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Comparative Typical Property Data
DuPont™ Teflon® NXT versus Conventional PTFE
Data should be used only as a guide in selecting the appropriate compound.
Property Test Method Unit Teflon® NXT Conventional PTFE
Tensile Strength ASTM D4894 MPa (psi) 31 (4,500) 34 (5,000)
Elongation at Break ASTM D4894 % 450 375
Specific Gravity ASTM D4894 2.17 2.16
Deformation Under Load (Creep), 23°C (73°F) ASTM D695 %
3.4 MPa (500 psi) –  0.2 0.7
6.9 MPa (1,000 psi) –  0.4 1.0
13.8 MPa (2,000 psi) –  3.2 8.2
Deformation Under Load
(Creep) - DMA
ASTM D695 %
6.9 MPa (1000 psi) at
25°C (77°F)
5.3 6.7
3.4 MPa (500 psi) at
100°C (212°F)
5.4 8.5
1.4 MPa (200 psi) at
200°C (392°F)
3.6 6.4
Void Content of Typical Parts FTIR-Infrared Spectroscopy % Compression Molded:
*0 - 0.5
Compression Molded:
*0 - 1.5
Dielectric Strength,
76.2 µm (0.003 in) Film
ASTM D149 kV/mm (V/0.001 in) 208 (5,200) 140 (3,500)
Weld Strength,
(Specimens welded after sintering)
ASTM D4894 % 66 - 87

Note: Typical properties are not suitable for specification purposes.

Properties will vary based upon processing technique & material lot.  Data should be used only as a guide in selecting the appropriate compound.  Actual performance will be affected by processing methods as well as end use service conditions.  Evaluation of any compound under end-use specifications is essential to assure suitability & performance.

* Depending on fabrication conditions