Modified VICTREX PEEK

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Coating Solutions

Whether you are a bakery that needs a better coating solution for your baking trays, or an oil & gas company looking for an effective coating solution for your components, we can help.
- Anti Corrosion Coatings
  
  Corrosion-resistant PTFE coatings are used to protect metal components.
- Non-Stick Release Coatings
  
  Our release coatings have a long non-stick lifespan and improve efficiency ideal in applications such as packaging equipment, processing tools, machinery and moulds.
- Low Friction Coatings
  
  Friction and surface release solutions for applications where liquid lubricants cannot be used.
- Thermal Spray Coatings
  
  Zinc, Bronze, Brass, Silver, Stainless Steel, Aluminium and Copper coatings for a wide range of applications.
  - Zinc Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    With impressive corrosion resistance properties, zinc is commonly chosen as a protective coating on a number of components that have to withstand harsh environments.
  - Bronze Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Of all our thermal spray coatings, bronze is often chosen for its visual and architectural appeal.
  - Brass Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Similar to our bronze thermal spray coatings, our brass thermal spray coatings are another coating option that is popular for components that require a visual appeal.
  - Silver Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Silver is often chosen due to its superior levels of conductivity compared to other materials such as steel and even copper.
  - Stainless Steel Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Stainless steel thermal spray coatings provide an enhanced abrasion resistance, producing a hard surface to be used under a PTFE coatings.
  - Aluminium Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Our aluminium thermal spray coatings offer excellent corrosive resistance on a metal surface.
  - Copper Thermal Spray Coatings
    
    Copper thermal spray coatings are an excellent conductor of electricity, often applied to components used in the electronics industry
- Choosing the Right Solution
  
  We work with our clients to understand the environment of the of end product, to ensure the material we recommend is suitable.
- Coatings FAQs
  
  We've collated some of the mostly commonly asked questions about PTFE and fluoropolymer coatings.
- Coatings Glossary
  
  Common coatings terminology demystified in our glossary - know your 'cold flow' from your 'sintering'.
- Product Design Service
  
  We know that not all coatings applications have a one size fits all solution.
Component Design

We provide a bespoke fluoropolymer component design & manufacture service and can deliver the right solution to your problem.
Machining

We can design and manufacture in a range of engineering plastics. Get in touch with our team of experts to discuss your requirements.
- Bearing Cages
  
  We can manufacture large filled PEEK bearing cages and also coat existing cages in PEEK to improve their temperature resistance.
- Backup Rings
  
  We can design and manufacture an almost limitless range of VICTREX PEEK back up rings (BUR’s) as well as PTFE rings.
- Frac Balls
  
  Frac balls made from PEEK or glass filled nylon can be manufactured in any size you need.
- Insulators
  
  The versatility of our PTFE and PEEK insulators is one of their key strengths.
- Laser Marking
  
  Laser marking gives you the flexibility to engrave your components with a broad range of designs and text.
- Micro Parts
  
  We are proud to have assisted with development of many insulating components with a diameter of 1mm or less.
- Milling
  
  We offer comprehensive plastic CNC milling services from the micro in size to much larger 1 meter long components.
- Sliding Heads
  
  Tornos Deco technology allows us to produce cost-competitive parts to the very highest standards.
- Turning
  
  CNC turning of PTFE and engineering plastics. Live tooling on our lathes mean competitive pricing and shorter lead times.
- Valve Seats
  
  We manufacture valve seats manufactured from our AF range of materials, including PTFE and VICTREX PEEK materials.
Tubes & Rods

We can produce fluoropolymer tubes and rods in any size, shape or material type.
Seals

We design and manufacture world-class plastic, rubber and elastomer seals.
- Custom Seals
  
  When you’ve tried standard profile seals without success or know you’re going to need a bespoke solution for a particular project, we can deliver what you need.
  - Custom Valve Seals
    
    Durable & Reliable VICTREX PEEK & PTFE Valve Seals.
  - Custom Rod & Piston Seals
    
    Radial rod & piston seals for static and dynamic applications.
  - Custom Face Seals
    
    Internal and external face seals.
  - Custom Double Acting Rod & Piston Seals
    
    Designed for and used with integrated or separate back-up rings.
  - Custom Single Action Wipers
    
    Prevent the ingress of unwanted media, dust and water.
  - Custom Rotary Shaft Seals
    
    Suited to small diameters where groove size is restricted.
- Standard Seals
  
  AFT Fluorotec have an extensive range of PTFE materials and we can also produce seals in other materials such as VICTREX® PEEK, PU, FPM and NBR.
  - Custom Seals
    
    AFT Fluorotec have an extensive range of PTFE, Fluoropolymer and plastic materials manufactured within our UK base which gives complete control and flexibility to support almost any demand. Our range of PTFE materials and compounds extends to more than 300 variations of...
  - Wiper Seals
    
    We can design and manufacture wiper seals in a range of profiles and materials.
  - Rod Seals
    
    We have a large selection of rod seals with different profiles.
  - Piston Seals
    
    When you’re looking for precision made pistol seals you can count on, you’ve come to the right place.
  - Symmetrical Seals
    
    Our symmetrical seals suit a wide variety of applications in different industry sectors.
  - Backup Rings
    
    In many applications, back up rings are used to prevent the gap extrusion of the seals or O rings.
  - O Rings
    
    O rings are primarily used as static seals, but can also be utilised for dynamic applications.
  - Mining Seals
    
    The majority of our mining seals are manufactured in PU, but we also produce them in NBR and POM.
- RCD Seals
  
  AFT Fluorotec have a broad range of experience in designing and manufacturing RCD seals for the oil & gas industry.
- PTFE Seals
  
  From back up rings and mining seals to piston seals and o rings, we offer a wide range of sealing products machined from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
- VICTREX PEEK Seals
  
  With outstanding mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance properties, PEEK is an ideal material to use for sealing applications.
- Compressor Parts
  
  We pride ourselves on our expert knowledge of the compressor parts industry, providing a wide range of compounds suitable for your application.
Slide Bearings & Skidways

We work in close partnership with many structural steel companies, architects and engineers and find ourselves the technical partners for many of these projects when it comes to talking about slide bearings.
- Skidway Plates
  
  Manufacturing procedures are carried out in line with our quality system and each batch of PTFE Skidway plates are subject to industry standard testing.
  - PTFE Bearing Design
    
    View some of our typical configurations for PTFE slide bearings and skidway plates.
  - Projects & Experience
    
    We offer a specialist service based on over 25 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of PTFE sliding systems.
  - Technical Data
    
    Listed below you'll find the key properties displayed for reinforced PTFE and Virgin PTFE used in our skidway plates. Get in touch if you need any more information. Reinforced PTFE Virgin PTFE Product Description: A reinforced PTFE material that has a low...
- Slide Bearings
  
  AFT Fluorotec have been manufacturing slide bearings for the UK construction industry for many years.
  - PTFE Bearing Design
    
    Browse some of our typical PTFE slide bearing and skidway plate configurations and get in touch to discuss your requirements.
  - Selection & installation guide
    
    PTFE slide bearings can be fixed to the installation by full welding, tack welding, mortar embedment or bolting.
  - Technical Data
    
    See the technical specifications for Virgin and Reinforced PTFE including strength and operating temperature ranges. Contact us.
- Expansion Slide Bearings
  
  We are a leading manufacturer of PTFE and fluoropolymer materials, manufacturing expansion bearings to meet your individual needs.
- Structural Slide Bearings
  
  AFT Fluorotec Structural Bearings can reduce construction costs by designing for expansion rather than strain.
- Recessed Slide Bearings
  
  Recessed Slide Bearings can take exceptionally high loads up to 510 kg/cm2.
Surface Preparation

Surface preparation is the essential first stage treatment when it comes to applying any type of coating.
- Bead Blasting
  
  Bead blasting is often used in creating a uniform surface finish on machined parts.
  - Dry Bead Blasting
    
    Dry bead blasting is primarily used on stainless steel finishing, for any type of fabrication and gives the metal a satin finish.
  - Wet Bead Blasting
    
    Wet blasting, sometimes referred to as vapor blasting is the process for removing a coating layer (e.g. paint, rust, dirt) from a surface.
- Industrial Paint Stripping
  
  Expert paint removal treatment to extend product lifespan.
- Grit Blasting
  
  By creating a smooth surface, grit blasting removes the pits and cracks that frequently harbour moisture and contaminants.
  - Aluminium Oxide Grit Blasting
    
    Due to its high etch properties, its ability to be recycled and its fast working speed, aluminium oxide is an extremely popular media that we offer in our grit blasting service.
  - Dry Ice Blasting
    
    Dry ice blasting is an environmentally friendly coating removal solution which uses a solid form of carbon dioxide to strip unwanted paint, rust and other coating layers without damaging the surface material underneath.
  - Glass Grit Blasting
    
    Glass grit blasting is a low cost and low impact media, often used for vehicle and automotive part refurbishment.
  - Plastic Grit Blasting
    
    Plastic grit blasting is a plastic media (often melamine) that can be used for cleaning, coating stripping and deflashing purposes.
  - Steel & Chilled Iron Grit Blasting
    
    Steel & chilled iron grit blasting is a low cost and efficient method of removing surface coatings.
- Metal Cleaning
  
  Our metal cleaning service is ideal for removing paint, rust and other coatings from a wide range of metals including steel, aluminium, copper and iron & cast.
- Pyrolysis Oven Burn Off
  
  Our pyrolysis burn off oven is an extremely effective solution for the removal of plastic or paint coatings and contaminants.
- Coating Removal
  
  Our coating removal processes ensure the integrity of the surface material is left undamaged, whilst removing rust, paint or any other unwanted coating.
- Shot Blasting
  
  Shot blasting is used in a wide range of industries, almost every industry that uses metal, including aerospace & automotive, construction and oil & gas, to name but a few.

PTFE

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) is a synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene and is known for being one of the most versatile plastics available.
- What is PTFE?
  
  Being hydrophobic, non-wetting, high density and resistant to high temperatures, PTFE is an incredibly versatile material, probably best-known for its non-stick properties.
- Virgin PTFE
  
  The key properties that Virgin PTFE is widely known for it's extreme chemical resistance, thermal stability, electrical insulation and it's very low coefficient of friction.
- Glass Filled PTFE
  
  Glass fibre is used as a PTFE filler as it offers much improved compression and wear properties.
- Carbon Filled PTFE
  
  Carbon filled PTFE provides good thermal conductivity, low permeability and is also electrically conductive.
- Bronze Filled PTFE
  
  Bronze Filled PTFE is reinforced with bronze powder, resulting in a very hard wearing material.
- Stainless Steel Filled PTFE
  
  Stainless Steel Filled PTFE is extremely hard wearing, has excellent strength and stability under extreme loads and elevated temperatures.
- Our Service
  
  Our technical experts can quickly tell you what PTFE solution is best for your project.
- PTFE Coatings
  
  PTFE (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene) coatings, often referred to as Teflon® or Xylan® coatings offer a tough, heat-resistant finish with almost complete chemical inertness.
  - The PTFE Coating Process
    
    This guide explains the coating procedure from start to finish, as performed by our expert engineers.
- Xylan Coatings
  
  Whitford Xylan coatings are dry film lubricants and can be combined with high-temperature organic polymers resulting in “plastic alloys” formulated to provide unique and desirable properties.
- Teflon Coatings
  
  The versatility of Teflon coatings allows for almost unlimited application to a wide variety of part sizes and configurations, always adding value far beyond the inherent non-stick qualities.
- PTFE Parts
  
  We can manufacture PTFE parts using over 500 grades of Virgin and filled PTFE.
VICTREX PEEK

VICTREX PEEK polymer provides exceptional performance over a wide range of temperatures and extreme conditions.
- What is VICTREX PEEK?
  
  VICTREX PEEK is a semi-crystalline polymer widely regarded as one of the highest performing thermoplastics in the world.
- VICTREX PEEK Components
  
  AFT Fluorotec can work with your team to design the VICTREX PEEK components you need.
- Virgin PEEK
  
  Our is a AF801 Virgin VICTREX PEEK is a very high performance engineering thermoplastic for extremely demanding applications.
- Glass Fibre Filled PEEK
  
  Virgin VICTREX PEEK with 30% Glass fibre filler dramatically increases thermal bearing strength and also has excellent creep and radiation resistance.
- Carbon Fibre Filled PEEK
  
  Filled VICTREX PEEK with 30% Carbon Fibre filler gives the material a very high thermal bearing strength and lower coefficient of friction.
- Modified PEEK
  
  Formulated to give greater flexibility than standard VICTREX PEEK materials and a much lower coefficient of friction.
- PEEK HT
  
  Specifically developed for use at elevated temperatures and for prolonged use at elevated temperatures, AF816 retains its key physical properties to temperatures 30OC higher than standard AF801 Virgin PEEK.
- VICTREX PEEK for the Oil & Gas Industry
  
  Components crafted from VICTREX PEEK materials are particularly effective in the oil and gas industry due to the material's tolerances to high temperatures and corrosive environments.
- Replacing Metal With VICTREX PEEK
  
  VICTREX PEEK has a wider range of processing options, is lighter and more durable than many metal counterparts, and as such makes an effective and cost efficient replacement for metals.
- PEEK Coatings
  
  VICTREX PEEK coatings are typically used to improve resistance to chemicals, corrosion, abrasion and wear when applied to metal substrates.
Dupont Vespel

We have a direct supply of material through the official Dupont™ distribution channels and only use genuine Dupont™ Vespel®
PCTFE

Through melt processing PCTFE resin can be modified to give different mechanical and optical properties by controlling the crystalinity of the material.
Polyurethane

Our polyurethane materials range from shore A hardness 57 to 95 and are all Hydrolysis resistant – often referred to as H-PU.
Rubbers & Elastomers

We can offer 16 standard grades of rubber and/or elastomeric material that can be CNC machined or injection moulded into finished seals and or components.
FEP

FEP coatings (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene Copolymer) melt and flow during baking to provide smooth non-stick, non-porous films with excellent abrasion resistance.
PFA

PFA (Perfluoroalkoxy) coatings melt and flow during baking to provide non-porous films and increased permeation resistance.
ETFE

The resins within these coatings are the toughest within the fluoropolymer range and can be applied at film builds up to 1,000 micrometers.
Halar ECTFE

Typical applications served by Halar® include those in contact with highly corrosive or ultra-pure chemicals such as strong inorganic bases and mineral & oxidizing acids.
Engineering Plastics

We are experts in precision engineering plastics with an unrivalled level of ability.
Check Chemical Compatibility

Find out the suitability and resistance of chemicals and fluoropolymers.

AF805 is a modified VICTREX PEEK material with special fillers.

Formulated to give greater flexibility than standard VICTREX PEEK materials and a much lower coefficient of friction. AF805 retains the essential properties of VICTREX PEEK being a semi-crystalline very high performance engineering thermoplastic designed for extremely demanding applications.

KEY PROPERTIES

Low coefficient of friction

Good chemical resistance

Good creep resistance

Good radiation resistance

Excellent rigidity

High maximum use temperature

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TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF MODIFIED VICTREX PEEK

Property	Test Method	Typical Values
Elongation	ISO 527	25%
Coefficient of Friction		<0.10
Specific Gravity	ISO 527	1.44 g/cm³
Tensile Strength	ISO 527	78 MPa
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion	ASTM D696	7^oC x10^-5
Max Continuous use Temperature		260 ^OC
Flexural Strength 23^oC		100 MPa
Flexural Modulus 23^oC		2.8 GPa
Water Absortion %/ Hour at 23^oC	ASTM D 257	<0.1

Datasheet: Modified VICTREX PEEK

AF805 Modified PEEK 92kb

AF805 is a modified PEEK material with special fillers. Formulated to give greater flexibility than standard PEEK materials and a much lower coefficient of friction.

The Next Step

Whether you need help choosing the right material, or are looking for fluoropolymer components designed or manufactured, we can help. Call us on 01992 515880.

AFT FLUOROTEC LIMITED

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Welwyn Garden City, UK
AL7 1LY

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Welwyn Garden City, UK
AL7 1JD

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Modified VICTREX PEEK
AF805 is specifically designed for valve seats allowing higher ball interference pressure with reduced ball torque factor

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Modified VICTREX PEEK AF805 is specifically designed for valve seats allowing higher ball interference pressure with reduced ball torque factor

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Modified VICTREX PEEK
AF805 is specifically designed for valve seats allowing higher ball interference pressure with reduced ball torque factor