ZOTEK® F30 is categorised as a lightweight, flexible grade of high-performance PVDF material, providing a density of 30kg/m3.
A closed-cell polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) foam, ZOTEK® F30, offers an excellent balance of extreme light weight, inherent fire-retardant properties, and superb thermoforming capabilities for complex shapes. ZOTEK® F30 is chosen over higher-density ZOTEK® F grades for applications where weight reduction is paramount to maximise lifetime fuel savings, while maintaining strict compliance with aviation fire, smoke, and toxicity (FST) and radiant heat panel standards. As such, it is a popular choice for flexible ducting in environmental control systems (ECS), lightweight seating components, and thermal or acoustic insulation panels across commercial and military aircraft.
If you’re unsure whether ZOTEK® foam is the best option for your application, we can help. We provide objective and expert guidance on material selection and can leverage our full suite of conversion machinery to deliver custom foam products tailored to your needs.
This product information (provided by Zotefoam) provides typical values for ZOTEK® F30 foam and does not constitute a specification. Please contact our foam experts for further advice if required.
A summary of key information for ZOTEK® F30 foam material is as follows:
| Property | Test Standard | Typical Value |
|---|---|---|
| Apparent Density Skin/Skin | BS EN ISO 7214:2012 | 30 kg/m³ |
| Cell size (diameter) | Internal | 0.27 mm |
| Compression stress-strain (25%) | BS EN ISO 7214:2012 | 50 kPa |
| Tensile strength | BS EN ISO 7214:2012 | 400 kPa |
| Tensile elongation | BS EN ISO 7214:2012 | 190 % |
| Flamability | FAR/CS 25.853 (d) App F Pt IV – Heat Release | Pass at 3mm (¹/₈”) |
| Compression set (25% comp., 22hr, 23°C) | BS EN ISO 7214:2012 (25mm cell-cell) | 13 (½ hr recovery) |
| Max operating temp* | Internal | 110 °C |
| Water absorption | ISO 2896:2001 Ed3. | Less than 1% |
| Thermal conductivity (mean temp 40°C) | ISO 8301:1991 | 0.038 W/mK |
*Please see datasheet for full details.
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Polyformes can split/skive, laminate and butt-weld ZOTEK® material to the specific dimensions you require. You can also select skin or cell finishes. MOQs may apply to certain size/material options.
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ZOTEK® F30 foam sheets are suitable for conversion using the following processes:
With the ZOTEK® F range of foams utilising Kynar® PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), and offering exceptional purity, stability and chemical resistance, it is suitable for a range of specific applications. Please note, however, that this list is not exhaustive – if you cannot see your intended application, please get in touch to discuss your options with our foam experts.
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