>Teflon is electrically very good and relatively easy to work. Although
>expensive, it's a convenient and professional replacement for ceramic and
>glass in RF applications involving consistent power (much more than in
>amateur applications) and very high frequencies. Teflon losses, even when
>used inside a coil, stay minimal and the material itself withstands high
>temperatures too.
>Do not use plastic and symilar materials were the losses increase with
>frequency (i.e. nylon) and be aware of risks when using materials which
>might burn in their composite structure if something arcs, therefore
>losing their original insulating property. (i.e. fiberglass)
>
When Teflon burns it sublimates into phosgene gas. (CoCl2)
cheers, Mauri
- Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.
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