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Nonstick
Very few solid substances will permanently adhere to a Teflon® finish. And while tacky materials may show some adhesion, almost all substances release easily.
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Low coefficient of friction
The coefficient of friction of Teflon® is generally in the range of 0.05 to 0.20, depending on the load, sliding speed and particular Teflon® coating used.
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Nonwetting
Since surfaces coated with Teflon® are both oleophobic and hydrophobic, they are not readily wet. Cleanup is easier and more thorough-in many cases, surfaces are self-cleaning.
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Heat resistance
Teflon® industrial coatings can operate continuously at temperatures up to 290° C / 550° F and can be used for intermittent service up to 315° C / 600° F with adequate ventilation.
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Unique electrical properties
Over a wide range of frequencies, Teflon® has high dielectric strength, low dissipation factor and very high surface resistivity. By special techniques, it can even be made electroconductive enough to be used as an anti-static coating.
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Cryogenic stability
Many Teflon® industrial coatings withstand severe temperature extremes without loss of physical properties. Teflon® industrial may be considered for use at temperatures as low as -270° C / -454° F
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Chemical resistance
Teflon® is normally unaffected by chemical environments. The only chemicals known to affect all Teflon® industrial coatings are molten alkali metals and highly reactive fluorinating agents.
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