5 Different Types of Release Coating

Release coating is a type of chemical coating that can be applied to metals to protect them and to reduce friction. It is useful for many industrial and food related applications. There are several different types of release coating, each with their own specific features and functions.

Fluoroclad 19, or PFA, is a two coat release coating system that is extremely durable. It is available as a wet dispersion coating and as a powder coating. It is typically applied as a combination of liquid and powder. Fluoroclad 19 meets the FDA’s guidelines for food contact, so it is popular for applications within the food industry.

Fluoroclad 7, also known as PTFE, is a three coat wet spray release coating system. PTFE is very durable, highly temperature resistant, and exhibits nonstick properties that are extremely useful in the food industry. For these reasons, PTFE is commonly used on bakeware and cookware.

Fluoroclad 6, or FEP is a two coat release coating system with a broad range of industrial applications. It is extremely heat resistant. It is also able to protect metal from abrasions, thanks to its low coefficient of friction. These properties make FEP ideal for heavy duty industrial applications.

Fluoroclad 5 is a versatile four coat release coating system with many applications ranging from those that are industrial to those that are food contact related. Fluoroclad 5 is a four coat release coating system with a titanium reinforced matrix. Fluoroclad 5 exhibits nonstick properties and a high level of heat resistance. It is great for applications where easy clean up is an important requirement.

Fluoroclad SDFC is a two coat water based release coating system that is reinforced with ceramic. It is particularly useful for applications where repelling weld spatter and slag buildup are top priorities.