Fluoropolymer Cables for Extreme Requirements
Fluoropolymers, such as ETFE, FEP and PFA, are among the most durable insulating materials used in cable technology. They offer exceptional heat resistance, excellent chemical durability and outstanding electrical insulation properties. These characteristics make fluoropolymer cables the ideal solution for demanding applications in industrial environments, medical technology and automation, and wherever conventional cables reach their limits.
Different types of fluoropolymer are used depending on the application, each offering specific advantages in terms of temperature range, flexibility, and resistance to aggressive media. The following section presents the key properties and typical areas of application for ETFE, FEP and PFA cables in detail.
ETFE - Ethylentetrafluorethylen
ETFE has got excellent mechanical characteristics, an elevated hardness and tensile strength are combined with chemical resistance and electric and thermal characteristics of other fluoro-plastics with especially high demands as for example on:
Outstanding features and advantages of ETFE-Cables:
- high chemical and solvent resistance
- cold and heat resistance
- elevated tensile strength and pressure resistance
- good electric and insulation characteristics with low dielectric values almost independent on frequency
- operating temperature from approx. -90°C up to +135 °C
FEP - Fluorethylenpropylen
This material belongs to the fusible fluoroplastics and can be extruded. It has got a bigger friction coefficient and a lower permanent operating temperature than PTFE. FEP offers the following characteristics:
Outstanding features and advantages of FEP-Cables:
- excellent temperature resistance
- deep temperature flexibility
- very good resistance against oils and chemicals
- good electric insulating characteristics with almost frequency independent dielectric characteristics
- operating temperature from approx. -90°C up to +180°C
PFA - Perfluoralkoxy
This fluoropolymer material has got a good chemical resistance, a broad application temperature range as well as a very good resistance against ageing and weather conditions. Furthermore, it shows a low friction resistance and a good electrical insulation with especially high demands as for example on:
Outstanding features and advantages of PFA-Cables:
- high demands on chemical and solvent resistance
- high degree of resistance
- excellent temperature resistance and deep temperature flexibility
- good electrical insulation characteristics with low almost frequency independent dielectric characteristics
- operating temperature from approx. -90°C up to +250°C (short term +260°C)
High Temperature Cables with Fluoropolymer Insulation
Our high temperature cables are insulated with ETFE, PTFE, FEP, or PFA – fluoropolymers known for their exceptional resistance to heat and aggressive media. In certain applications, these types of cables are colloquially referred to as "Teflon Cables", although this is not a technical product designation. Rather, "Teflon Cable" is a commonly used generic term for cables with fluoropolymer insulation, typically employed in demanding industrial environments. (Note: Teflon® is a registered trademark of the Chemours Company and is used on this page solely for descriptive purposes regarding material characteristics.)
Due to their specific material properties, ETFE, FEP, and PFA cables are in high demand across various sectors - particularly in applications where extreme thermal, chemical, or electrical resistance is required.
Typical Examples of Applications for ETFE, FEP and PFA Cables
In addition to industrial uses, high temperature cables with fluoropolymer insulation are also used in medical technology – especially in areas where high purity, biocompatibility, or sterilizability is essential.
Manufacturer for PFA, FEP, and ETFE Cables
As an experienced manufacturer of high temperature-resistant cables, we offer custom-engineered solutions with PFA, FEP, or ETFE insulation – precisely tailored to your application and operational requirements. Whether you need a single core, data cable, or a custom-made special cable, we support you in selecting the right fluoropolymer and developing a reliable connection solution – even for the most demanding environments.
ETFE Cables Wires:
For high frequency, broadband and telecommunication technique, coaxial and micro wave technology. High data speed together with exact information transmission, chemical industry, furnace construction, brick works, heating devices, …
FEP Cables and Wires:
For ship building for example in machine rooms on ships or as connection cable for engine control, high frequency and broadband technique as well as telecommunication technique, coaxial and micro wave technology. High data speed together with exact information transmission, chemical industry, furnace construction, brick works, heating devices, …
PFA Cables and Wires:
high frequency, broadband and telecommunication technique, coaxial and micro wave technology. High data speed together with exact information transmission, chemical industry, furnace construction, brick works, heating devices, …
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