Description:
PTFE envelope gaskets are widely used in ISO tank containers due to their unique properties. Here are their advantages and disadvantages:
Advantages:
1. **Chemical resistance**
- PTFE can resist almost all chemicals and is suitable for corrosive environments such as strong acids, strong alkalis and organic solvents.
2. **Temperature resistance**
- It can remain stable in a wide temperature range of -200°C to +260°C, suitable for extreme temperature conditions.
3. **Low friction coefficient**
- Smooth surface, low friction coefficient, reduced wear and extended service life.
4. **Non-stickiness**
- The surface is non-sticky, easy to clean, and prevents material adhesion.
5. **Good sealing performance**
- Good elasticity, can effectively seal and prevent leakage.
6. **Electrical insulation**
- Excellent electrical insulation performance, suitable for electrical applications.
Disadvantages:
1. **Low mechanical strength**
- Poor mechanical strength, prone to cold flow and creep, not suitable for high-pressure environments.
2. **Poor wear resistance**
- Poor wear resistance, easy to wear, especially in high pressure or high speed movement occasions.
3. **High cost**
- Compared with other materials, PTFE is more expensive.
4. **Difficult processing**
- Complex processing, requiring special equipment and processes.
5. **High thermal expansion coefficient**
- Large thermal expansion coefficient, poor dimensional stability when temperature changes.
6. **Not suitable for radiation environment**
- Easy to degrade and performance degraded in radiation environment.
### Summary:
PTFE envelope gaskets have excellent chemical resistance, temperature resistance and sealing, but low mechanical strength, poor wear resistance and high cost. When choosing, you need to weigh it according to the specific application scenario.