Laminates are reinforced PTFE, consisting of a PTFE film or plate on the one hand and a substrate on the other. The layers of material are firmly bonded to each other.
Possible substrates include fabrics, fibers, or knitted fabrics as well as films. They consist, for example, of glass, metal, ceramics, elastomers, or high-performance polymers.
The structure may comprise two or more layers, and constructions with up to 7 layers are not uncommon.
Essential Advantages:
Outstanding resistance to a wide range of chemicals
Very broad functional temperature range, only limited at the upper end by resistance of the adhesive used
Very good antiadhesive properties
Dimensional stability and resistance to stress cracking
No embrittlement, no ageing