Fluoropolymer Coatings (PTFE/Teflon): Properties, Applications, and How They're Applied
PTFE, FEP, PFA, and ETFE represent the highest-performance tier of polymer coating systems — offering exceptional chemical resistance, non-stick properties, and a service temperature range few other coatings can match. This guide covers the full fluoropolymer family, application methods, and the industries that rely on them.
Coating family
Fluoropolymer
Key chemistries
PTFE, FEP, PFA, ETFE
Max service temp
260 °C (500 °F)
Key property
Non-stick, chemical resistance
Key industries
Food, chemical, medical