{"product_id":"clear-pfa-metric-tubing","title":"High-Performance Clear PFA Metric Tubing for High Temperature Applications - Excellent Chemical Resistance and Flexibility","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePFA (Perfluoralkoxy) is a high-performance tubing material developed for applications requiring high temperature resistance, capable of withstanding working temperatures up to +260°C while remaining melt-processable. This material exhibits outstanding crack and stress resistance, along with a low coefficient of friction, making it an ideal choice for various industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePFA shares similar physical and chemical properties with PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), boasting a flex life that is ten times greater and lower permeation rates. With a lower melt viscosity than PTFE, PFA can be effectively injected, compressed, and transfer molded. It holds the distinction of having one of the highest working temperatures among fluoropolymers, providing excellent resistance to harsh environmental conditions, electrical insulation, and protection against heat, chemicals, and solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tubing is extensively used in high purity applications, including medical tubing, heat exchangers, semiconductor baskets, pumps and fittings, and as valve liners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa; border-bottom:2px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:12px; text-align:left; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:12px; text-align:left; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003ePFA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eMetric Tubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eDensity (g\/cm³)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e2.12-2.17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eWater absorption (%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e0.03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eYield stress (MPa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eElongation at break (%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eShore hardness (scale D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e60-65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eTensile modulus of elasticity (MPa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e600-800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eMelting temperature (°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e300-310\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003eThermal conductivity (W\/(m*K))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e0.22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedical tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat exchangers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemiconductor baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePumps and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eValve liners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is PFA tubing used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePFA tubing is primarily used in applications that require high purity, excellent chemical resistance, and the ability to withstand high temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the advantages of using PFA over PTFE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePFA offers a longer flex life, lower permeation, and is easier to process compared to PTFE, making it suitable for more demanding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan PFA tubing be molded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, PFA can be injected, compressed, and transfer molded due to its lower melt viscosity compared to PTFE.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plastock","offers":[{"title":"2.6 \/ 2.2 \/ 20","offer_id":56199681638780,"sku":"PLT_PLC2169","price":129.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 \/ 2 \/ 20","offer_id":56199681671548,"sku":"PLT_PLC2170","price":200.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.7 \/ 2.8 \/ 20","offer_id":56199681704316,"sku":"PLT_PLC2171","price":149.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 \/ 3 \/ 15","offer_id":56199681737084,"sku":"PLT_PLC2172","price":200.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 \/ 4 \/ 15","offer_id":56199681769852,"sku":"PLT_PLC2173","price":332.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 \/ 6 \/ 10","offer_id":56199681802620,"sku":"PLT_PLC2174","price":343.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 \/ 8 \/ 5","offer_id":56199681835388,"sku":"PLT_PLC2175","price":267.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 \/ 10 \/ 5","offer_id":56199681868156,"sku":"PLT_PLC2176","price":357.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9262\/2987\/files\/8ff5a0a6f1288d9ca32dc03a323a2282.png?v=1767777237","url":"https:\/\/plasticsco.co.uk\/products\/clear-pfa-metric-tubing","provider":"Plastics Co Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}