Ensikem®
PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride)
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Polyvinylidene fluoride, or PVDF, is a fluorinated thermoplastic resin which has outstanding resistance to most mineral and organic acids, aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, alchohols, halogenated solvents, and oxidizing environments. It also has outstanding aging resistance, with its properties remaining constant after many years of continuous use

Superior chemical resistance
(PVDF has a high chemical resistance to strong acids, aliphatics, and aromatics, and to numerous mineral and organic compounds.)
Remarkable fire resistant properties
(In the Underwriters' test, PVDF was given the highest classification (V-O), indicating that it was non-flammable and self-extinguishing.)
UV and gamma radiation stability
ENSIKEM is FDA Compliant
Absolutely non-toxic
(PVDF can be used in repeated contact with food products. Its surface, like glass, is unfavorable to the proliferation of microorganisms.)
Good mechanical properties in tension as well as in deflection, torsion, and compression compared to other fluorinated polymers
Does not swell or alter in a wet environment
Uses standard machining and welding techniques

ENSIKEM's excellent chemical and physical properties and the ease with which it can be processed make it especially suitable for components in the chemical, petrochemical, hydrometallugical, pharmeeutical, food, nuclear, and paper and pulp industries, as well as the semiconductor processing industry.

ENSIKEM - Ensinger Industries, Inc.

MATERIAL AVAILABILITY
Rods: Diameters: 1/4 inch to 9 inches Length: 10 feet
Plates: 1/4" to 3-1/2" thickness inclusive are 24 x 48 inches 2-1/4" to 4" thickness inclusive are 12 x 48 inches

Profiles, tubes, and special sizes are custom-produced on request.