Polyvinylidene fluoride

A fluoropolymer family used in various industrial applications, including specified PV backsheet constructions.

Also called: PVDF, PVdF, PVDF

Material family: Battery and solar materials

Where it matters

Identify the exact layer, blend/coating and finished laminate.

Testing and verification

PVDF and polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) are different polymers; neither acronym describes a complete backsheet.

Related guides

• Solar Photovoltaic Materials & Components: Manufacturing & Qualification
• Electrode Binders: PVDF, CMC, SBR & PTFE
• Advanced Battery Electrode & Separator Materials

Related products and materials

• PV Encapsulant & Backsheet Materials
• Battery Separator Ceramic Coatings
• Battery Electrode Binders & Conductive Additives

Technical references

• Arkema Kynar PVDF family (opens in a new tab)

General information for preliminary evaluation; not independently reviewed or certified. Confirm grades, standards and suitability with the manufacturer for your application. Interpret within the exact material, grade and test method.

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