocarbons. Particularly known for resistance to halogens like chlorine and bromine.
- High Mechanical Strength & Stiffness: Offers superior tensile strength, impact resistance, and rigidity compared to PTFE, FEP, or PFA.
- Outstanding UV & Weather Resistance: Highly resistant to degradation from sunlight exposure, making it ideal for outdoor applications like architectural coatings and components.
- Good Abrasion Resistance: Provides better wear resistance than many other fluoropolymers.
- Inherent Flame Retardancy: Typically meets UL 94 V-0 ratings without additives.
- Good Thermal Stability: Suitable for continuous use up to approximately +150°C.
- Piezoelectric Properties: Certain grades exhibit piezoelectric and pyroelectric effects, useful in sensor applications (though less relevant for standard rods/sheets).
- Ease of Processing: Readily melt-processable via extrusion and injection molding; machinable and weldable.
Xiflon’s PVDF Product Offering
Leveraging our in-house PVDF resin production, we supply:
- PVDF Rods: Available in various diameters, offering excellent machinability for creating durable structural parts, valve components, seals, and insulators.
- PVDF Sheets: Produced in standard thicknesses and sizes, ideal for fabricating tank liners, chemical-resistant work surfaces, machined parts, and components for piping systems.
- PVDF Resin: High-quality grades suitable for extrusion, injection molding, and coating applications.
Primary Applications for PVDF Rods & Sheets
- Chemical Processing Industry (CPI): Piping systems, valve components (bodies, balls, liners), pump housings, flanges, fittings, and tank liners handling corrosive fluids.
- Semiconductor Manufacturing: Components for wet processing equipment, chemical delivery systems, and UPW (Ultrapure Water) applications requiring high purity and chemical resistance.
- Construction & Architecture: Durable, weather-resistant components; PVDF coatings (based on resin) are widely used for architectural metal panels.
- Oil & Gas: Components resistant to harsh chemicals and environmental conditions.
- Water Treatment: Piping, valves, and membranes resistant to treatment chemicals like ozone and chlorine.
- Electronics: Insulation components, parts requiring good dielectric properties and flame retardancy.
Quality, Compliance & Sourcing
Xiflon ensures high standards for its PVDF products:
- ISO 9001 certified manufacturing for resin and semi-finished products.
- RoHS and REACH compliance.
- UL 94 V-0 rated materials.
- Grades suitable for food contact (FDA) or drinking water contact available.
- Consistent quality control from resin production to finished PVDF rods and PVDF sheets.
The global PVDF market includes major established players like Arkema (Kynar® PVDF) and Solvay (Solef® PVDF), alongside significant manufacturers based in Asia, including Xiflon and others. Xiflon differentiates itself by:
- Integrated Production: Manufacturing both PVDF resin and semi-finished shapes ensures quality control and supply chain reliability.
- Competitive Value: Offering high-quality PVDF meeting European standards with competitive pricing derived from efficient global operations.
- Technical Support: Providing assistance in selecting the correct PVDF grade and product format.
Conclusion
PVDF stands out as a robust and versatile fluoropolymer, offering an exceptional combination of mechanical strength, broad chemical resistance, excellent UV stability, and ease of processing. From durable PVDF rods for machined valve parts to large PVDF sheets for tank lining and chemical processing equipment, this material delivers reliable performance in demanding environments. As an integrated PVDF resin manufacturer and supplier of semi-finished products, Xiflon provides high-quality, compliant PVDF rods and sheets backed by ISO 9001 certification and global technical support. Contact Xiflon to source high-performance PVDF materials for your industrial applications.
