>
>Teflon- does NOT have any chlorine (Cl) in it, and cannot give Phosgene
>when it breaks down. The halogen element on Teflon (PTFE) is fluorine, and,
>in elemental form, makes Phosgene look like candy.
>
>The breakdown temp of PTFE is in the order of 440 C. which is pretty hot.
>
thanks, Bill. The info on Teflon producing phosgene during sublimation
came from a handout at American Plastics Co in Camarillo, CA.
- Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.
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