PTFE Rod — Material Specifications, Engineering Data & OEM Supply
PTFE Rod from HEMSUN provides reliable chemical and thermal service across industrial processing plants. Manufactured in Dahegam, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India from high-grade PTFE fluoropolymer with micro-finished sealing surfaces and full export documentation.
Where PTFE Rod is used
Machining stock turned and milled into bushes, seats, spacers and custom parts, supplied as sintered billet for secondary operations.
PTFE billet suits machining stock because it cuts cleanly at high spindle speed without stress-cracking, so finished tolerance holds after release.
Supplied to drawing across the published range — Diameter range: 3mm to 500mm — widest range from Indian manufacturers; Material: Virgin PTFE / Filled PTFE / Food Grade PTFE — with dimensional and material reports on request.
Key properties
Material
Virgin PTFE / Filled PTFE / Food Grade PTFE
Diameter range
3mm to 500mm — widest range from Indian manufacturers
Standard lengths
300mm / 500mm / 1000mm — custom lengths available
Manufacturing Methods
both compression molded and extruded
Temperature range
-200°C to +260°C
Self-lubricating
friction coefficient 0.04 to 0.10
Outstanding chemical resistance
all acids, alkalis, solvents pH 0 to 14
FDA Compliance
Food Grade PTFE Rod available on request
Electrical Properties
excellent insulation and dielectric performance
Colors
White / Black / Custom
IEC registered
export-ready quality
Payment
T/T, L/C, D/P accepted
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Component Type & Grade | PTFE Rod (Specification Code HES-451) |
| Base Raw Material | PTFE fluoropolymer (Virgin FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 / Custom Filled) |
| Continuous Service Temp. | -200°C to +260°C (-328°F to +500°F) |
| Tensile Strength at Break | 20 to 35 MPa (Virgin) / 14 to 25 MPa (Filled) |
| Elongation at Break | 250% to 450% (ASTM D4894) |
| Specific Gravity / Density | 2.14 to 2.18 g/cm³ (ASTM D792) |
| Dielectric Strength | 50 to 80 kV/mm (0.1 mm film) |
| Surface Roughness Finish | Diamond Polished Ra ≤ 0.20 µm to Ra ≤ 0.40 µm |
| Dimensional Tolerance | ISO Grade 1 to Grade 3 / Drawing Nominals (±0.02 mm) |
| Manufacturing & Origin | Moulded, Sintered & CNC Machined in Dahegam, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India |
Manufacturing process
Production of PTFE Rod combines cold isostatic/uniaxial compaction of PTFE fluoropolymer powder with multi-stage thermal free-sintering. Compaction loads are held under precise electronic dwell timing to bleed out microscopic air pockets. Sintered blanks are then transferred to climate-controlled CNC turning and milling centers to machine critical drawing features.
Material selection notes
Manufactured from PTFE fluoropolymer, this component combines high tensile strength (20–35 MPa) with excellent chemical and weathering resistance. The material maintains flexibility at low temperatures while providing stable compressive support under high system pressures.
How to specify your order
For engineering consultation on PTFE Rod, send your component specifications, media compatibility parameters, and production batch sizes. We provide material datasheets, sample trial options, and detailed technical quotes within one business day.
Quality checks and inspection
Inspection protocols for PTFE Rod encompass dimensional coordinate verification, density testing, sphericity profilometry on balls, and visual surface inspection under optical magnification. Full mill test certificates (MTR) accompany all shipments.
Ordering and export documentation
Domestic PTFE Rod orders ship with GST invoice and e-way bill where applicable. Export orders include commercial invoice, packing list, and certificate of origin from our IEC-registered works. Recurring supply schedules supported with fixed drawing revision and lot numbering for plant stores Contact info@hemsun.com or sales@hemsun.com with your rods specification.
Export packing and lead time
International distribution of PTFE Rod is supported with multi-currency commercial terms, export shipping documentation, and protective multi-layer packaging to ensure components arrive in pristine condition worldwide.
Storage and handling
Maintenance and care for PTFE Rod: Clean components using neutral solvent degreasers or warm water solutions. Avoid metal scrapers or abrasive pads that could abrade the precision-machined sealing surfaces.
Compliance & Standards
HEMSUN is a DGFT IEC registered exporter (Government of India). Billet density is checked per ASTM D792 and tensile and elongation per ASTM D4894 before cutting, so machining stock arrives fully sintered. A mill test certificate stating the lot and measured values ships with the order. Export paperwork — commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin — accompanies international despatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum diameter PTFE Rod you manufacture?
We manufacture PTFE Rods up to 500mm diameter in compression-molded grade. Standard diameters from 3mm to 500mm are available. Extruded PTFE Rods are available from 3mm to 30mm diameter.
What is the difference between Molded PTFE Rod and Extruded PTFE Rod?
Molded PTFE Rods are compression-molded and sintered — offering superior density, mechanical strength, and dimensional stability, best for larger diameters (30mm–500mm) and tight-tolerance machining. Extruded PTFE Rods are produced by extrusion — delivering consistent cross-sections and smooth surface finish, ideal for smaller diameters (3mm–30mm) for seals and insulators.
Do you export PTFE Rods to UAE, Germany, and Japan?
Yes. We regularly export PTFE Rods to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Germany, USA, Japan, Singapore, Brazil, Turkey, and across the Middle East. Export documentation, material certificates, and IEC registration are available.
What PTFE Rod grades do you supply?
We supply Virgin PTFE Rod (highest chemical resistance, FDA-compliant), Filled PTFE Rod (glass-filled, carbon-filled, graphite-filled, bronze-filled for improved mechanical properties), and Food Grade PTFE Rod (FDA 21 CFR compliant for food and pharmaceutical contact applications).



