IMPORTANT PROPERTIES OF KYNAR? PVDF Mechanical strength and toughness High thermal stability High dielectric strength Readily melt processable Exceptional outdoor weather resistancedue to its total inertness to UV radiation Low permeability to most gases and liquids Low flame and smoke characteristics High abrasion resistance Very low creep High purity Resistance to most chemicals and solvents Resistance to nuclear radiation Resistance to fungi Very smooth surfaces can be obtained