T-Glide, PTFE coated wire from KT Medical
Leveraging advanced coating technology to meticulously apply a robust, tightly bonded, and consistent PTFE layer to the wire.
This specialized coating not only ensures a low friction coefficient but also enhances chemical resistance, creating a sleek and lubricated surface ideal for precision coiling and mandrel wires. This meticulous process guarantees our customers a superior product that meets their exacting standards for quality and performance.
Base Material
Available Grades
Stainless Steel 302/302V (conforms to ASTM A313)
Stainless Steel 304/304V (conforms to ASTM A313)
Nitinol (conforms to ASTM F2063)
Coating Material
IUPAC Name poly (1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethylene)
Color green / blue / clear
Coating Thickness 3 – 7 micrometer
Chemical Formula (C2F4)n
Melting Point 600k (327oC)
Density .039 lb/in3 (1.1 g/cm3)
Static Friction Coefficient 0.08 – 0.14
Young’s Modulus at R.T. 0.5 GPa
Coating Adhesion Test conforms to ASTM D3359-17
Friction Test conforms to ASTM D1894
Additional Processing Capabilities
Grinding centerless grinding
Coiling PTFE coil
Metal Joining welding, soldering
If you have a customized design in mind and are looking for proper materials or coatings for it, please contact us. We’ll be very happy to discuss with you further.
If you have demands for manufacturing, please request for quotation directly.
In additional to T-GlideTM (PTFE coated wire), PTFE coil is also one of our renowned products. PTFE coil will be launched soon in our online shop for engineering purposes and it contains standard items that are regularly kept in stock.
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