Teflon™ PFA 440HPA
Molding and Extrusion Resin

Product Information
For inventory control purposes, product name may be followed by an X.

Processing

Products labeled PFA 440HPA and PFA 440HPA X are equivalent, and all

Teflon™ PFA 440HPA can be processed by conventional melt extrusion,

information in this document is applicable to both.
Typical Applications
Applications for Teflon™ PFA 440HPA include fluid handling components
for critical, high-purity processes, like semiconductor, pharmaceutical, andbiotechnology, as well as applications where purity in the parts-per-billion
range is needed. Teflon™ PFA 440HPA offers a slightly higher melt flowrate than Teflon™ PFA 440HPB, providing greater processing ease.

and by injection, compression, and transfer molding processes. Highmelt strength and heat stability permit the use of relatively large die
openings and high temperature draw-down techniques that increase
production rates. Reciprocating screw injection molding machines arepreferred. Corrosion-resistant metals should be used in contact withmolten fluoropolymer resin. Extruder barrel should be long, relative todiameter, to provide residence time for heating the resin to approximately390 °C (730 °F). For more detailed processing information, including

Description

recommended draw-down ratios, consult your Chemours representative.

Teflon™ PFA 440HPA is a special purpose fluoropolymer resin available in

Safety Precautions

pellet form. This resin is a chemically modified form of Teflon™ PFA 340

WARNING! VAPORS CAN BE LIBERATED THAT MAY BE HAZARDOUS

that combines many of the benefits of the parent resin (a relatively hightypical melt flow rate of 16) with several additional benefits including
enhanced purity, improved thermal stability while processing, and chemicalinertness, for example, to ozonated fluids. Table 1 shows the typical
property data for Teflon™ PFA 440HPA.
Teflon™ PFA 440HPA is a premium resin with the lowest level ofextractables designed to meet ultra-high purity requirements. Teflon™
PFA 440HPA has a relatively high melt flow rate (typical MFR of 16)
for injection molding and extrusion processes, and the highest level ofinertness due to stable end group polymer structure. The enhanced purityof Teflon™ PFA 440HPA makes it suitable for applications that require
improved color, lower extractable fluorides, and freedom from otherforeign materials. This product contains no additives and is designed for
hostile chemical environments where purity in the parts-per-billion range
is needed. Examples are in semiconductor manufacture, fluid handlingsystems for industry or life sciences, and instrumentation for precise
measurements of fluid systems. Compared to other fluoropolymers, thehigh melt strength and thermal stability of Teflon™ PFA 440HPA can beused to improve processing rates, combining the processing ease of
conventional fluoropolymers with many properties similar to those ofpolytetrafluoroethylene.
Properly processed products made from neat Teflon™ PFA 440HPAIF INHALED.
Before using Teflon™ PFA 440HPA resin, refer to the Safety Data
Sheet and the latest edition of “The Guide to the Safe Handling of
Fluoropolymer Resins,” published by the Plastics Industry Association(www.plasticsindustry.org) or PlasticsEurope (www.plasticseurope.org).
Open and use containers only in well-ventilated areas using local exhaust
ventilation (LEV). Vapors and fumes liberated during hot processing ofTeflon™ PFA 440HPA should be exhausted completely from the workarea. Contamination of tobacco with these polymers must be avoided.
Vapors and fumes liberated during hot processing that are not properly
exhausted, or from smoking tobacco or cigarettes contaminated withTeflon™ PFA 440HPA, may cause flu-like symptoms, such as chills, fever,and sore throat. This may not occur until several hours after exposure andwill typically pass within about 24 hours. Mixtures with some finely divided
metals, such as magnesium or aluminum, can be flammable or explosive
under some conditions.
Food Contact Compliance
Properly processed products made from Teflon™ PFA 440HPA resincan qualify for use in contact with food in compliance with FDA 21 CFR
177.1550 and European Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011. For details andinformation, please contact your Chemours representative.

resin provide the superior properties characteristic of fluoropolymer

Storage and Handlingresins: chemical inertness, exceptional dielectric properties, heatSpecial product isolation and packaging procedures are used by Chemours

resistance, toughness and flexibility, low coefficient of friction, nonstick characteristics, negligible moisture absorption, low flammability,
performance at temperature extremes, and excellent weather resistance.
In a flame situation, products of Teflon PFA 440HPA resist ignition and™

do not promote flame spread. When ignited by flame from other sources,

to eliminate external contamination of Teflon™ PFA 440HPA resin.
Processors also must avoid contamination for successful production ofhigh purity products. The properties of Teflon™ PFA 440HPA resin are notaffected by storage time. Ambient storage conditions should be designed
to avoid airborne contamination and water condensation on the resin when

their contribution of heat is very small and added at a slow rate with very

it is removed from containers.

little smoke.

Freight Classifications
Teflon™ PFA 440HPA resin is classified as “Plastics, Materials, Pellets.”
Packaging
Teflon™ PFA 440HPA is supplied as pellets and is available in 25-kg
multilayer bags with an integral polyethylene liner.

Molding and Extrusion Resin

Teflon™ PFA 440HPA

Table 1: Typical Property Data for Teflon™ PFA 440HPA

Property

Test Method

Unit

Typical Value

GENERAL
Melt Flow Rate

ISO 20568

ASTM D3307

g/10 min16

Melting Point—ASTM D4591°C (°F)

305 (581)

Specific Gravity—

ASTM D792—2.15Critical Shear Rate, 372 °C (702 °F)

——

1/sec

56

ISO 12086a

ASTM D3307

MPa (psi)

MECHANICAL
Tensile Strength
23 °C (73 °F)

25 (3,600)

250 °C (482 °F)

14 (1,800)

Ultimate Elongation

ISO 12086a

ASTM D3307%

23 °C (73 °F)

300

250 °C (482 °F)

480

Flexural Modulus

ISO 178

ASTM D790

MPa (psi)

23 °C (73 °F)

590 (85,000)

250 °C (482 °F)

55 (8,000)—

ASTM D2176b

Cycles

20,000c

ISO 868

ASTM D2240—

D55

Dielectric Strength, Short Time, 0.25 mm (0.010 in)

IEC 243

ASTM D149

kV/mm (V/mil)

80 (2,000)

Dielectric Constant, 1 MHz (106 Hz)

IEC 250

ASTM D150—

2.03

MIT Folding Endurance (0.20 mm, 8 mil film)
Hardness Durometer
ELECTRICAL

Dissipation Factor, 1 MHz (10 Hz)

IEC 250

ASTM D150—<0.0002

Volume Resistivity

ISO 1325

ASTM D257

ohm·cm1018—

ASTM D570%<0.03———Outstanding

ISO 4589

ASTM D2863%>95

6OTHER
Water Absorption, 24 hr
Weather and Chemical Resistance
Limiting Oxygen Index
Continuous Service Temperature——°C (°F)

260 (500)

Flammability Classificatione—UL 94—V-0daISO 12086 is a retired standard.

bDepending on fabrication conditions.

cHistorical standard

dDefinition of continuous service temperature: The continuous service temperature is based on accelerated heat-aging tests, and represents the temperature at which tensile strength andultimate elongation retain 50% of the original values after 20,000 hr thermal aging. Continuous service temperature above 260 °C (500 °F) may be feasible, depending on such factors as
chemical exposure, support from the substrate, etc. When considering uses of Teflon™ PFA 440HPA above 260 °C (500 °F), preliminary testing should be done to verify suitability.

eThese results are based on laboratory tests under controlled conditions and do not reflect performance under actual fire conditions; current rating is a typical theoretical value.

Note: Teflon™ PFA 440HPA meets the requirements of ASTM D3307, Type I
Typical properties are not suitable for specification purposes.
Statements or data regarding behavior in a flame situation are not intended to reflect hazards presented by this or any other material when under actual fire conditions.

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