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Polytetrafluoroethylene

A plastic material used for insulation of cables and wires that have very low dielectric loss and great resistance to heat. It will operate at temperatures of up to 240°C and remains flexible down to very low temperatures. It is non-inflammable and is completely unaffected by oils, fuels and solvents. The material also possesses low permitivity and power factor, together with very high insulation resistance.

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