FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene)
Benefits: Chemical resistance, good dielectric properties, melt processable, and surface lubricity
Applications:
- Regional anesthesia (epidural catheters)
- Intravenous catheters
- Vascular access (dilators and sheaths, intro needle assemblies)
- Insulin delivery
- Catheter liners
Dimensions:
- OD 0.018" (0.46mm) - 0.300" (7.62mm)
- ID Down to 0.007" (0.18mm)
- Wall thickness: Down to 0.001" (0.025mm)
Tolerances:
- OD ± 0.001" (0.025mm)
- ID ± 0.002" (0.05mm)
- Wall ± 0.0005" (0.013mm)
Configurations:
- Available in cut lengths or on spools
- Heat-shrink tubing
- Custom colors
- Custom compounding
Sterilization: Gas (EtO), steam (autoclave)
Specific gravity: 2.14 - 2.17
Tensile: 3000 psi (minimum)
Elongation: 250% (minimum)
Hardness durometer: D55
Coefficient of friction: 0.2
Water absorption: < 0.01%
Melting point: 500°F (minimum)
Continuous service temperature (no load): 400°F (minimum)
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