High-Performance Soft PTFE Sheet (Multi-directional Expanded ePTFE)
Tianjin China Rubber Co., Ltd. is a specialized manufacturer of soft PTFE sheet, also known as multi-directional expanded PTFE (ePTFE) plate. Unlike standard rigid PTFE, our soft PTFE sheet undergoes a proprietary expansion process that creates a unique, highly fibrillated microstructure. This results in a versatile sealing material that combines the chemical inertness of virgin PTFE with incredible conformability and mechanical strength.
The "Soft" Advantage: Why ePTFE?
- Exceptional Compressibility: Our soft PTFE sheet can easily fill the voids and irregularities of damaged or pitted flange surfaces, ensuring a bubble-tight seal even with low bolt torque.
- Superior Creep Resistance: Standard PTFE can "cold flow" or squeeze out under pressure. Our expanded soft PTFE sheet features a multi-directional fibrous structure that locks the material in place, significantly reducing thickness loss over time.
- Universal Chemical Resistance: Safe for use across the entire PH range, making it the "go-to" solution for aggressive acids, alkalis, and solvents in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Product Technical Specifications
- Standard Specifications:
- 1.5m x 4.5m / 1.5m x 1.5m
- Thickness: Up to 8mm
- Specific Gravity: 0.8g/cm³ ~ 0.85g/cm³
- Operating Temperature: -200℃ ~ +280℃
Typical Applications
- 1. Extremely soft and highly compressible (can compress >60–70% under moderate load)
- 2. Excellent recovery and low creep under fluctuating temperature and pressure
- 3. Outstanding resistance to all chemicals except molten alkali metals and elemental fluorine
- 4. Low surface friction and non-stick surface
- 5. Easy to cut with scissors, knife, or plotter — no specialized tools required
At XDPTFE, we don't just provide the material; we provide the solution. We offer precision custom cut gaskets from our soft PTFE sheet stock to match your specific dimensions. Contact us for a technical consultation, material samples.
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