Virtek IP-rated PTFE used in lighting and electronics

Keep automobiles safer with higher performing venting materials

Compared to competitive vents, POREX Virtek^® vents:

Are a sintered structure that is tougher and more durable than expanded PTFE.
Can be directly ultrasonic or thermally welded to plastic enclosures, creating a permanent bond.
Restricts moisture vapor transmission, which results in less humidity entering into the enclosure during cooling, thereby reducing potential condensation issues.

Banner Webinar Inpage

REGISTER FOR OUR
ON-DEMAND
WEBINAR:

Using Porous Plastics for Venting

Register

Automotive Lighting Vents

Minimize headlight condensation

LEARN MORE

Electronic Enclosure Vents

Protect electronic enclosures with sintered PTFE material

LEARN MORE

Automotive Lighting Vents

Optimize headlight performance

Without the fragility and variability common in non-sintered materials, POREX Virtek PTFE is a unique sintered material that outperforms competitive expanded materials. With its robust porous structure, our vents equalize pressure while minimizing humidity flow into the enclosure and protects enclosure seals from premature failure.

Specifically designed for exterior automotive lights, our vents:

Reduce moisture buildup and condensation– POREX Virtek resists the entry of moisture into the headlight enclosure, thus lowering the risk of condensation on the headlamp lens.
Stop contaminants from entering enclosure–POREX Virtek sintered material repels water, dust, oil and other automotive fluids.
Assemble easily–Very robust sintered structure allows easy handling and can be ultrasonic or thermal welding without cumbersome assembly methods.
Free of PFOA: Compliant with (EC) 1907/2006 REACH / Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 POP

Auto Lighting Vents PTFE

Porex Virtek – Automotive / oleophobic product range (hydrophobic & oleophobic)

Item Number	IP Rating †	WEP^* mbar (Typical)	Typical Airflow l/hr/cm² @70mbar	Filtration Efficiency** >99.99%	Thickness mm	Max Operating Temp °C	Salt Fog^$
PMA10^‡	64,67	370	75	0.4 µ	0.18	260	No pen.
PMA15^‡	65,67,68	520	25	0.1 µ	0.25	260	No pen.
PMA20^‡	65,66,67,68	1050	7	0.1 µ	0.19	260	No pen.

Porex Virtek – General Puropse Venting product range (hydrophobic)

PMV10	64,67	270	107	0.5µ	0.13	260	No Pen.
PMV10L^***	64,67	270	85	0.5µ	0.3	100	No Pen.
PMV15	64,67	370	75	0.4µ	0.18	260	No Pen.
PMV15T^‡	64,67	370	75	0.4µ	0.18	260	No Pen.
PMV20	64,65,68	520	25	0.1µ	0.25	260	No Pen.
PMV25	65,67,68	765	17	0.2µ	0.1		No Pen.
PMV27	65,66,67,68	1050	7	0.1µ	0.19	260	No Pen.

† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified by the user
^*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
^**According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009
^$ASTM B117-11 test method
^***Laminated polyolefin mesh backing
^‡ Oleophobic, AATCC TM 118 – Grade 8
Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate approx. 900g/m2/day. ASTM E96-16 water escaped from sealed cup @ 23±2°C, 50±10%rH chamber.
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may affect properties
RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

PRODUCT OFFERING BY MATERIAL SERIES – POREX Virtek® ADHESIVE DISCS

Dimenions (OD x ID in mm)

Material Series	5 x 2 mm^*	7 x 3 mm	10 x 6 mm	12.7 x 7.1 mm	20 x 13 mm
PMV10	PMV10M	PMV10N	PMV10P	PMV10W	PMV10C
PMV10L	PMV10LM	PMV10LN	PMV10LP	PMV10LW	PMV10LC
PMV15	PMV15M	PMV15N	PMV15P	PMV15W	PMV15C
PMV20	PMV20M	PMV20N	PMV20P	PMV20W	PMV20C
PMV27	PMV27M	PMV27N	PMV27P	PMV27W	PMV27C
PMA10				PMA10W^#

*All products offered in 1,000 discs/roll excluding 5 x 2 mm series which is offered in 10,000 discs per roll
Special order items highlighted for higher MOQ. All others are stocked items
3M 93020LE adhesive standard (120 °C continuous use temperature
# Oleophobic treated and high temperature adhesive (good to 150 °C)
M, N, P, W & C are size codes as listed in column heading.
Many other standard and custom sizes available. Contact Porex for more information

Related Resources:

Datasheet: POREX Ingress Protection (IP) Rated Vents

Datasheet: Porex Virtek IP Rated Protection Vents

Datasheet: POREX Automotive Components

Demonstration video: Demo of Porex Virtek PTFE Common Joining Techniques

Demonstration video: Hydrophobicity and handling properties: POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Demonstration video: Durability comparison of POREX Virtek PTFE vs expanded PTFE

Demonstration video: Dangers of not venting a sealed enclosure

Demonstration video: Keep electronics dry and protected with POREX Virtek PTFE vents

Demonstration video: Porex Virtek PFOA Free Membrane vs. Cast and Non-woven Membranes

PFOA Free Statem e nt

REQUEST SAMPLE

ASK AN ENGINEER

Electronic Enclosure Vents

Protect electronic enclosures with sintered PTFE material

POREX Virtek PTFE is a unique sintered material that outperforms common expanded PTFE.

Without the fragility and inconsistency found in non-sintered PTFE materials, our vents:

Reduce pressure buildup in sealed enclosures–Air-permeable structure acts as a pressure relief valve, equalizing pressure and protecting enclosure seals from premature failure.
Stop contaminants from entering enclosure– POREX Virtek sintered material repels dust, water, oils and other automotive fluids.
Assemble easily–Sintered structure allows easy handling and ultrasonic welding without cumbersome assembly techniques.
Free of PFOA: Compliant with (EC) 1907/2006 REACH / Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 POP

Banner Webinar Inpage

Download our Tech Brief:

Learn how to ultrasonically weld PTFE protection vents

Download

Auto Lighting Vents PTFE

Porex Virtek – Automotive / oleophobic product range (hydrophobic & oleophobic)

Item Number	IP Rating †	WEP^* mbar (Typical)	Typical Airflow l/hr/cm² @70mbar	Filtration Efficiency** >99.99%	Thickness mm	Max Operating Temp °C	Salt Fog^$
PMA10^‡	64,67	370	75	0.4 µ	0.18	260	No pen.
PMA15^‡	65,67,68	520	25	0.1 µ	0.25	260	No pen.
PMA20^‡	65,66,67,68	1050	7	0.1 µ	0.19	260	No pen.

Porex Virtek – General Puropse Venting product range (hydrophobic)

PMV10	64,67	270	107	0.5µ	0.13	260	No Pen.
PMV10L^***	64,67	270	85	0.5µ	0.3	100	No Pen.
PMV15	64,67	370	75	0.4µ	0.18	260	No Pen.
PMV15T^‡	64,67	370	75	0.4µ	0.18	260	No Pen.
PMV20	64,65,68	520	25	0.1µ	0.25	260	No Pen.
PMV25	65,67,68	765	17	0.2µ	0.1		No Pen.
PMV27	65,66,67,68	1050	7	0.1µ	0.19	260	No Pen.

† IEC std. 60529; IP 68 is a user defined and results must be verified by the user
^*WEP = Water Entry Pressure
^**According to IEST RP-CC007.2 2009
^$ASTM B117-11 test method
^***Laminated polyolefin mesh backing
^‡ Oleophobic, AATCC TM 118 – Grade 8
Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate approx. 900g/m2/day. ASTM E96-16 water escaped from sealed cup @ 23±2°C, 50±10%rH chamber.
Properties are typical and not meant for specifications. Selected options and adhesives may affect properties
RoHS, WEEE, REACH Compliant (PFOA Free)

PRODUCT OFFERING BY MATERIAL SERIES – POREX Virtek® ADHESIVE DISCS

Dimenions (OD x ID in mm)

Material Series	5 x 2 mm^*	7 x 3 mm	10 x 6 mm	12.7 x 7.1 mm	20 x 13 mm
PMV10	PMV10M	PMV10N	PMV10P	PMV10W	PMV10C
PMV10L	PMV10LM	PMV10LN	PMV10LP	PMV10LW	PMV10LC
PMV15	PMV15M	PMV15N	PMV15P	PMV15W	PMV15C
PMV20	PMV20M	PMV20N	PMV20P	PMV20W	PMV20C
PMV27	PMV27M	PMV27N	PMV27P	PMV27W	PMV27C
PMA10				PMA10W^#

*All products offered in 1,000 discs/roll excluding 5 x 2 mm series which is offered in 10,000 discs per roll
Special order items highlighted for higher MOQ. All others are stocked items
3M 93020LE adhesive standard (120 °C continuous use temperature
# Oleophobic treated and high temperature adhesive (good to 150 °C)
M, N, P, W & C are size codes as listed in column heading.
Many other standard and custom sizes available. Contact Porex for more information

Related Resources:

Datasheet: POREX Ingress Protection (IP) Rated Vents

Datasheet: Porex Virtek IP Rated Protection Vents

Datasheet: POREX Automotive Components

Demonstration video: Demo of Porex Virtek PTFE Common Joining Techniques

Demonstration video: Hydrophobicity and handling properties: POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Demonstration video: Durability Comparison of POREX Virtek PTFE vs. expanded PTFE

Demonstration video: Dangers of not venting a sealed enclosure

Demonstration video: Keep electronics dry and protected with POREX Virtek PTFE vents

Demonstration video: Porex Virtek PFOA Free Membrane vs. Cast and Non-woven Membranes

PFOA Free Statement

REQUEST SAMPLE

ASK AN ENGINEER