Virgin PTFE film, sheet, rod and tube
KOLOFOL supplies virgin PTFE semi-finished products for industrial applications: film, rolls, sheets, rods, tubes, thin-wall tubing, etched PTFE and specialty grades. Standard sizes, custom cutting and special material sourcing are available.
Why PTFE?
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a highly chemical-resistant, low-friction, non-stick fluoropolymer suitable for a wide temperature range. It also provides good electrical insulation, UV resistance and very low water absorption.
-190 °C – +260 °C
Wide general service-temperature range; exact limits depend on the product grade and application.
Chemical resistance
Excellent resistance to many aggressive chemicals and industrial media.
Low friction
Non-stick surface and low coefficient of friction for sliding and guide components.
Electrical insulation
Favourable dielectric properties for electrical and electronic applications.
UV and weather resistant
Very low water absorption and excellent ageing resistance.
Specialty grades
Etched, antistatic, filled, expanded and custom-machined PTFE solutions.
PTFE semi-finished products and specialty grades
In addition to KOLOFOL’s current range, a wider selection of PTFE and fluoropolymer products can be sourced. Available dimensions vary by product.
PTFE film and rolls
Skived virgin PTFE film in rolls, cut-to-size and custom widths, also available with adhesive backing.
PTFE sheet
Skived and moulded sheets in thin and heavy-gauge versions.
PTFE rod
Extruded and moulded rods for machining, cut to size or ground to diameter.
PTFE tube and tubing
Extruded, moulded, thin-wall, smooth and convoluted versions.
Etched PTFE
PTFE film and sheet surface-treated on one or both sides for bonding or laminating. Etching modifies the surface to improve bondability.
ePTFE
Expanded PTFE sheets and sealing tapes for static sealing applications.
Filled and antistatic PTFE
PTFE GF25 (25% glass fibre), PTFE CG25 (carbon/graphite, ESD), plus bronze-, graphite- and other filled grades.
Finished components
Gaskets, bushes, rings and other machined PTFE components made from drawings or samples.
FEP, PFA and other fluoropolymers
FEP and PFA films, tubes, heat-shrink tubing and specialty products.
Virgin PTFE film
KOLOFOL’s current range includes widths from 15 to 1200 mm in 10–30 metre rolls, most of which can also be purchased by the linear metre. Thicknesses: 0.065 / 0.08 / 0.10 / 0.13 / 0.25 / 0.50 / 0.80 mm. A wider range can also be sourced.
- Standard widths: 1000–1200 mm
- Standard thicknesses: 0.08 / 0.10 / 0.13 / 0.25 / 0.50 / 0.80 mm
- Manufacturer widths from approximately 5 to 1200 mm
- Etched on one or both sides
- Perforated PTFE film
- Custom cutting to size
Adhesive-backed virgin PTFE film
Virgin PTFE film is also available with an adhesive backing. The low-friction, non-stick PTFE surface is combined with an adhesive layer on the reverse, allowing the film to be easily applied to different surfaces.
- Virgin PTFE film with adhesive backing
- Non-stick, low-friction surface
- For sliding and release surfaces
- For lining machinery, guide rails and industrial surfaces
- Rolls and cut-to-size formats
- Custom widths and dimensions on request
PTFE sheets
Virgin PTFE sheets for mechanical engineering, chemical processing, food-industry, electrical and sealing applications.
- Typical manufacturer thickness range: 0.5–150 mm
- Common sizes: 600×600, 1000×1000, 1200×1200, 1500×1500 and 1000×2000 mm
- Custom dimensions subject to manufacturing availability
- Sheet etched on one or both sides
- Antistatic PTFE sheet
- Filled PTFE grades
PTFE rod, tube and tubing
Extruded and moulded PTFE rods, tubes and tubing in standard or custom dimensions for machining, insulation and fluid handling.
- Extruded rods: typically Ø5–200 mm
- Moulded rods: approximately Ø150–300 mm depending on manufacturer
- 1–3 metre rods or custom-cut lengths, depending on diameter
- Extruded and moulded PTFE tubes
- Thin-wall PTFE tubing
- Smooth, convoluted and antistatic PTFE tubing available by special sourcing
- Thin-wall tubing in metric, imperial and AWG size ranges
- Coloured or stripe-marked PTFE tubing on request
- PTFE liners, insulating tubing and high-pressure hose solutions available by special sourcing
Etched, filled and expanded PTFE
In addition to virgin PTFE, specialty grades matched to application requirements can also be sourced.
Etched PTFE
One- or two-sided surface treatment for bonding and laminating.
PTFE GF25
PTFE reinforced with 25% glass fibre. Compared with unfilled PTFE it offers higher stiffness, improved dimensional stability and reduced creep.
PTFE CG25 / ESD
Black PTFE containing carbon and graphite. An antistatic, electrically non-insulating grade with improved wear and sliding properties.
Carbon and graphite
PTFE compounds for specific friction, wear or electrical requirements.
Bronze and other fillers
Bronze, molybdenum disulphide and other fillers for mechanical applications.
ePTFE sheet
Expanded PTFE sheet for sealing applications.
ePTFE sealing tape
Soft, flexible sealing tape; available with or without adhesive backing.
Porous PTFE
For filtration, venting and specialised industrial applications.
Adhesive-backed PTFE film tape
Smooth virgin PTFE film with adhesive backing for tight curves and non-stick linings.
PTFE sealing and thread-seal tape
Low-, medium- and high-density PTFE tapes for sealing applications, in multiple widths and thicknesses.
PTFE heat-shrink tubing
Chemical-resistant, electrically insulating heat-shrink tubing; standard 2:1 and 4:1 shrink ratios can also be sourced.
PTFE liner and insulating tubing
Smooth PTFE guide and insulating tubing for cable, wire and specialised mechanical applications.
FEP, PFA and other fluoropolymers
Alongside PTFE, other fluoropolymer semi-finished products can be sourced for specialised industrial applications.
FEP
Transparent thermoplastic fluoropolymer film, tube, tubing and heat-shrink products for specialised industrial applications.
PFA
High-purity, chemical-resistant fluoropolymer with good heat resistance. Thin-wall tubes, tubing and other semi-finished forms can also be sourced.
MFA
Melt-processable fluoropolymer similar to FEP, with a very smooth surface, good chemical resistance and high light transmission; sourced on request.
Heat-shrink tubing
PTFE, FEP and combined PTFE/FEP heat-shrink tubing, including specialised micro-thin-wall PTFE versions.
Convoluted fluoropolymer tubing
Convoluted PTFE, FEP, PFA, MFA, ETFE and PVDF tubing for applications requiring greater flexibility.
Other fluoropolymers
ETFE, PCTFE, PVDF and other engineering fluoropolymer semi-finished products on request.
Custom material sourcing
For non-standard dimensions or special grades, we source solutions through our European supplier network.
Cutting to size and custom component manufacturing
PTFE semi-finished products can be cut or machined into the dimensions or finished components required for your application.
Cutting to size
Custom cutting of film, sheet, rod and tube.
CNC machining
Bushes, rings, guides and other PTFE components manufactured from drawings.
Gasket manufacturing
PTFE and ePTFE gaskets, flange gaskets and other custom sealing components in standard or bespoke geometries.
Etching
Sourcing of PTFE etched on one or both sides.
Material selection
Selection of virgin, filled, antistatic or expanded grades.
Samples and drawings
We can also quote from an existing sample, technical drawing or application parameters.
Other engineering plastics
In addition to PTFE and other fluoropolymers, we can source and machine other engineering plastic semi-finished products as sheet, rod and custom components, matched to the technical requirements of the application.
POM – acetal
A stiff, dimensionally stable and readily machinable engineering plastic. Its low friction and good wear resistance make it suitable for gears, bushes, guides and precision machine components.
PA – polyamide
A tough material with high mechanical strength and good wear resistance. Commonly used for rollers, wheels, guides, bearing and machine components; PA6, PA66 and cast PA6 grades can be sourced.
PE-UHMW / PE1000
Polyethylene with excellent wear resistance, low friction and high impact resistance. Ideal for sliding surfaces, guide rails, linings and material-handling components.
PET
A rigid, dimensionally stable and readily machinable engineering polyester. Its low moisture absorption and good wear properties suit precision machine components, rollers and guides.
PEEK
A high-performance engineering plastic for elevated temperatures and demanding mechanical loads. Its excellent chemical and wear resistance suit demanding mechanical, electronic and process applications.
Other engineering plastics
PP, PE-HD, PVC, PC, PMMA, PVDF, PPS, PEI, PSU, PES and other engineering plastics can also be sourced on request. We help select the appropriate material and semi-finished form for the application.
For non-standard materials or special requirements, we also provide custom material sourcing.
Full engineering plastics rangeFrequently asked questions
What is virgin PTFE?
Virgin PTFE is unfilled PTFE material characterised by excellent chemical resistance, low friction and favourable electrical insulation properties.
What temperature range can virgin PTFE be used in?
The typical general service range of virgin PTFE is approximately -190 °C to +260 °C. Exact limits should be verified for the specific product and application.
Why is PTFE etched before bonding?
PTFE has very low surface energy and is therefore difficult to bond. Surface treatment improves adhesive bonding.
What is the difference between skived and moulded PTFE sheet?
Skived sheet is peeled from a PTFE billet and is therefore suitable for thinner sheets and films. Moulded sheet is common at greater thicknesses.
Is filled or antistatic PTFE available?
Yes. Glass-filled, carbon-filled, graphite-filled, bronze-filled and other modified grades, as well as antistatic PTFE, can be sourced.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide material grade, product form, thickness or diameter, width and length, quantity, required certificates and a short description of the application.
Request a quotation for PTFE products
Send us the required material grade, dimensions and quantity, or describe the application. We can help select the appropriate virgin, etched, filled or expanded PTFE and related fluoropolymer product.
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