A unique handbook on working with those partially fluorinated and perfluorinated polymers which contain sufficient ionic groups to dominate the transport properties of the polymer. Its emphasis is on the practical aspects of working with fluorinated polymers, and it is intended to help the scientist and engineer in the preparation, fabrication, use, and study of these products as well as in the development of new applications and compositions. Extensive coverage is given to perfluorinated ionomers because of the practical importance of this group of polymers.

Contents:
Introduction
History
Manufacture
Properties
Applications
Fuel Cells and Batteries
Commercial Membrane Types
Economic Aspects
Experimental Methods
Heat Sealing and Repair
Handling and Storage
Toxicology, Safety and Disposal
Appendix A, B, C, D
Suppliers and Resources
Glossary and Web Sites