Technical Specifications

Polymer Type	Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) – Virgin
Density	2.15–2.20 g/cm³
Water Absorption	< 0.01%
Tensile Strength	20–35 MPa
Tensile Modulus	0.4–0.6 GPa
Elongation at Break	200–400%
Compressive Strength	~15–25 MPa
Continuous Service Temp	-200°C to +260°C
Melting Point	~327°C
Coefficient of Friction	0.05–0.10
UV Resistance	Excellent
Chemical Resistance	Virtually inert to all chemicals
Weather Resistance	Excellent

Certifications & Downloads

Technical Data Sheet (PDF)

PTFE Virgin (Teflon) Rods

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Virgin Teflon (PTFE) Rod – 6mm to 200mm

$5.08 + GST

inc. GST $5.59

24 rod sizes in stock

Diameter (OD)

Fast Shipping 2-4 business days

No Minimum Off-the-shelf sizes

Quality Assured Industry-leading

Available variants

24 rod sizes in stock

White 24 sizes

ODLengthSKUPrice ex GST

6mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-6MM-1M $5.08 + GST
8mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-8MM-1M $9.04 + GST
10mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-10MM-1M $14.08 + GST
12mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-12MM-1M $20.32 + GST
15mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-15MM-1M $31.76 + GST
20mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-20MM-1M $56.40 + GST
25mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-25MM-1M $55.08 + GST
30mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-30MM-1M $79.35 + GST
30mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-30MM-1M $79.35 + GST
40mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-40MM-1M $141.10 + GST
50mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-50MM-1M $220.43 + GST
60mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-60MM-1M $292.03 + GST
70mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-70MM-1M $397.51 + GST
80mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-80MM-1M $519.16 + GST
90mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-90MM-1M $657.04 + GST
100mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-100MM-1M $811.16 + GST
110mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-110MM-1M $810.77 + GST
120mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-120MM-1M $964.88 + GST
130mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-130MM-1M $1,132.39 + GST
140mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-140MM-1M $1,313.35 + GST
150mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-150MM-1M $1,507.63 + GST
160mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-160MM-1M $1,670.27 + GST
180mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-180MM-1M $2,113.90 + GST
200mm 1000mm RD-PTFE-WHT-200MM-1M $2,609.74 + GST

Per-piece pricing for off-the-shelf lengths. For custom cuts or shorter lengths, email us a quote request .

Why choose PTFE Virgin (Teflon) Rods?

Teflon (PTFE) Rods – High Performance, Low Friction

Why choose Perspex Online?

Trusted supplier of technical plastics
Cut-to-size available on request
Fast shipping across Australia

Expert support from our plastics team

Teflon Virgin PTFE rods are renowned for their exceptional chemical resistance, ultra-low friction surface, and high temperature tolerance. Ideal for bushings, seals, gaskets, and insulation in demanding industrial and food-grade applications, PTFE offers outstanding performance where other plastics fail.

At Perspex Online, we supply high-quality PTFE rods with precise cuts and fast turnaround. Whether you’re a machinist, fabricator, or maintenance technician, you can rely on our range for consistent quality, competitive pricing, and Australia-wide delivery.

Order your Teflon PTFE rod today and experience the performance difference.

POL PTFE Technical Data Sheet

Technical Specifications

Polymer Type	Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) – Virgin
Density	2.15–2.20 g/cm³
Water Absorption	< 0.01%
Tensile Strength	20–35 MPa
Tensile Modulus	0.4–0.6 GPa
Elongation at Break	200–400%
Compressive Strength	~15–25 MPa
Continuous Service Temp	-200°C to +260°C
Melting Point	~327°C
Coefficient of Friction	0.05–0.10
UV Resistance	Excellent
Chemical Resistance	Virtually inert to all chemicals
Weather Resistance	Excellent

Certifications & Downloads

Technical Data Sheet (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are PTFE (Teflon) rods used for?

PTFE rods are used to machine components that require low friction, high chemical resistance, and thermal stability. Common applications include seals, valve seats, bearings, bushes, insulators, spacers, and chemical processing parts. PTFE rod is widely used in chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and engineering environments.

What are the key properties of PTFE rod?

PTFE rod offers exceptional chemical resistance, very low friction, excellent electrical insulation, and continuous operating temperatures up to approximately 260°C. It is non-stick, non-reactive, and resistant to most acids, solvents, and chemicals. PTFE is relatively soft and can deform under sustained load.

Is PTFE rod the same as Teflon rod?

Teflon is a brand name commonly used to describe PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene). PTFE is the actual material. Many manufacturers supply PTFE rod to the same material specifications without using the Teflon brand name.

Can PTFE rod handle high temperatures?

Yes. PTFE rod performs reliably across a wide temperature range, from around -200°C up to +260°C in continuous service. It remains stable where most plastics fail, making it suitable for high-temperature machined components.

Is PTFE rod chemically resistant?

PTFE rod is virtually chemically inert. It resists most chemicals, including strong acids, alkalis, solvents, and hydrocarbons. This makes it suitable for aggressive chemical environments where other plastics or metals may corrode or degrade.

Is PTFE rod suitable for load-bearing applications?

PTFE rod has lower mechanical strength than materials like nylon or acetal and is prone to creep under constant load. For higher-load or wear applications, filled PTFE rods (glass-filled, carbon-filled, bronze-filled) are often specified to improve strength and dimensional stability.

Can PTFE rod be machined?

Yes. PTFE rod is commonly machined into finished components using lathes and CNC equipment. Due to its softness, sharp tools, proper support, and controlled cutting speeds are essential to achieve accurate results and avoid deformation.

Is PTFE rod suitable for food contact applications?

Virgin PTFE rod is widely used in food processing and pharmaceutical equipment due to its non-toxic, non-stick, and non-reactive properties. Always confirm material certification if compliance with specific food contact standards is required.

Can PTFE rod be cut to length or machined to order?

Yes. PTFE rod can be supplied cut to length or fully machined to customer drawings. This includes CNC turning for seals, bushes, and precision components, reducing material waste and in-house machining time.

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