A POTENTIAL ALTERNATIVE TO FLUOROPOLYMERS: DISCOVER SILTEM™ RESIN
Looking for a fluoropolymer alternative that can take the heat in high performance wire & cable applications? Discover the potential of SILTEM™ resins. Non-halogenated, non-fluorinated SILTEM resins can provide high-heat, chemical and flame resistance - plus flexibility and strength.
Whether you’re considering SILTEM resins for potential use in high temperature wire and cable insulation, jacketing, heat shrink tubes, tubing or other applications, we’re here to help. Contact us now to discuss your application requirements.
How does SILTEM™ resin compare to fluoropolymers?
Fluoropolymers like PVDF, ETFE, and FEP are used in diverse applications due to their durability (heat, chemical, and UV resistance). However, fluoropolymers are under increasing regulatory pressure due to their use of fluorosurfactants and the potential negative environmental impact of PFAS, commonly referred to as “Forever Chemicals”.
SILTEM resins are non-fluorinated amorphous copolymers with no intentionally added PFAS. SILTEM resins provide a combination of excellent high heat performance, non-halogenated flame retardancy (FR), durability without using fluorosurfactants, and easy processability via extrusion or injection molding. SILTEM material is also resistant to chemicals, UV degradation and radiation.
Compared to fluoropolymers, SILTEM resins can offer the potential for greater production output thanks to ease of processing, and up to a 40% weight reduction due to its lower density profile. The higher specific gravity of fluoropolymers can lead to increased weight and cost per part. Contact us for additional property and performance data.
Process and cost efficiency of SILTEM resins vs. fluoropolymers
• Ease of processing – greater production output potential
• Low corrosivity - improved cost of ownership potential
• Low density – up to 40% lower weight parts
See comparative property data for SILTEM resins versus fluoropolymers below.
SILTEM™ Resin Material Properties
SILTEM resin is an amorphous polyetherimide siloxane (PEI Si) copolymer that is easily extrudable. The combination of silicone elastomer with ULTEM™ resin provides flexibility with high heat performance. SILTEM resin standard grades include:
- STM1500: Highest flexibility, lowest heat
- STM1600: Medium flexibility, medium heat
- STM1700: Lowest flexibility, highest heat
SILTEM resins can offer a tailorable combination of strength, flexibility, heat resistance and chemical resistance to help meet your application requirements. These materials are colorable with SILTEM resin-based masterbatches.
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