TetrafluoroEthylene/perfluoroPropylene copolymers (FEP)

FEP stands for Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene. In general, it is an engineering polymer that is produced from the combination of two monomers, ethylene and tetrafluoroethylene. FEP has found wide applications in various industries due to its unique properties.

Structure and Properties of FEP

FEP is a copolymer made up of repeating units of ethylene and tetrafluoroethylene. The presence of fluorine atoms in the structure of this polymer gives it special properties.

Key properties of FEP include

Very high chemical resistance: FEP is resistant to a wide range of chemicals, acids, bases and solvents.
Excellent thermal resistance: FEP remains stable at very high and low temperatures.
Good electrical properties: FEP is an excellent electrical insulator.
UV resistance: FEP is resistant to UV radiation and does not lose its color.
Transparency: FEP is transparent and allows light to pass through.
Flexibility: FEP is flexible and is easily shaped.

FEP applications

Chemical industry: Production of protective coatings for tanks and pipes.
Electronics industry: Production of electrical insulation and protective coatings for wires and cables.
Medical industry: Production of medical equipment such as tubes and blood bags.
Aerospace industry: Production of parts that are exposed to very high or low temperatures.
Food industry: Production of non-stick coatings for kitchen utensils.
Construction industry: Production of roof membranes and building facades.