Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162
Fluoropolymer Resin

Product Information
Description
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 is a specialty fluoropolymer resin
available in powder form. Compared with other grades ofTefzel™ ETFE, its most unique features are an intermediate
flow rate and a balance of properties that make it suitable
for a variety of processes and demanding end uses. Table 1
shows typical property data for Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162.
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 and the other Tefzel™ ETFE
fluoropolymers are melt processible, modified copolymersof ethylene and tetrafluoroethylene. They are highperformance resins that can be processed at relatively
high rates, compared with other fluorocarbon resins. They
are mechanically tough and offer an excellent balance ofproperties.
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 can perform successfully inapplications where other thermoplastics are lacking inmechanical toughness, broad thermal capability, ability
to meet difficult environmental conditions, or limited byfabricating problems.
Properly processed products made from neat Tefzel™
ETFE HT-2162 are inert to most solvents and chemicals,
hydrolytically stable, and weather-resistant. The
recommended upper service temperature is 155 °C (311 °F);
useful properties are retained at cryogenic ranges. The leveland stability of dielectric properties are excellent. Mechanicalproperties include outstanding impact strength, cut-through,and abrasion resistance.
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.

Processing
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 can be processed by conventional
melt-extrusion techniques and injection, compression,transfer, and blow-molding processes. Compared with othergrades of Tefzel™ ETFE, it provides intermediate processingrates. Also, the melt viscosity of all grades of Tefzel™ ETFE isreduced with increasing shear rate, thus, permitting the useof pressure extrusions through narrow dies without requiring
appreciable draw-down. Reciprocating screw injection
molding machines are preferred. Corrosion-resistant metals
should be used in contact with molten resin. Extruder barrels
should be long, relative to diameter, to provide residence timefor heating the resin to approximately 340 °C (640 °F).

Typical End Products
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 is ideal for many end products,including electrical components, such as sleeving, coilforms, sockets, connectors, and switches; lab ware, such as
tubing, valves, containers, and dishes; battery or instrumentcomponents that require chemical inertness; chemical
service items, such as valve components, seal glands, pipe
plugs, and corrugated tubing; and film.

Safety Precautions
Before using Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162, refer to the Safety
Data Sheet and the latest edition of “The Guide to the Safe
Handling of Fluoropolymer Resins,” published by The Societyof the Plastics Industry, Inc. (www.plasticsindustry.org) or by
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, or from smoking tobacco or cigarettes
contaminated with Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162, may cause flu-like
symptoms (chills, fever, sore throat) that may not occur until
several hours after exposure and typically pass within about
24 hr. Vapors and fumes liberated during hot processing
should be exhausted completely from the work area;
contamination of tobacco with polymers should be avoided.
Mixtures with some finely divided metals, such as magnesiumor aluminum, can be flammable or explosive under someconditions.

Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162

Fluoropolymer Resin

Storage and Handling

Packaging

The properties of Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 resins are notaffected by storage time. Ambient storage conditions should
be designed to avoid airborne contamination and formation ofwater on the resin when removed from containers.

Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 is packaged in 68.1 kg (150 lb)
fiber drums.

Table 1. Typical Property Data for Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 Fluoropolymer Resin
Property

Test Method*

UnitValue

Nominal Melting Point

D3418°C (°F)

250 (482)

Flow Rate

D3159

g/10 min

8Tensile Strength, 23 °C (73 °F)

D638

MPa (psi)

38 (5,500)

Ultimate Elongation, 23 °C (73 °F)

D638

%

300

Specific Gravity

D792

—

1.8

D257

ohm·m (ohm·cm)

1 x 1015 (1 x 1017)

Water Absorption, 24 hr

D570

%

0.007

Weather and Chemical Resistance——Excellent

Bulk Density

—g/L

450

ThermalMechanicalElectrical
Volume Resistivity
General*ASTM method, unless otherwise specified
Note: Typical properties are not suitable for specification purposes.
Tefzel™ ETFE HT-2162 meets the requirements of ASTM D3159, Type II, Grade 1.

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