ArticlePolymers2026
Thermal Depolymerization Challenges of PTFE:Silicone Rubber Mixtures and Composite Materials.
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Thermochemical depolymerization of polymer mixtures and composite materials is challenging due to non-additive degradation behavior and the emergence of new reaction pathways during pyrolysis. Both polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and silicone rubber (SR) can depolymerize into monomers or low-molecular-weight oligomers when pyrolyzed individually, making them, in principle, suitable candidates for depolymerization-based recycling. Because they are frequently combined in technical applications and composites, their behavior during co-pyrolysis warrants investigation. However, the pyrolysis of PTFE:SR mixtures and composites remains poorly understood. In this study, we examine the pyrolysis behavior of PTFE:SR systems with emphasis on mass balance, product composition, and the formation of new species to address potential limitations for depolymerization-based recycling. Experiments were conducted on virgin PTFE and SR, defined polymer mixtures, and commercially relevant composites, including PTFE-lined silicone tubing and PTFE:SR septa. The results reveal a pronounced, non-linear dependence of product distribution on PTFE content. Product identification by GC-MS, NMR, and FTIR indicates cleavage of Si-O and Si-CH
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