How long does Xylan coating last?

Xylan 1424 is a fastener coating used to prevent corrosion and improve make up torque. When applied over zinc phosphate it can withstand 1,500 hours of salt fog. This can be extended even longer if it is applied over a primer such as Xylar 1.

Is Xylan a PTFE?

Xylan—like other popular fluoropolymer coatings with trademarked brand names—is used to reduce friction and prevent corrosion and wear and tear in a variety of products under demanding conditions. Chemically, Xylan is a formulation of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

How thick is Xylan coating?

20 to 70 microns
Typical thickness of the Xylan coating is from 20 to 70 microns.

Who makes Xylan coating?

Whitford Corporation
Xylan is the umbrella trademark for most of the Whitford Corporation fluoropolymer coatings line. Xylan is made of low friction, wear resistant composites of fluoropolymers and reinforcing binder resins.

Is xylan and Teflon the same?

Also known as Xylan or Teflon coating, PTFE is tough yet flexible | FluorocarbonST.

Is Xylan safer than Teflon?

Teflon. Both Xylan and Teflon coatings are chemically polytetrafluoroethylenes. Both are dangerous above 500 degrees F, so regardless of which coating is used on your nonstick cookware, you should avoid temperatures at that level. In many cases, Whitford is the company that makes Xylan.

Is Xylan coating safe?

Over 500 degrees, Xylan molecules begin to break down, and over 600 degrees, they can even release a toxic chemical known to kill pet birds and harm humans. Use wooden or silicone utensils when mixing food and serving from your Xylan nonstick cookware. This will help you to avoid scratching the coating.

What is the difference between PTFE and Xylan?

The name Xylan covers Whitford fluoroplastic coatings. The difference between Xylan and Teflon lies in different formulations of specific coatings. Another difference is that Whitford supplies only coatings, while Chemours also supplies basic fluoroplastics materials or products made from those materials.