polyvinyl fluoride

polyvinyl fluoride (PVF), a synthetic resin produced by polymerizing vinyl fluoride (CH2=CHF) under pressure in the presence of catalysts. A tough, transparent plastic resistant to attack by chemicals or by weathering, it is commonly manufactured in the form of a film and applied as a protective coating for outdoor surfaces such as building siding or solar collectors.

This article was most recently revised and updated by William L. Hosch.
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Article Title: polyvinyl fluoride
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 20 March 2023
Access Date: May 21, 2025