High Performance Materials for Data Center Applications
Building envelope & thermal protection - Material and coating solutions for durable and thermally protected data center buildings
Cool roof coatings for heat reflection
Data centers need roof systems that help reduce heat absorption and lower cooling demand. Kynar Aquatec® PVDF supports long-lasting cool roof performance with high solar reflectance, while Kynar 500® PVDF is used in durable cool metal roofing systems designed to help keep roof surfaces cooler and improve energy efficiency.
Durable weatherable roofs
Roofing materials must also withstand UV exposure, dirt pickup, and weathering over time. Kynar Aquatec® PVDF and Kynar 500® PVDF offer long-term weatherability and durability for roofing applications exposed to demanding outdoor conditions.
For other civil structure challenges, including thermal insulation solutions for data center buildings, see also Forane® solutions.
Technical resource
Kynar Aquatec® PVDF for cool roof and building envelope applications
Discover how Kynar Aquatec® PVDF technology supports durable and weather‑resistant building envelope solutions for demanding infrastructure environments.
The resource highlights the benefits of PVDF‑based coatings for thermal protection, solar reflectance, UV resistance, and long‑term durability in energy‑efficient building applications.
Power supply & energy storage system - Material solutions for reliable power distribution and energy storage systems in data centers
Fiber optic cable protection
Data centers rely on high-performance fiber optic networks to maintain fast, stable, and high-speed data transmission. Cable materials must protect sensitive lines while supporting long-term reliability and processability. Kynar® PVDF is well suited for fiber optic cable applications thanks to its chemical resistance, flexibility, and durability.
Power cable jacketing
Power distribution and backup systems in data centers require cable jackets that combine resistance to heat, chemicals, and mechanical stress. Kynar® PVDF is also used in power cable applications, where it helps support protective jacketing with strong durability and reliable performance over time.
Reliable performance in dense installations
In compact and high-density data center layouts, cable materials must help ensure safe routing, durability, and long service life without adding unnecessary weight or complexity. Kynar® PVDF provides a balance of flexibility, heat resistance, and long-term performance that makes it a strong option for demanding wire and cable systems.
Battery cell performance and electrode stability
Backup power and energy storage are increasingly important in data center resilience strategies. As advanced battery technologies become widely adopted, materials must ensure reliable cycling, stability, and consistent performance. Kynar® PVDF is used as a battery cell separator coating and cathode binder, helping support the performance of energy storage components.
Thermal management for battery systems
As energy storage becomes more integrated into data center infrastructure, heat management becomes a key design challenge. Zenimid™ Polyimide Films contributes to battery thermal management solutions where electrical insulation and heat resistance are required to maintain safe and stable operation in high-density environments.
Technical brochure
Kynar® PVDF performance characteristics for power and energy systems
Discover how Kynar® and Kynar Flex® PVDF technologies support demanding power and energy environments through a combination of thermal stability, chemical resistance, and long‑term performance.
The brochure highlights key PVDF material characteristics used in high‑performance electrical and energy system applications.
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Cooling systems - Material solutions for efficient and reliable thermal management in data centers
Cooling fluid handling and distribution
Efficient chip cooling in data centers depends on reliable fluid circulation through complex and high-density environments. Tubing, valves, connectors, and internal components must combine chemical resistance, durability, and ease of integration. Rilsan® PA11 supports cooling circuits and quick connectors, offering a unique combination of lightweight performance, durability, and flexibility. Its performance, including flame resistance and compatibility with laser welding, contributes to reliable fluid handling systems, while its bio-based origin supports more sustainable solutions.
Kynar® PVDF brings excellent chemical resistance and long-term reliability in demanding fluid handling environments. Together, these materials help support stable transmission of cooling media across the installation.
Heat management and heat spreading
Efficient cooling in data centers not only relies on fluid circulation but also on the ability to dissipate and distribute heat efficiently across high-density components. Cooling plates and thermal interface systems increasingly require materials that combine thermal stability, electrical insulation, and compatibility with advanced heat-spreading technologies. Zenimid™ Polyimide, used in combination with synthetic graphite sheets, supports efficient heat distribution in cooling plates and electronic modules, improving thermal performance in compact and high‑power environments.
For other cooling-related challenges, see also Forane® and Oleris® solutions.
Technical brochure
Rilsan® PA11 - bio-based high‑performance polyamide for fluid handling and cooling systems
Discover how Rilsan® PA11 supports demanding cooling and fluid handling systems through a unique combination of lightweight performance, durability, chemical resistance, and long‑term reliability.
The brochure presents Rilsan® PA11 as a high‑performance, bio‑based polyamide solution enabling efficient cooling circuits, tubing, and connectors designed for demanding data center environments.
Electronics - Advanced materials for high-performance electronics in data centers
Flexible circuitry and electrical insulation
As data center electronics become more compact and high-performance, materials must ensure reliable electrical insulation, thermal stability, and long-term durability. Zenimid™ Polyimide Films support Flexible Printed Circuit Boards (FPCB) and advanced electronic applications where consistent insulation and resistance to high temperatures are critical for performance and reliability.
Ultra-pure water systems and fluid purity
Ultra-pure water systems are essential in high-performance electronic and semiconductor-related environments, where maintaining fluid purity is critical to protecting sensitive electronic equipment and ensuring long-term reliability. Kynar® PVDF ultra-pure resins are used in high-purity water piping and fluid handling equipments, providing excellent chemical resistance, and long-term stability in demanding environments.
News
Arkema launches world’s first 4 μm ultra‑thin polyimide film
Discover how Zenimid™ Polyimide technology supports next‑generation electronic applications requiring extreme thinness, thermal stability, flexibility, and electrical insulation.
The news highlights the development of ultra‑thin polyimide films designed for advanced electronics applications including flexible printed circuits (FPCBs), high‑density electronic systems, and thermal management technologies.
Why use High Performance Polymers in data center applications?
Why use Kynar® PVDF in data centers?
- Wire & cable protection
- Battery systems and energy storage components
- Semiconductor manufacturing and ultra-pure environments
- Chemical resistance
- Electrical insulation and reliability
- Low shrink-back
- Easy processing
Why use Rilsan® PA11 in data centers?
- Replacement of Stainless Steel in fluid handling systems
- Enables modular systems and simplified maintenance
- Low-carbon / bio-based origin
- Chemical resistance
- Lightweight
- Durability and reliability
- Flame resistance
Why use Kynar Aquatec® PVDF in data centers?
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Cool roof coatings
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High solar reflectance
- Weatherability
- Energy efficiency
Why use Kynar 500® PVDF in data centers?
- Cool metal roofing
- UV resistance
- Long-term durability
- Solar reflectance
Why use Zenimid™ Polyimide in data centers?
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Flexible printed circuits
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Electrical insulation
- Thermal resistance
- Dimensional stability