{"id":13523,"date":"2023-04-05T03:02:32","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T03:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/?p=13523"},"modified":"2023-04-06T01:49:00","modified_gmt":"2023-04-06T01:49:00","slug":"ptfe-vs-pfoa-the-complete-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/","title":{"rendered":"PTFE vs PFOA: The Complete Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13543 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/PTFE-vs-PFOA.jpg\" alt=\"PTFE vs PFOA\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/PTFE-vs-PFOA.jpg 800w, https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/PTFE-vs-PFOA-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This extensive and informative study will fully describe PTFE and PFOA, including their elements leading to their distinctiveness, chemical properties, physical properties, mechanical properties, applications, benefits, and limitations.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Definition\" >Definition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Elements_making_PTFE_and_PFOA\" >Elements making PTFE and PFOA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Physical_Properties\" >Physical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Chemical_Properties\" >Chemical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Mechanical_Properties\" >Mechanical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Advantages\" >Advantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Disadvantages\" >Disadvantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Applications\" >Applications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-vs-pfoa\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definition\"><\/span>Definition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>PTFE is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/materials-science\/thermoplastics\">thermoplastic polymer<\/a> made from <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tetrafluoroethylene\">tetrafluoroethylene polymerization<\/a> and is in solid form. At the same time, PFOA is a synthetic chemical generated as part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fluoropolymer\">fluoropolymers<\/a> and is in liquid form.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13524\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13524\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13524 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Figure-1-PTFE-2.jpg\" alt=\"PTFE\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13524\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PTFE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13525\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13525 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Figure-2-PFOA.jpg\" alt=\"PFOA\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PFOA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elements_making_PTFE_and_PFOA\"><\/span>Elements making PTFE and PFOA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both PTFE and PFOA are made of different elements that make them distinct.<\/p>\n<p>PTFE is made of the following elements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbon<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each carbon atom is connected to two other carbon atoms in a lengthy chain-like arrangement of carbon atoms.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fluorine<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE has a lot of fluorine atoms in it.<\/p>\n<p>The carbon chain is encased in a protective sheath of fluorine atoms, resulting in a chemically inert, relatively dense molecule with extremely potent carbon-fluorine interactions.<\/p>\n<p>PFOA is made of the following elements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oxygen<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA has two oxygen atoms bonded to carbon atoms.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fluorine<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA has ten fluorine atoms bonded to carbon atoms.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carbon<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA has eight carbon atoms.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_Properties\"><\/span>Physical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following are the physical properties of PTFE:<\/p>\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why is Teflon (PTFE) still toxic and will they ever get it right?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YNtJJcmCSUw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Smooth and non-stick<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE has Teflon as a trademark; the fluorine surrounding Teflon&#8217;s molecules is the key to its smooth surface. Because of these fluorine atoms, Teflon is resistant to practically all other materials sticking.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Appearance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is white and in solid form.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Density<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The density of PTFE is approximately 2200 kg\/m<sup>3<\/sup>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Low friction<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The fluorine coating on PTFE contributes to its low coefficient of friction.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Melting point<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It has a high melting point of up to 327 \u00b0C<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Electrical insulation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is not easily porous to electrical energy and can endure high volts without degrading.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hydrophobicity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is water resistant polymer.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the physical properties of PFOA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>High boiling point<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It has a high boiling point of up to 189\u00b0C thus can resist high temperatures.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Appearance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA does not have a distinct color and is in liquid form but may be in gas or solid form under certain conditions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hydrophobic<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is highly hydrophobic because of the fluorocarbon chain hence repels water.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Melting point<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA has a melting point of 67\u00b0C<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Properties\"><\/span>Chemical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Chemical properties of PTFE include:<\/p>\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Forever Chemicals PFAS, PFOA, PFOS, BPA, Explained Clearly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8QuvTjLZaXs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant to degradation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Due to the presence of carbon atoms and fluorine, PTFE has excellent resistance to degradation.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inertness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is exceptionally resilient when attacked chemically by bases, acids, and other corrosive chemicals. Most solvents do not affect it, and even potent acids and bases don&#8217;t readily react with it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reactivity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is typically a non-reactive polymer and hence does react with other compounds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical resistance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is very resistant to bases, acids, and caustic chemicals attacking it chemically.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the chemical properties of PFOA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bioaccumulation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA and its compound can build up and are constant in water, soil, birds, and fish hence<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical stability<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The chemical stability of PFOA is relatively high hence does not efficiently react with other chemicals in the environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mechanical_Properties\"><\/span>Mechanical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13526\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13526\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13526 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Figure-3-PTFE-VS-PE.jpg\" alt=\"PTFE VS PE\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PTFE VS PE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Unlike PTFE, PFOA is a synthetic chemical. Its mechanical properties in materials and other compounds may differ depending on the mode of manufacture and the material itself.<\/p>\n<p>The following mechanical properties of PTFE include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tensile strength<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It has a high tensile strength of approximately 10-43MPa.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Elongation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE has a high extension of up to 500%.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Compressibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This polymer has low compressibility as a result of its molecular structure.<\/p>\n<p>Under very high temperatures, PTFE cannot change its volume and shape.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Versatility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Because of its molecular composition, it is adaptable and can flex or bend without deforming.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hardness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This polymer has very low hardness as it is soft.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13527\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13527\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13527 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Figure-4-PFOA.jpg\" alt=\"PFOA\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13527\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PFOA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages\"><\/span>Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The advantages of PTFE and PFOA vary depending on their particular property. The following are the advantages of PTFE as explained:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Smooth and non-stick<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is very smooth and not sticky hence preferred for non-stick applications such as cookware.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant to chemicals<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is highly resistant to water, chemicals, bases, acids, solvents, and other corrosive substances.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Electrical insulation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is an excellent electrical insulator as it can endure high volt without damage and is not easily permissible to electric energy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Low friction surface<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE has a very low friction coefficient and is preferred for engineering applications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant to high temperatures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is suitable for use even in high temperatures as it can withstand up to 260\u00b0C without damage.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant<\/strong> <strong>to the harsh environment and weather conditions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE can withstand extreme weather conditions and is considered primarily for outdoor applications.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the benefits of PFOA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant to high temperatures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just like PTFE, PFOA can withstand high temperatures without damage.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Non-stick benefits<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This polymer has good non-stick properties and is applied in food processing equipment and cookware.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistant to chemicals<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is highly resistant to bases, acids, and other corrosive compounds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Can withstand harsh conditions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is repellent to environmental factors such as UV radiation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages\"><\/span>Disadvantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite PTFE having excellent benefits which make it suitable for its applications, it also has its limitations which include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Limitation of color options<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is white hence may not be suitable if it\u2019s needed in other color options.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is considerably costly and expensive because of processing and manufacturing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Limited high-pressure applications<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is inappropriate for high-pressure applications as its compressive strength is relatively low.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bonding difficulty<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE has low surface energy and does not quickly bond with other materials.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Non-decaying<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE can stay for very long in the environment without damage or decay because it is non-biodegradable.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the limitations of PFOA as explained:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Like PTFE, the processing and manufacturing difficulty makes it more expensive and costly than other materials.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Limited applications<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Due to its properties and environmental risks, PFOA may have limited uses compared to other materials of the same benefit.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Health risks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA may lead to health problems like cancer and reproductive and immune system disorders.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Environmental risks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA and its compounds are a risk to the environment as they are considered constant in soil and water and can contaminate the environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applications\"><\/span>Applications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13528\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13528\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13528 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/hansaplas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Figure-5-Non-stick-pan.jpg\" alt=\"Non-Stick Pan\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Non-Stick Pan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of PTFE make it suitable for various applications in the industry.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the applications of PTFE:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical applications<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE makes medical implants such as heart patches, replacement ligaments, and vascular garments.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Electrical and electronics<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE makes electrical and electronic components such as circuit boards, electrical insulation, wire insulation, and semiconductor parts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Automotive industry<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE is used in power steering and transmission, linings for fuel valve stem seals, gaskets, O-rings, and shaft seals.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE makes construction components such as pipe coatings, fittings, bearings, seats and plugs, and valve and pump parts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Non-stick coatings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PTFE makes coating surfaces for food processing equipment, bakeware, and cookware.<\/p>\n<p>The following are the applications of PFOA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Firefighting foams<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is a byproduct of manufacturing Firefighting foams used in extinguishing fires impacted by flammable liquids.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Carpeting and textile <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is used in manufacturing carpet and textile treatments that are resistant to dirt and water.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Non-stick coating<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PFOA is applied in making non-stick coatings for bakeware, food processing equipment, and cookware.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>PTFE and PFOA are two different chemical compounds with other elements and uses.<\/p>\n<p>PTFE is a synthetic polymer, while PFOA is a synthetic chemical compound that creates other materials.<\/p>\n<p>They have a distinct chemical composition and mechanical, physical, and chemical properties, making them unique for various applications.<\/p>\n<p>PTFE is considerably considered a safe and inert compound compared to PFOA in environmental and health issues.<\/p>\n<p>PTFE is considered a beneficial and adaptable substance with many applications. At the same time, PFOA has health and environmental risks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More resources<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-properties\/\">PTFE Properties <\/a>\u00a0-Source: Hansa<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Perfluorooctanoic_acid\">PFOA<\/a>\u00a0 -Source: Wikipedia<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hansaplas.com\/bo\/ptfe-manufacturing-process\/\">PTFE Manufacturing Process<\/a> \u2013 Source: Hansa<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This extensive and informative study will fully describe PTFE and PFOA, including their elements leading to their distinctiveness, chemical properties, physical properties, mechanical properties, applications, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13543,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"disabled","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13523","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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