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Fluocon PFPE Series

PFPE Lubricants for Automotive Sealing & EV Battery

Kingrande's Fluocon perfluoropolyether oils deliver unmatched thermal stability, chemical resistance, and dielectric performance — engineered specifically for the demands of modern automotive and electric vehicle platforms.

PFPE Oil for EV Battery Thermal Management
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EV Battery
PFPE Oil for EV Battery Thermal Management
Provides superior dielectric insulation and thermal stability for lithium-ion battery pack sealing and thermal interface applications.
PFPE Lubricant for Automotive Rubber Seals
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Automotive Sealing
PFPE Lubricant for Automotive Rubber Seals
Chemically compatible with FKM and FFKM elastomers, extending seal service life under extreme temperatures and aggressive media.
PFPE Grease for EV Motor Bearings
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EV Motor
PFPE Grease for EV Motor Bearings
Withstands high-speed rotation, electromagnetic interference environments, and extended operating cycles in EV drive systems.
PFPE Oil for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Sealing
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Fuel Cell
PFPE Oil for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Sealing
Inert to hydrogen and strong oxidizing agents, ideal for proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) sealing components.
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Technology Overview

What Is Perfluoropolyether (PFPE) Oil?

Perfluoropolyether (PFPE) oil is a class of fully fluorinated synthetic lubricants built on a backbone of alternating carbon–oxygen units, with all hydrogen atoms replaced by fluorine. This unique molecular architecture endows PFPE with an extraordinary combination of properties unavailable in any conventional hydrocarbon or silicone lubricant.

PFPE oils are chemically inert, thermally stable across a range from –70 °C to over +250 °C, non-flammable, and possess excellent dielectric strength. They exhibit negligible vapor pressure, outstanding oxidation resistance, and are compatible with virtually all engineering plastics, elastomers, and metals.

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Why PFPE Is Critical for EV & Automotive Sealing

As electric vehicles push operating temperatures higher and expose lubricants to aggressive battery electrolytes and high-voltage environments, conventional lubricants fail rapidly. PFPE oils maintain stable viscosity, resist chemical attack from lithium salts and organic solvents, and provide the dielectric isolation essential for EV battery safety — making them the material of choice for next-generation mobility.

Performance Advantages

Core Properties of PFPE Oil in Automotive & EV Applications

Fluocon PFPE lubricants from Kingrande are engineered to meet the extreme demands of modern automotive sealing systems and electric vehicle battery architectures.

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Extreme Temperature Stability
Maintains stable viscosity and lubricating film from –70 °C to +280 °C, covering the full operating range of automotive seals, EV motors, and battery thermal management systems.
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Chemical Inertness
Fully resistant to lithium battery electrolytes, strong acids, bases, oxidizers, and organic solvents — protecting seals and components throughout the vehicle's service life.
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Superior Dielectric Properties
High dielectric strength and low conductivity make PFPE oils ideal for high-voltage EV battery packs, power electronics sealing, and electric motor bearing lubrication.
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Elastomer Compatibility
Non-swelling and non-degrading with FKM, FFKM, EPDM, and silicone rubber seals — ensuring dimensional stability and leak-free performance in critical automotive joints.
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Non-Flammable & Low Volatility
PFPE oils are inherently non-flammable with negligible vapor pressure, dramatically reducing fire risk in battery enclosures and under-hood automotive environments.
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Long Service Life
Exceptional oxidative stability and resistance to thermal degradation translate to significantly extended relubrication intervals, reducing maintenance costs across EV fleets and automotive production lines.
Application Deep Dive

PFPE Oil in Automotive Sealing Systems

Modern automotive sealing systems face an increasingly hostile environment — higher combustion temperatures, more aggressive fuel additives, tighter emission regulations, and the shift toward hybrid and electric powertrains. Traditional petroleum-based lubricants and greases simply cannot meet these escalating demands.

Perfluoropolyether oils have become the go-to sealing lubricant for critical automotive applications including engine crankshaft seals, transmission lip seals, turbocharger shaft seals, brake caliper seals, and fuel injector O-rings. Their chemical inertness ensures zero interaction with fuel, coolant, or hydraulic fluid, while their thermal stability prevents hardening or softening of seal contacts across extreme temperature cycles.

🏆 Industry Insight: PFPE-lubricated rubber seals demonstrate up to 5× longer service life compared to conventional grease-lubricated equivalents in high-temperature automotive testing, significantly reducing warranty costs for OEMs.

In electric and hybrid vehicles, PFPE oils are applied to battery module housing gaskets, cooling plate O-rings, high-voltage connector seals, and power electronics enclosure seals — where both chemical resistance and electrical insulation are non-negotiable requirements.

PFPE Oil Automotive Sealing Application
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PFPE vs. Conventional Lubricants — Automotive Sealing Performance

Property PFPE Oil (Fluocon) Silicone Grease Petroleum Grease
Temperature Range –70 °C to +280 °C –50 °C to +200 °C –30 °C to +150 °C
Chemical Resistance Excellent (all media) Moderate Poor (fuels, solvents)
Dielectric Strength Excellent Good Poor
Elastomer Compatibility All types Limited Limited
Flammability Non-flammable Non-flammable Flammable
Service Life Very Long Moderate Short
PFPE Oil for EV Battery Materials
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EV Battery Deep Dive

PFPE Oil in Electric Vehicle Battery Systems

The transition to electric mobility has created entirely new material challenges. Lithium-ion battery packs operate at high voltages, generate significant heat, and contain highly reactive electrolytes — a combination that destroys conventional lubricants and sealants within months.

Perfluoropolyether oils address these challenges across multiple EV battery subsystems. In battery module sealing, PFPE-based greases applied to housing gaskets and O-rings prevent electrolyte ingress and moisture contamination while maintaining flexibility across wide temperature swings. In thermal management systems, PFPE fluids serve as dielectric coolants that directly contact battery cells without risk of electrical shorting.

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Battery Pack Sealing — A Critical Safety Function

IP67/IP68-rated battery enclosures require sealing materials that maintain integrity after thousands of thermal cycles, exposure to battery off-gases, and mechanical vibration. PFPE-lubricated elastomeric seals consistently outperform alternatives in long-term cycling tests, making them the preferred choice for Tier 1 EV battery manufacturers globally.

Additionally, PFPE oils are used to lubricate the precision connectors and busbars within battery management systems (BMS), where even trace contamination from conventional lubricants can compromise electrical measurements and trigger false battery management alarms.

Industry Outlook

Commercial & Industrial Trends Driving PFPE Demand

The global PFPE market is experiencing accelerating growth, driven by the electrification of transportation, stricter emission regulations, and the demand for longer-lasting, maintenance-free vehicle components.

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EV Market Explosion Fueling PFPE Demand
Global EV sales are projected to exceed 40 million units annually by 2030. Each electric vehicle contains 3–8× more precision sealing points than an ICE vehicle, with each requiring PFPE-grade lubrication for battery, motor, and power electronics protection. This structural shift is creating a multi-billion-dollar demand surge for high-performance PFPE lubricants.
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Solid-State Battery Technology
Next-generation solid-state batteries operate at even higher temperatures and pressures than current lithium-ion designs. PFPE oils are being evaluated as interface lubricants and sealing media for solid-state battery stacks, where their stability at 300 °C+ and chemical inertness to sulfide electrolytes give them a decisive advantage over all competing materials.
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Regulatory Push for PFOA-Free Alternatives
Global regulations phasing out PFOA and related long-chain PFAS compounds are reshaping the fluorochemical landscape. Kingrande's Fluocon PFPE oils and Borflon FSA eco-friendly surfactants are designed to meet the strictest regulatory requirements while maintaining superior performance — positioning Kingrande as a compliance-ready partner for global automotive OEMs.
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Autonomous & Connected Vehicle Requirements
ADAS sensors, LiDAR units, and high-frequency communication modules in autonomous vehicles require precision lubricants with zero outgassing and optical transparency. PFPE oils meet these demanding specifications, emerging as the standard lubricant for automotive sensor housings, camera modules, and radar seal assemblies in next-generation connected vehicles.
Product Portfolio

Product Portfolio & Application

Kingrande specializes in the R&D and production of specialty fluorinated chemicals and silicone materials. Our diverse portfolio includes industry-leading solutions for automotive sealing and EV battery material applications.

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Advanced Fluorinated Materials for EV & Automotive

ChipChill electronic-grade direct immersion single-phase coolant, Fluocon perfluoropolyethers (PFPE) for automotive sealing and EV battery, Borflon FSA (an eco-friendly Y-Type perfluoro surfactant and PFOA substitute), and MQ silicone resin (customizable methyl and vinyl types).

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High-Performance Elastomers for Automotive Sealing

Fluoron fluoroelastomer (FKM), fluorosilicone (FVMQ), and perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) — engineered for the most demanding automotive sealing environments in combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicle platforms.

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Fluocon PFPE — Engineered for Mobility

From R&D to production, Kingrande's PFPE solutions are built for the precision demands of EV battery sealing and automotive lubrication.

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About Us

Chengdu Kingrande Chemicals Co., Ltd.

Overview & Legacy

Chengdu Kingrande Chemicals Co., Ltd. (formerly Chenguang Fluoro & Silicone Elastomers Co., Ltd. / FSE) was founded in 2004. Headquartered in Chengdu with manufacturing sites in Suining, China, we have grown through over 20 years of unremitting efforts from a small team of ten into a comprehensive enterprise with 300+ staff and two subsidiaries.

We have evolved from simple traditional techniques to becoming a leading domestic supplier powered by patented technology, expanding our expertise from FKM pre-compounds to the high-end fine chemical market — including our flagship Fluocon PFPE product line for automotive sealing and EV battery material applications.

  • ISO9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System
  • IATF16949:2016 Automotive Quality Certification
  • ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management
  • Ministry of Industry "Little Giant" Specialized Enterprise
  • National High-tech Enterprise Recognition
  • National Intellectual Property Advantage Enterprise
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Quality & Recognition

Quality is the blood of our enterprise. Kingrande's management system is certified by SGS with ISO9001:2015, IATF16949:2016, and ISO14001:2015. We are recognized by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology as a "Little Giant" of Specialized, Fine, Peculiar, and Innovative enterprises. Our accolades include being named a National High-tech Enterprise, a National Intellectual Property Advantage Enterprise, and a Top 100 Sichuan Enterprise in Technological Innovation.

ISO9001 IATF16949 Certificate
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🏆 National High-tech Enterprise
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Full PFPE Product Range

PFPE Oil Solutions for Automotive Sealing & EV Battery Materials

Explore our complete Fluocon PFPE product series — each grade engineered for a specific automotive or EV battery application scenario requiring extreme performance and reliability.

PFPE Oil for EV Battery Thermal Management
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EV Battery
PFPE Oil for EV Battery Thermal Management
Dielectric coolant and sealing lubricant for lithium-ion battery thermal management systems.
PFPE Lubricant for Automotive Rubber Seals
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Automotive Sealing
PFPE Lubricant for Automotive Rubber Seals
Extends FKM and FFKM seal life under extreme temperature and chemical exposure conditions.
PFPE Grease for EV Motor Bearings
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EV Motor
PFPE Grease for EV Motor Bearings
High-speed bearing lubrication for electric drive motors with superior thermal and electrical resistance.
PFPE Oil for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Sealing
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Fuel Cell
PFPE Oil for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Sealing
Inert to hydrogen and oxidizing agents for PEMFC sealing component lubrication.
PFPE Oil for EV Battery Module Sealing
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Battery Module
PFPE Oil for EV Battery Module Sealing
Ensures IP67/IP68 sealing integrity for EV battery pack housing gaskets and O-rings under thermal cycling.
PFPE Oil for Power Electronics Sealing
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Power Electronics
PFPE Oil for Power Electronics Sealing
Dielectric sealing lubricant for high-voltage inverter and onboard charger enclosure seals in EV platforms.
PFPE Lubricant for Turbocharger Shaft Seals
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Turbocharger
PFPE Lubricant for Turbocharger Shaft Seals
Withstands turbocharger shaft seal operating temperatures exceeding 250 °C with zero carbonization.
PFPE Oil for ADAS Sensor Housing Seals
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ADAS / Autonomous
PFPE Oil for ADAS Sensor Housing Seals
Zero outgassing, optically clear PFPE formulation for LiDAR, camera, and radar sensor seal lubrication.
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