Acid and alkali resistant thermoplastic material

The following are common thermoplastic materials with acid and alkali resistance, including their properties, operating temperature ranges, and typical application areas.

Material Name Abbreviation Acid/Alkali Resistance Operating Temperature Range(°C) Characteristics Common Applications
Polypropylene PP Excellent 0 ~ 100 Excellent resistance to most acids and alkalis, lightweight, low cost Chemical drums, pipe fittings, filter cartridge housings
Polyethylene PE Excellent -50 ~ 90 Highly stable against acids, alkalis, and salts; easy to form Piping, tanks, containers
High-Density Polyethylene HDPE Excellent -50 ~ 110 Good mechanical strength, resistant to various corrosive chemicals Chemical drums, tanks, bases
Polyvinylidene Fluoride PVDF Excellent -40 ~ 150 Resistant to strong acids and alkalis, high heat resistance and mechanical strength Chemical pumps, semiconductor cleaning systems
Polyethylene Tetrafluoroethylene PTFE Excellent -200 ~ 260 Virtually inert, resistant to all acids and alkalis, extremely low friction coefficient Sealing gaskets, linings, valve seats
EthyleneTetrafluoroethylene Copolymer ETFE Excellent -80 ~ 150 Slightly lower chemical resistance than PTFE, but more rigid Chemical tubing, film, fittings
Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene FEP Excellent -200 ~ 200 Superior chemical resistance, high transparency Linings, wire coatings
Perfluoroalkoxy Resin PFA Excellent -200 ~ 260 Nearly absolute chemical inertness, exceptional temperature resistance and cleanliness Semiconductor equipment, chemical fluid transfer
Polyphenylene Sulfide PPS Good -40 ~ 220 High chemical resistance, suitable for high-temperature conditions Automotive components, electrical parts
Polyetheretherketone PEEK Good -50 ~ 250 Excellent high-temperature tolerance, resists most inorganic acids and alkalis Medical devices, pump housings, valve components
Polyetherimide PEI (Ultem) Moderate -50 ~ 170°C Resistant to weak acids/alkalis and most solvents; not resistant to strong acids Electronics, medical components