Study of PTFE composites tribological behavior

A comparative analysis of seven PTFE composites is presented showing how properties of PTFE can be improved even if the most attractive characteristic of low friction is lost due to the presence of hard particles in the polymer matrix. How the use of both soft and hard phases in a polymer matrix enhances the self-lubricating and the load-carrying properties of the matrix improving the tribological properties of the PTFE is presented.