Zip-On (PFR): Cleanroom-Compliant Polyurethane Cable Jacket
Why Zip-On (PFR) Excels in Demanding Applications
Cable protection in critical environments demands materials that go beyond the limitations of general-purpose polymers like PVC. Zip-On (PFR), manufactured from high-performance polyurethane (PU), delivers superior abrasion resistance, longer operational life, and enhanced material properties, making it an advanced solution for challenging applications.
Technical Advantages of Polyurethane Over PVC
Polyurethane outperforms PVC in several key areas, making it a preferred material for high-demand environments:

- Enhanced Abrasion Resistance: Polyurethane exhibits exceptional durability under mechanical stress, reducing wear in high-friction or high-impact applications.
- Extended Service Life: Unlike PVC, which can degrade or become brittle over time, polyurethane retains its mechanical integrity even in extreme operating conditions, resulting in a significantly longer lifespan.
- Thermal and Chemical Stability: PU demonstrates superior resistance to temperature fluctuations, UV exposure, and harsh chemicals, ensuring consistent performance in diverse environments.
- Structural Flexibility with Strength: Polyurethane maintains high tensile strength without compromising flexibility, offering robust protection while accommodating dynamic movements.
These properties make Zip-On (PFR) a reliable choice where other polymers fail, particularly in environments with stringent performance criteria.
Cleanroom Certification: ISO-5/Class 100 Compliance
One of the defining features of Zip-On (PFR) is its certification for use in ISO-5/Class 100 cleanroom environments, as verified by an independent third-party laboratory.
ISO-5/Class 100 cleanrooms represent a critical level of contamination control, limiting particulate matter to no more than 100 particles per cubic foot of air, with particle sizes of 0.5 microns or larger. Achieving compliance with these standards requires materials to exhibit low particulate shedding, minimal outgassing, and high chemical stability to prevent contamination.
By meeting these stringent requirements, Zip-On (PFR) is an ideal choice for protecting and bundling cables in environments where the slightest contamination could compromise product quality or operational integrity.
Elevating Cleanroom and Cable Management Standards
Zip-On (PFR) exemplifies the precision engineering required for environments with exacting performance and contamination control standards. Constructed from high-performance polyurethane, it offers superior resistance to mechanical abrasion, thermal degradation, and chemical exposure, ensuring long-term reliability. Its ISO-5/Class 100 cleanroom certification, validated through third-party testing, underscores its compliance with stringent particulate emission and outgassing thresholds. Engineered to support mission-critical applications, Zip-On (PFR) delivers unmatched protection and performance in environments where failure is not an option.
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