06 December 2003
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Microelectronics Introduces
the Furon® 1/4" UPRP Precision Pressure Regulator
GARDEN GROVE, CA - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL)
Microelectronics Business today announced the introduction of the
Furon© 1/4" UPRP Precision Pressure Regulator in both manual and
pneumatic actuated versions.
The regulator is specifically designed to deliver aggressive pure
chemicals and DI water at precise predetermined levels while
maintaining constant downstream pressure. The regulator body is
constructed from 100% virgin injection molded High-Purity PFA,
while the diaphragms are made of PTFE/Fluoroloy© T to support
increased regulator life. This results in a High-Purity all
fluoropolymer wetted flow path capable of operating in temperatures
up to 194§ F (90§ C). Features include a PTFE isolation bellows
designed to protect the systems chemistry. Additionally the
pneumatically actuated version features a secondary diaphragm that
will protect the user's compressed air system.
Another aspect of the unique design is the elimination of any
"squeal or chatter" that usually accompanies low flow rates.
Standard on both versions is an integral leak detection port for
ease of monitoring in critical applications. All of the external
surfaces are non-metallic and the regulator is assembled and fully
tested and packaged in a class 100 clean room.
"The Furon© UPRP can be specified for any high-purity fluid
delivery system that is required in semiconductor, chemical
processing or pharmaceutical operations." stated, Craig Maki,
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Product Manager. Saint-Gobain
Performance Plastics is the world's leading producer of
high-performance engineered polymer products. With 50 locations in
17 countries the company is positioned to provide innovative
products and services to a global customer base. The
Microelectronic Business supplies a complete line of semiconductor
grade fluid handling products. Providing customer oriented
solutions the product line includes pumps, valves, fittings,
integrated manifolds and high-purity tubing. For further
information regarding SGPPL products access their web site at
www.plastics.saint-gobain.com.
The parent company, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain, is one of the top
100 industrial corporations in the world. Founded in 1665, the
company is a leading producer of flat glass, glass containers,
insulation, reinforcements, building materials, abrasives,
industrial ceramics and piping.
Furon© and Fluoroloy©T are registered trademarks.