PTFE extruded tubing is the best material choice for high temperature & corrosive environments.
Because of its superior properties, it is widely used in general industrial applications such as in chemical, automotive, aerospace, electrical, medical and pharmaceutical. Some of its properties include:
- Lubricity
- Resistance to temperature and chemicals
- Precision tolerances
- Easy to clean
- Biocompatibility
M.M. Newman Corporation is a leading supplier of PTFE tubing and we are proud to offer it in a broad range of sizes and materials. Tubing is specified as light, thin, standard, and heavy-walled and has working temperature ranges from -450°F to 500°F. Standard- and thin-walled tubing is well-suited as electrical insulation to protect wires and cables in harsh working environments. Tubing can be made from PTFE, FEP, or PFA and the choice is dependent on the degree of flexibility required of the application.
PTFE tubing has the lowest coefficient of friction of any polymer, provides excellent dielectric strength, and is easy to clean.
Our ability to quickly and cost-effectively fulfill PTFE extruded tubing orders to customers’ exact specifications sets us apart from others in the industry. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, our commitment to quality translates into every aspect of our manufacturing and sales operations.
For additional details on our PTFE extruded tubing products, please contact M.M. Newman Corporation today. Our sales associates will be happy to help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key properties that make PTFE extruded tubing suitable for industrial applications?
PTFE extruded tubing from M.M. Newman Corporation offers several properties that make it the material of choice for high-temperature and corrosive environments. These include exceptional lubricity, since PTFE has the lowest coefficient of friction of any polymer, along with a wide working temperature range of -320°F to 500°F, resistance to most industrial chemicals and solvents, excellent dielectric strength for electrical insulation, precision dimensional tolerances, biocompatibility for medical applications, and ease of cleaning for sanitary or pharmaceutical environments.
What wall thickness options are available for PTFE extruded tubing?
M.M. Newman Corporation offers PTFE extruded tubing in light, thin, standard, and heavy-wall configurations across a broad range of sizes. Thin and standard wall tubing is commonly used as electrical insulation for wire and cable protection in harsh working environments. Heavy-wall configurations are suited to structural or higher-pressure applications. All tubing is available to custom specifications, including non-standard sizes, wall thicknesses, and tolerances. Contact M.M. Newman Corporation for specifications and lead times.
What is the difference between PTFE, FEP, and PFA tubing, and how do I choose?
PTFE, FEP, and PFA are all fluoropolymer materials with similar chemical resistance, but they differ in flexibility, temperature range, and optical clarity. PTFE offers the broadest temperature range and the lowest coefficient of friction, but it is not optically transparent. FEP is more flexible than PTFE and optically clear, making it well-suited for applications where visual inspection of flow is required; its maximum continuous temperature is lower than that of PTFE. PFA combines high-temperature performance close to PTFE with greater flexibility and melt-processability similar to FEP. M.M. Newman can help identify the right material based on your flexibility, temperature, and environmental requirements.
What industries and applications is PTFE extruded tubing used in?
PTFE extruded tubing from M.M. Newman is used across chemical processing, automotive, aerospace, electrical, medical, and pharmaceutical industries. It is particularly valued in applications requiring chemical inertness, high-temperature resistance, and cleanliness, including fluid transfer lines, laboratory equipment, electrical insulation in corrosive environments, and medical device tubing. Its biocompatibility also makes it suitable for applications with FDA or sanitary requirements.
Can PTFE extruded tubing be ordered to custom specifications?
Yes. M.M. Newman specializes in filling PTFE extruded tubing orders to customers’ exact specifications, including custom dimensions, wall thicknesses, and material selection across PTFE, FEP, and PFA. M.M. Newman’s ability to fulfill custom specifications efficiently is a key differentiator. Contact the team for detailed requirements and a quotation.