[R-390] Teflon

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THE problem with Teflon and Kapton is their cold-flow characteristic. Pull a TFE or Kapton insulated wire against an edge (turning a corner) and-over time-the insulation parts, allowing a short, and probably a spark. Personally, I love TFE, have both mechanical & thermal wire strippers for it, and use it exclusively. 'Course, I really watch out about stretching it against edges, and I DON'T build aircraft!!!  LOL


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-------- Original message --------
From: rbethman <rbethman at comcast.net> 
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To: R-390-List <R-390 at mailman.qth.net> 
Subject: [R-390] Teflon 
 
Yes.  It will melt.

However approval by FAA for aircraft use is based on its ability to NOT 
burst into flame.

Rolls of this sheet have turned up on the E place.  Procured several rolls.

Have found many uses.

Teflon plumbing tape also useful for other things.

Bob - N0DGN
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