Kynar

Brand Information

Kynar PVDF: A Versatile Fluoropolymer by Arkema

Kynar PVDF is a high-performance fluoropolymer produced by Arkema, with manufacturing plants located in North America, Europe, and Asia to service regional areas. Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) resins are renowned for their impressive properties, making them ideal for use in the harshest environments.

Key Properties of Kynar PVDF:

• Extreme inertness: Resistant to harsh chemicals and environments

• Flame and smoke properties: Excellent flame retardancy with low smoke generation

• Weather resistance: Outstanding resistance to weathering and UV exposure

• Ease of processing: Wide processing window with no specialised equipment needed

• Durability: Excellent resistance to wear and mechanical stress

Applications of Kynar PVDF Across Various Industries:

• Chemical processing: Corrosion-resistant liners in tanks, pipes, and chemical storage

• Electrical and electronic: Flame and smoke-resistant wire and cable jacketing, high-purity components in semiconductors

• Coatings: Protective coatings in paints and on buildings

• Medical: Barrier films

• Water and food filtration: Membranes for filtration systems

• Transportation: Various applications due to its durability and chemical resistance

• Fibre and textiles: Mono and multi-filament fibres for woven and nonwoven articles

• Solar panels: Suitable for solar panel backsheet laminates

Kynar PVDF is available in various forms, including pellets, powder, latex emulsions, and films. Depending on your application, you can find information on all forms:

• Kynar® Homopolymer Series: Both standard and high whiteness

• Kynar Flex® Copolymer Series: See separate branding information

• Kynar Flex® and Kynar® ADX Powder Coating Resins

• Kynar 500® and Kynar Aquatec® Construction Coating Resins

• Kynar® PGM TR Multilayer Films

• Kynar Flex®, Kynar ADS® II, and Kynar SL® II Solution Resins

• Compounds: Conductive, high modulus, pigmented, low shrink, flame retardant