Background
The development of PTFE was a significant breakthrough in polymer sciences. The special processing requirements of PTFE led researchers to develop a melt processable version of PTFE - resulting in FEP. This new resin was compatible with existing processing methods and equipment. Melt processability also allowed for long continuous extrusions of FEP in applications such as wire and cable.

While similar to PTFE, FEP has some distinct differences. It has a slightly higher coefficient of friction, lower continuous service temperature, and is more transparent than PTFE. FEP also has better gas and vapor permeability properties and excellent UV transmission ratings.

Zeus offers a wide range of standard size products and precision custom FEP tubing.

Key Properties

	Excellent transmission of ultraviolet rays
	Lower gas and vapor permeability than most plastics
	Low absorption of solvents (less than 1%)
	Increased translucence compared to PTFE
	Gamma, ETO, e-beam and autoclave sterilizable
	Low extractable
	Excellent Dielectric Insulation Properties

Additional Properties

	Excellent Dielectric Insulation Properties
	Melt weldable and thermoformable
	Maximum working temperature 400° F (204° C)
	Easy to clean
	Biocompatible - USP Class VI approved
	Chemically resistant
	Unaffected by weather, extreme heat, or cold temperatures
	Flame Rating: UL 94 VO (VW-1 rated)
	Limiting oxygen index greater than 95

Zeus Capabilities

	Etching available for bonding
	Tight tolerance extrusions
	Available in tubing, special profile, heat shrink and other configurations
	Fillers available: Radio-opaque (Bismuth and Barium) Glass Carbon Pigment And more

Extruded Forms

	Tubing
	Lay-Flat tubing
	Special profiles
	Heat shrink
	Monofilament
	Multi-lumen

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