SILICONE OVERVIEW
Silicone rubber is a remarkable material renowned for its exceptional versatility and performance across a wide range of applications. As a leading silicone rubber manufacturer and supplier in the US, Elastostar takes pride in delivering high-quality silicone rubber products that meet the stringent demands of various industries.
Silicone rubber is a special kind of rubber that combines organic and inorganic features, mainly using highly pure fumed silica.Unlike traditional rubber, silicone’s unique polymer structure comprises long chains of alternating silicon and oxygen atoms, blending organic flexibility with inorganic resilience.
This makes silicone rubber really useful in different industries like electrical, automotive, food, medical, household appliances, and leisure products. It can handle high temperatures well, has good electrical insulation, and is resistant to chemicals. So, it’s a great choice, especially for things like rubber extrusions.
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Characteristics of silicone rubber
Heat Resistance
Silicone rubbers excel in heat resistance compared to typical organic rubbers. Their properties remain virtually unchanged even at high temperatures. Heat Resistant Silicone Rubber is ideal for permanent use in rubber parts exposed to elevated temperatures.
Non-stickiness Properties Non-corrosive
Chemically inert, silicone rubbers possess excellent mold-releasing properties and do not corrode other substances. They find use in various applications, including fixed rolls for photocopy machines, printing rolls, sheets, and lost wax processes.
Resistance to Steam
Silicone rubbers maintain low water absorption, around 1%, even during prolonged water immersion. They generally resist deterioration when in contact with steam, although high-pressure steam above 302°F may cause siloxane polymer breakdown.
Electrical Properties
Silicone rubbers exhibit excellent electrical insulating properties and stability across a wide range of frequencies and temperatures. They resist deterioration when immersed in liquid and show remarkable resistance to corona discharge and high-voltage electricity.
Transparency and Coloring
Unlike carbon-infused organic rubbers, silicone rubbers can be highly transparent by incorporating fine silica. This transparency allows easy coloration with pigments, enabling the production of vibrant, colorful products.
Weathering Resistance
Choose flexibility with our silicone rubber cord, available in a range of colors and cut to any length you require. From smaller diameters starting at 1/32” to larger 2” diameters, our rubber cords offer versatility and customization.
Gas Permeability
Silicone rubbers offer better gas and water vapor permeability, making them suitable for applications like gas-water separating membranes for artificial heart-lung and oxygen-enriching devices.
High Tensile and Tear Strength
While the tear strength of silicone rubbers is typically around 15kgf/cm, higher tensile and tear strength products (30kgf/cm to 50kgf/cm) are available, ideal for complex moldings. Silicone Rubber Molding can be used for applications requiring greater tear strength.
Incombustibility
Silicone rubbers resist easy combustion and, with the addition of flame retardants, can achieve incombustibility. They meet combustibility classification standards such as UL94 and UL94V-0, releasing no smoke or toxic gases when burned.
Cold Resistance
Silicone rubbers have a low brittle point, ranging from 76°F to 94°F, in contrast to the 68°F to 86°F brittle point of regular organic rubbers.
Thermal Conductivity
With a thermal conductivity of approximately 0.5 e+3 cal.cm.sec.°C, silicone rubbers find application in heat sink sheets and heating rollers due to their excellent thermal conductivity.
Compression Set
Utilized in packing materials subjected to compressive deformation under heating conditions, silicone rubbers exhibit a stable compression set over a wide temperature range from 140°F to 482°F. Post-cure is recommended, especially for products with a low compression set.
Why choose Elastostar?
As a leading silicone rubber supplier and manufacturer, Elastostar is dedicated to delivering high-quality silicone rubber products that meet and exceed industry standards. With our expertise and commitment to innovation, we can provide tailored solutions to meet your specific needs.
For all your silicone rubber requirements, contact Elastostar today. We take pride in being your trusted partner in providing top-notch silicone rubber solutions for your business.
