Benefits and Advantages of Teflon Coated Piping

Teflon piping is a chemically inert and non-toxic material that features a smooth surface for fluid flow and exceptional temperature resistance. Teflon is commonly also used for coating kitchen utensils and non-stick pans. This type of piping is ideal for applications involving corrosive chemicals, high temperatures, and high voltage. Here are some key advantages of using Teflon coated piping:

1. Corrosion resistance
Coating the steel piping guarantees that the system is resistant to chemicals and maintains structural integrity. The coating prevents internal pipe parts from ever coming into contact with the transported chemicals thus shielding them. 

Teflon coated pipes

2. Chemical Inertness
Teflon coatings are renowned for their outstanding chemical inertness. When applied as a lining for piping, they ensure that harsh chemicals are transferred without contamination, as there is minimal interaction between the transported fluid or gas and the pipe lining. This prevents yield losses and maintains the high quality of the transported chemicals.

3. Durability of piping
Depending on the substance flowing the system, piping systems can last roughly 4-5 years before corrosion and start to become inoperable. The need to replace a piping system causes downtime ranging from days to weeks. Teflon coated piping lasts much longer which reduces the need to decommission and replace which ultimately increases your productivity.

4. Resistance to temperature
Teflon coated piping boasts an exceptional temperature range of -200°C to +200°C, enabling it to endure extreme temperature fluctuations without adverse effects. This broad range provides industry operators with a reliable solution for managing significant temperature variations, thereby enhancing overall system safety.

Teflon coated piping is transforming industries that handle harsh chemicals, fluids, and gasses with wide temperature ranges. These pipes provide numerous advantages, including corrosion resistance, chemical inertness, and the ability to withstand extreme temperatures, all while lowering maintenance costs. BBTech America uses a Teflon coated piping known as BBFlon.