Filtration

Polytetrafluoroethylene Fabric, 407 g/m2 (12 oz/yd2)


Filtration

Polytetrafluoroethylene fabric 407 g/m2 (12 oz/yd2)

Description

A 260°C (500°F) maximum service temperature, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) fabric for use in pulse-jet, reverse-air, and shaker-style dust collectors with chemically aggressive operating conditions.



Features and benefits

  • Patented GoreTM  membrane combines the best combination of filtration efficiency and dust cake release
  • The backing material is chemically inert and extremely supple and flexible for enhanced flex life and long bag performance life, even in chemically aggressive conditions
  • RASTEX® high-tenacity sewing thread provides a more rugged, dependable construction, matching the chemical resistance of the rest of the bag
  • Optimized construction combines the best properties of the filter materials in a finished product where design strength matches and enhances component strength

Applications

  • Chemicals industry: dryers
  • Energy production: chemical and hazardous waste incinerators
  • Metals industry: base metals smelters and furnaces

Technical specifications

Weight

407 g/m2 (12 oz/yd2)

Fiber content

GORE™ expanded PTFE

Fabric construction

Special harness

Continuous operating temperature

260°C (500°F)

Maximum surge temperature

274°C (525°F)

Acid resistance

Excellent

Alkali resistance

Excellent

Breaking strength

 

- Machine direction

979 N/2.54 cm (220 lb/1 in) grab

- Cross-machine direction

979 N/2.54 cm (220 lb/1 in) grab

Mullen burst

3447 kPa (500 psi)

Thickness

0.25 mm (0.010 in)



FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY.

Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations