Silicone Rubber Polymer:
Properties, Characteristics and Resistances
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General Information
Common Name:
SIlicone
Chemical Name:
Polysilixane
Generally Resistant To:
Acid, Weather, Water, Sunlight, Ozone, Oxidation and Staining
Generally Attacked By:
Hydrocarbons, Ketones, Solvents, Impact and Abrasion
ASTM D 2000 / SAE J200 Classification:
FE, GE
MIL-R-3065 / SAE J-14 / MIL-STD-417 Classification:
TA
ASTM D-1418 Designation:
Q
Physical Properties
Elongation:
100% to 900%
Hardness Range (Durometer Shore A):
30 to 90
Mechanical Properties
Compression Set:
Good
Rebound Rating:
Good to Excellent
Flex Cracking Resistance:
Poor to Excellent
Abrasion Resistance:
Poor to Fair
Tear Resistance:
Poor
Impact Resistance:
Poor to Fair
Flame Resistance:
Good to Excellent
Thermal Properties
Minimum Service Temperature:
-80°F to -180°F
Maximum Service Temperature:
+550°F
Environmental Resistance
Recommended Shelf Life:
20 years
Weather Resistance:
Excellent
Sunlight Resistance:
Excellent
Ozone Resistance:
Excellent to Outstanding
Oxidization Resistance:
Excellent
Water Resistance:
Excellent
Steam Resistance:
Fair to Good
Gas Permeability:
Poor to Fair
Radiation Resistance:
Good, 7 x 104 Ga Gy
Poor, 2 x 105 Ga Gy
Chemical Resistance
Acetone:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Amonium Hydroxide:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Animal Fats:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Carbon Dioxide:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Chlorine:
DRY:
- - -
WET:
- - -
Fluorine (Liquid):
NOT RECOMMENDED
Fuel Oil:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Gasoline:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Hydrochloric Acid 37%:
HOT:
NOT RECOMMENDED
COLD:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Hydrochloric Acid Concentrate 37%:
HOT:
NOT RECOMMENDED
COLD:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Kerosene:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Methyl Ethyl Ketone:
- - -
Mineral Oil:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Naptha:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Natural Gas:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Nitric Acid:
Concentrate:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Dillute:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Red Fuming:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Petroleum:
Below 250:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Above 250:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Phosphoric Acid:
20%:
- - -
45%:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Propane:
- - -
Salt Water:
- - -
Skydrol:
Skydrol 500:
Moderate to Severe Effect
Skydrol 7000:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Sodium Hydroxide:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Sulfuric Acid:
Concentrate:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Dillute:
NOT RECOMMENDED
20% Oleum:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Toluene:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Transformer Oil:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Vegetable Oils:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Vinegar:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Recommended Storage Conditions
- Actual shelf life could vary dramatically based on storage conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place with temperature below 75°F
- Keep away from direct heat or open flames
- Avoid contact with solvents or other fluids
- Do not store in direct sunlight
- Keep products wrapped or sealed to minimize the absorption of moisture
- Store in a relaxed condition free from tension, compression or other deformation
Please note that information presented here is general to Silicone polymer. The properties and characteristics of manufactured rubber products may vary based on polymer type and formulation. Our rubber products are a proprietary blend of various polymers formulated to meet stated physicals and specifications. The named product polymer is not necessarily the primary polymer representing the highest percentage of the polymer blend. Determination of the suitability of the goods for the uses and applications contemplated by Buyer and others shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer or user. No guaranty is given with respect to length of service on any particular application. Suggestions or recommendations made by Seller in its product literature concerning uses or applications of the goods are believed to be reliable, but Seller makes no warranty or guaranty of results to be obtained since the conditions of the use and application by Buyer and others are beyond Seller’s control.
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Data presented here was gathered from several sources including Uniroyal Chemical Company, Inc., The Los Angeles Rubber Group, Inc., and Compass Publications.
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