High Purity PFA & FEP Tubing | 100% Virgin Daikin Resin | Liberty CES
The Purity You Need. The Specs You Can Trust.
Distributing Altafluor® 480 (UHP PFA) & 200 (FEP) for Mission-Critical Fluid Transfer.
“We don't just sell tubing. We engineer compliance. Every foot of PFA we supply is traceable to 100% Virgin Daikin AP-231 SH Resin, ensuring zero spec failures in your wet bench or chemical feed system.”
Specification-Grade Materials, Not Commodity Tubing
Resin Authority
Manufactured using exclusively Daikin AP-231 SH Resin. This offers 25% smoother surface finish than standard PFA, reducing biofilm and particulate entrapment.
Compliance
- SEMI F57 (Semiconductor)
- FDA & NSF-61 (Food & Water)
- USP Class VI (Pharma)
PFA vs. FEP: Choose the Right Fluoropolymer for the Job
Altafluor® 480 (UHP PFA) and Altafluor® 200 (FEP) cover different performance priorities: heat, flex life, purity, and clarity.
Decision Shortcut
If you need maximum thermal margin and long flex life under chemical service, prioritize UHP PFA. If you need glass-like clarity for monitoring, prioritize FEP.
| Feature | Altafluor® 480 (UHP PFA) | Altafluor® 200 (FEP) |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Semiconductor, Pharma, Aggressive Acids | Visual Monitoring, UV Systems, Lab Use |
| Max Temp | 500°F (260°C) | 400°F (204°C) |
| Clarity | Translucent (Hazy) | Glass-Like Clarity (Best for Sight Glass) |
| Flex Life | Extreme (Comparable to PTFE) | Moderate |
| Resin | 100% Virgin Daikin AP-231 SH | High-Grade FEP |
FEP Heat Shrink: Protection for Critical Probes.
Extend the life of your sensors and rollers. Our FEP Heat Shrink offers the chemical resistance of Teflon™ with a lower shrink temperature, protecting delicate electronics underneath.
Where It Wins
- Zeus alternative for high-purity protective sleeves
- 1.3:1 shrink ratio for controlled recovery
- Medical tubing protection and delicate electronics encapsulation
Dual Containment Tubing Systems
Prevent catastrophic leaks. Our Dual Containment PFA systems protect your personnel from hazardous acid leaks (H2SO4, HF) by containing failures within a secondary barrier.
Designed for High-Consequence Service
When a leak is unacceptable, dual containment provides a second line of defense. Ask us for guidance on routing, supports, penetrations, and the right fluoropolymer selection for your chemical and temperature range.
Direct Answers
Clear guidance for selecting UHP PFA, FEP, and heat shrink solutions for mission-critical fluid transfer.
What is the difference between PFA and FEP tubing?
PFA (Perfluoroalkoxy) handles higher temperatures (up to 500°F) and has a longer flex life, making it superior for dynamic industrial machinery. FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) handles up to 400°F but offers superior optical clarity, making it the industry standard for sight glasses and liquid level monitoring.
Why is Daikin AP-231 SH resin important for PFA tubing?
Daikin AP-231 SH is a 100% virgin-grade resin that produces a significantly smoother surface finish than standard PFA. This reduces particle entrapment and bacterial growth, which is critical for SEMI F57 semiconductor compliance and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
What is the heat shrink temperature of FEP?
FEP heat shrink typically recovers (shrinks) at approximately 375°F (190°C). This lower shrink temperature allows it to be applied over temperature-sensitive components (like sensors or cables) that would be damaged by the higher heat required for PTFE shrink tubing.
Is Altafluor PFA tubing compatible with Sulfuric Acid?
Yes. Altafluor® 480 UHP PFA is chemically inert to nearly all industrial chemicals, including concentrated Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4), Hydrofluoric Acid (HF), and Nitric Acid, across its full temperature range.
Does Liberty CES sell Semiconductor Grade tubing?
Yes. We supply Altafluor® 480, which is specifically manufactured in a cleanroom environment and bagged in anti-static packaging to meet the strict particulate requirements of the Semiconductor industry (SEMI F57).
Connect Tubing to the Correct Hose + Seal Strategy
Purity doesn’t end at the tube. These pages cover the downstream transfer line and the flange sealing approach that protects your whole run.
Chemical Acid Transfer Hoses (Suction & Discharge)
When you step out of rigid tubing, liner chemistry + vacuum reinforcement becomes the safety factor.
View Chemical Hoses
GORE™ Expanded PTFE Gaskets & Sealants
Seal mixed-material flanges and eliminate cold flow—the most common hidden cause of chronic seepage.
View GORE™ SealingSpec It Once. Run It Right.
High-purity success is repeatable: validate resin + compliance, validate fittings/routing, and match the sealing method to your flange reality.