HALAR COATING

HALAR COATINGS

SMOOTH & DURABLE

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Halar is actually the brand name for ethylene chlorotrifluoroethylene or ECTFE. Basically, Halar is a type of plastic. It is special because it is semi-crystalline and melt-processable. It is has a very smooth surface which will help to reduce the risk of pinholes in the coating, while inhibiting buildup and accumulation of particles of the surface. There are some other properties that also make it desirable for use in industrial coating:
  • High impact strength
  • Resistance to chemicals with various temperatures
  • Resistance to corrosion
  • High electrical resistance
  • Low dielectric constant
  • Ability to withstand extremely cold temperatures
Halar is typically used as an industrial coating. It is applied to other products in order to help protect them and make them more durable. It is used to coat products that might be exposed to high amounts of friction and will help to minimize the amount of wear products might suffer. Its ability to reduce friction between moving parts helps to cut down on wear, reduces heat and can lengthen the lifespan of machine parts and equipment. Halar coating offers purity and surface smoothness. 

Halar can be effective in the chemical, pharmaceutical and microelectronic industries because of its chemical resistance. It is most commonly used in bearings, wires and cables and can also be found in duct systems, fluid handling systems and waste disposal.

This type of coating is very versatile and with almost limitless applications. Halar coatings are most noted for their ability to resist temperature, friction and electricity. This kind of coating could be essential for your business. At Precision Dip Coating, we want to offer you the best coated or molded products at a price that works for you. Our in-house engineering and development staff will take your product ideas from prototype to production to make them a reality.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HALAR COATING

Halar is a member of the fluoropolymer family of plastic coatings, offering unparalleled resilience and an extremely friction-free surface. Halar coatings are so smooth, they easily resist the pinholes and flaws other coatings are vulnerable to. This makes them excellent candidates for applications which require this extremely even finish such as sterilization trays and industrial tanks. Here are answers to some common questions about Halar coatings.

  • What industries use Halar coatings the most?

    Several of the most common fields using Halar coatings include: 

    • Medical and pharmaceutical
    • Industrial, including tanks and wire baskets
    • Semiconductors and microelectronics

    Truly, any industry requiring its unique characteristics could benefit from its strengths. 

  • Why choose Halar as a coating material?

    Extremely resilient and smooth Halar coatings can help to reduce equipment wear and damage due to rubbing parts and exposure to electrical current, heat, moisture, and chemicals. 

  • Is Halar the same as Teflon?

    While they are related fluoropolymer materials, Halar (ECTFE) offers greater durability and an opportunity for thicker coatings than with Teflon (PTFE). Halar is stronger than Teflon, but one drawback is a lower heat tolerance.

  • What is Halar's greatest advantage for the medical industry?

    With extreme smoothness reducing opportunities for bacteria and germs to take hold, along with high strength and resistance to moisture, chemicals, and impacts, Halar coatings are a natural match for improving safety and hygiene for medical applications. 

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