Product Introduction
FEP Thermoplastic Resin (F46) is a melt-processable fluoropolymer combining excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance, and outstanding electrical insulation. Available in pellets, powder, and dispersion forms, it enables flexible processing solutions for wire insulation, chemical equipment, and advanced energy applications.
Product Overview – FEP Thermoplastic Resin
FEP Thermoplastic Resin, also known as F46, is a fully fluorinated copolymer of tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) and hexafluoropropylene (HFP). It delivers PTFE-like performance while offering true thermoplastic processability, allowing extrusion, injection molding, compression molding, coating, and lining processes using conventional equipment.
Detailed Product Description
FEP Thermoplastic Resin is engineered for industrial environments where extreme temperatures, aggressive chemicals, and electrical reliability are critical. Compared with many conventional plastics, FEP exhibits exceptional molecular stability due to its fully fluorinated backbone, which explains its superior resistance to heat, chemicals, and aging.
Material Features
Continuous operating temperature range from –85°C to 200°C
Short-term resistance to extreme conditions between –200°C and +260°C
Excellent low-temperature flexibility, remaining tough even near –250°C
Outstanding resistance to acids, alkalis, solvents, and oxidizing chemicals
Low dielectric constant and high dielectric strength
Smooth surface with low friction and non-stick characteristics
PEP Series Products Specification Table
1. FEP Pellet Products
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Product Category |
Product Grade |
Core Performance Indicators |
Applicable Scenarios |
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FEP Pellet |
HD921 |
MFR: 2.1-5.0 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥26 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥320% |
Specialized for wire insulation layers and thin-walled tube manufacturing |
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HD922 |
MFR: 0.8-2.0 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥28 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥300% |
Multi-purpose application in heat shrinkable tubes, wire insulation, cable sheathing, pump valve linings and thin film production |
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HD925 |
MFR: 6-8 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥24 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥300% |
Extrusion-processable popular resin, ideal for wire insulation, tubes, films and high-performance demand fields like automotive cables |
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HD926 |
MFR: 8-12 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥22 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥300% |
Extrusion-molded product, suitable for wire insulation layers, various tubes and film fabrication |
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HD928A |
MFR: 16-20 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥20 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥300% |
High-speed extrusion resin, mainly for small-caliber wire insulation materials; widely adopted in aviation and aerospace industries |
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HD928B |
MFR: 20-24 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥20 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥280% |
High-speed extrusion applicable, suitable for wire insulation and related electronic component packaging |
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HD928C |
MFR: 24-28 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥20 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥260% |
High-flow extrusion resin, applicable to mass production of wire insulation materials |
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HD928D |
MFR: Above 28 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥20 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥260% |
Ultra-high-speed extrusion grade, suitable for efficient production of wire and cable insulation parts |
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HD928F |
MFR: 28-40 g/10min; Tensile Strength: ≥21 Mpa; Elongation at Break: ≥320% |
High-flow high-ductility extrusion resin, ideal for high-efficiency manufacturing of wire insulation and thin-walled products |
2. FEP Powder Products
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Product Category |
Product Grade |
Core Performance Indicators |
Applicable Scenarios |
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FEP Powder |
HD924 |
MFR: ＞0.1 g/10min; Average Particle Size: 10-50 μm |
Mainly used for pump valve lining processing and electrostatic spraying engineering |
3. FEP Dispersion Products
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Product Category |
Product Grade |
Core Performance Indicators |
Applicable Scenarios |
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FEP Dispersion |
HD923A |
MFR: 0.8-5 g/10min; Solid Content: 50±2%; Surfactant Concentration: 5±1 wt%; PH Value: 7.0-9.0 |
Specialized for coating processing and impregnation treatment of various materials |
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HD923B |
MFR: 5.1-10 g/10min; Solid Content: 50±2%; Surfactant Concentration: 5±1 wt%; PH Value: 8.0-10.0 |
Widely used in industrial coating and material impregnation applications requiring medium fluidity |
Note: All FEP products above comply with industrial quality standards, with stable performance and reliable quality. For customized requirements or technical consultation, please contact our professional team
Processing Forms and Advantages
To meet diverse manufacturing requirements, FEP Thermoplastic Resin is supplied in three processing forms:
FEP Pellets: Designed for extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding. Different melt flow rates allow precise control over processing speed, surface quality, and mechanical strength.
FEP Powder: Optimized for electrostatic spraying and lining processes, forming uniform and corrosion-resistant coatings inside pumps, valves, and chemical equipment.
FEP Dispersion: Suitable for coating, impregnation, and sintering, enabling thin, defect-free fluoropolymer layers on complex substrates.
This flexibility significantly reduces fabrication complexity compared with non-melt-processable fluoropolymers.
Benefits to Buyers
For wire and cable manufacturers, FEP ensures stable electrical performance and long service life under high temperature and high-frequency conditions. In chemical processing systems, FEP-lined components protect equipment from corrosion while minimizing maintenance costs. In advanced sectors such as lithium batteries, fuel cells, water electrolysis, and water treatment, FEP contributes to higher system reliability and operational safety.
Technical Credibility and Evidence
Demonstrated mechanical strength with tensile performance exceeding 20 MPa, depending on grade
Proven long-term stability under continuous thermal aging tests
Widely adopted in aerospace wiring, chemical pipelines, and energy systems where material failure is not acceptable
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