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The Purity You Need. The Specs You Can Trust.

High Purity PFA & FEP Tubing — 100% Virgin Daikin Resin, for mission-critical fluid transfer applications.

LibertyCES distributes Altafluor® 480 (UHP PFA) and 200 (FEP) using 100% Virgin Daikin AP-231 SH Resin. The tubing offers 25% smoother surface finish than standard PFA, reducing biofilm and particulate entrapment, and complies with SEMI F57, FDA & NSF-61, and USP Class VI standards.

PFA vs FEP Comparison
FeatureAltafluor® 480 (UHP PFA)Altafluor® 200 (FEP)
Best ForSemiconductor, Pharma, Aggressive AcidsVisual Monitoring, UV Systems, Lab Use
Max Temp500°F (260°C)400°F (204°C)
ClarityTranslucent (Hazy)Glass-Like Clarity
Flex LifeExtremeModerate
Resin100% Virgin Daikin AP-231 SHHigh-Grade FEP

FEP Heat Shrink

1.3:1 shrink ratio, operates at approximately 375°F (190°C), protecting temperature-sensitive components.

Dual Containment Systems

Secondary barrier systems designed for hazardous acid transport (H₂SO₄, HF) to prevent catastrophic leaks.

Chemical Compatibility

Altafluor® 480 is inert to concentrated sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and nitric acid across full temperature ranges. Cleanroom-environment manufactured tubing meets SEMI F57 particulate requirements for semiconductor-grade service.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between PFA and FEP tubing?

Altafluor 480 (UHP PFA) rates to 500°F with extreme flex life and translucent clarity, suited to semiconductor, pharma, and aggressive acid service. Altafluor 200 (FEP) rates to 400°F with glass-like clarity, better suited to visual monitoring, UV systems, and lab use.

Is high-purity PFA tubing FDA compliant?

Yes. LibertyCES-distributed Altafluor 480 and 200, made from 100% virgin Daikin resin, comply with SEMI F57, FDA & NSF-61, and USP Class VI standards.

What chemicals is PFA tubing resistant to?

Altafluor 480 is inert to concentrated sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and nitric acid across its full temperature range, making it suitable for aggressive acid transfer.

What is dual containment tubing used for?

Dual containment systems add a secondary tubing barrier around the primary line, designed for hazardous acid transport (H₂SO₄, HF) to prevent catastrophic leaks if the inner tube fails.

Spec Review

PFA or FEP — which fits your process?