Products in Wire & Cable

Braskem HDP0353 is a high density polyethylene copolymer (HDPE) developed for corrugated piping. Applications and suggested users include Industrial Standard Compliance ASTM D 3350 and Cell Classification PE 435620A.

SLH218 is a LLDPE Hexene copolymer, expertly crafted by Braskem. This grade delivers an optimal balance of optical properties, mechanical properties (especially stretchability), sealability, and processability. It contains very low gel content, ensuring smooth processing. With a minimum biobased carbon content of 84%, determined according to ASTM D6866, SLH218 upholds sustainable practices while offering versatile performance in various applications.

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SLL318 is a linear low density polyethylene, copolymer of butene-1, developed specifically for cast film extrusion applications. Films produced with this product exhibit excellent mechanical properties and enhanced sealability. With a minimum biobased carbon content of 87%, as determined by ASTM D6866, this grade aligns with sustainable practices. Additionally, it contains oxidant additives to further enhance its performance.

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POWERSIL® 730 A/B is a low-viscosity two-component compound known for its excellent processing properties, high tracking and erosion resistance, as well as outstanding mechanical and electrical properties. It is a ready-to-use system that is very easy to process due to its low viscosity. Additionally, it exhibits excellent dielectric properties and high arcing resistance.

HDK® N20 is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. This white colloidal powder offers high purity and serves multiple purposes. One of the primary applications of HDK® N20 is as a thickening and thixotropic agent in organic systems such as unsaturated polyesters, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and cosmetics. Additionally, it functions as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers.

HDK® T30 is a hydrophilic, synthetic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® T30 is a white colloidal powder of high purity. It finds application in inkjet paper, make-up, powder coatings, printing inks, and rheology control.

ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/30 R A/B is a liquid silicone rubber of the ELASTOSIL® LR 3003 series. It is a paste-like, easily pigmentable, two-component compound with a short curing time. Its vulcanizates are noted for their high transparency and excellent mechanical properties.

POWERSIL® GEL A/B is a pourable, two-component silicone mixture that cures at room temperature to form a transparent, very soft silicone gel. The resulting vulcanizate exhibits excellent mechanical damping properties, providing effective vibration absorption. Additionally, this gel is non-bleeding, ensuring its stability and integrity over time.

WACKER® Primer G 790 Toluene Free is a solution of reactive siloxanes and silanes in an organic solvent. It is specifically formulated to be free of toluene and other aromatic solvents. The primer can be applied directly to the substrate or diluted if desired. As the solvent evaporates and when exposed to ambient humidity, the primer forms a rigid film that firmly adheres to the substrate. By applying a silicone rubber onto the primed substrate and subsequently vulcanizing it, a strong bond is achieved between the silicone rubber and the substrate.

POWERSIL® 3500 MH is a high-temperature vulcanizing (HTV) silicone rubber, used as an addition-curing one-component compound for the production of press-cured articles. The resulting vulcanized products are resistant to tracking and display good to very good mechanical properties. The compound does not release any peroxide split products during cure or post-cure processes. The curing system is significantly faster compared to peroxide-curing materials; cure time can be reduced by 30-50%, depending on the wall thickness.

WACKER® Primer G 790 is a solution containing reactive siloxanes and silanes dissolved in an organic solvent. This primer can be directly applied to the substrate or can be diluted if needed. As the solvent evaporates and when exposed to atmospheric humidity at room temperature, the primer forms a rigid film that firmly adheres to the substrate. By applying a silicone rubber onto the primed substrate and subsequently vulcanizing it, a strong bond is achieved between the silicone rubber and the substrate.

GENIOPLAST® Fluid FR is a high-viscosity silicone formulation specifically designed as a polymer additive for polyolefins and other thermoplastic resins. It is composed of a linear silicone fluid with a dissolved silicone resin, resulting in a clear and colorless formulation. The primary application of GENIOPLAST® Fluid FR is in plastic additives.

POWERSIL® 464 A/B is a ready-to-use, two-component system of electrically conductive liquid silicone rubber. It exhibits medium conductivity and possesses good electrical and mechanical properties. It is specifically designed with excellent bonding features on RTV-2 rubber, ensuring stable electrical properties and reliable mechanical performance.

WACKER® Silicone Paste P is a translucent, vaseline-like paste that has a relatively stiff consistency and provides water repellency. When applied to parts, WACKER® Silicone Paste P offers excellent water repellency, which helps protect against corrosion. The paste also becomes softer when subjected to shear stress or other mechanical stress, such as kneading. This softening effect often makes the processing of the paste easier.

ELASTOSIL® E209 is a one-component silicone rubber with low viscosity that cures at room temperature under the influence of atmospheric humidity. It has a flowable consistency and utilizes an acetoxy-cure mechanism. ELASTOSIL E209 demonstrates good primerless adhesion to a variety of substrates. For optimal results in specific applications, it is recommended to conduct preliminary tests to optimize the conditions.

HDK® H15 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H15 is commonly utilized as a thickening and thixotropic agent in coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and other applications. Additionally, it serves as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers. Moreover, HDK® H15 functions as a free flow additive in the production of technical powders.

POWERSIL® 415 MH is a high-permittivity, high-consistency silicone rubber specifically designed for the production of refractive field control devices for cable accessories. This ready-to-use material is suitable for all types of molding applications and ensures optimal performance in the production of cable accessories requiring refractive field control.

POWERSIL® Paste AP is an opaque to whitish paste with a medium consistency. It exhibits good values for electrical insulation, permittivity, and dielectric strength. Additionally, POWERSIL® Paste AP shows minimal swelling of silicone elastomers it comes in contact with, thanks to the utilization of a special phenyl-silicone oil.

POWERSIL® 590 is a purpose-built, thermally stabilized, one-component silicone sealant with a retarded curing process. Its low viscosity makes it easy to cast, and it offers primerless adhesion. This protective silicone sealant is specifically designed for cable jointing applications. In the absence of moisture, POWERSIL® 590 remains in a liquid state for an extended period, preventing the formation of voids.

GENIOSIL® GF 56 is an alkoxyvinylsilane. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. In the presence of moisture, it undergoes hydrolysis (releasing ethanol) to form silanols, which can further react with each other to generate siloxanes. Acting as a bifunctional molecule, GENIOSIL® GF 56 serves as a molecular bridge between organic and inorganic substrates.

ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 3210 A/B is a pourable addition-curing RTV-2 silicone rubber specifically designed for coating, lamination, encapsulation, and molding applications. This product undergoes vulcanization at both room temperature and under heat, resulting in a transparent silicone rubber with excellent transmission properties and a moderate hardness. Cured ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 3210 A/B exhibits exceptional long-term stability against weathering, moisture, and UV light. It can withstand constantly changing climatic conditions, UV radiation, and temperatures up to 180 °C (356 °F) without any damage to the silicone elastomer.

POWERSIL® 735 Light Gray A/B is a two-component compound with low viscosity, offering excellent processing properties. The resulting vulcanizates exhibit remarkable resistance to tracking and erosion, along with favorable mechanical properties such as high tear strength. Additionally, they demonstrate excellent dielectric behavior, making it a reliable choice for various applications.

POWERSIL® 311 MH is a one-component, ready-to-use peroxide curing compound. It cures to form an electrically insulating silicone elastomer with high erosion resistance. This product is specifically recommended for the production of electrical insulating equipment used outdoors, such as composite insulators, arrester housings, bushings, and more. It is particularly suitable for extruded parts that are cured in the air.

ELASTOSIL® R 573/70 A/B is a two-component, electrically conductive HCR silicone rubber for the manufacture of electrically conductive products. This product is an addition-cured electrically conductive HCR silicone rubber that shows a low volume resistivity. This product can be used within a temperature range of -55 °C to +210 °C.

ELASTOSIL® R Plus 4360/60 MH is a two-component, high consistency silicone rubber specifically designed for the manufacture of extruded articles. The vulcanizates produced using this silicone rubber exhibit excellent elasticity (rebound resilience) and demonstrate good tear resistance. In comparison to other platinum curing grades like the ELASTOSIL® R plus 4305 series, ELASTOSIL® R Plus 4360/60 MH showcases improved physical resistance.

SEMICOSIL® 989/1K is a one-part, ready-to-use silicone rubber that cures through thermal curing. It is non-slumpy and exhibits thixotropic properties, making it easy to handle and apply. This transparent silicone rubber has a medium hardness, providing a balance between flexibility and rigidity. It cures rapidly with heat and offers primerless adhesion to a wide range of substrates.

ELASTOSIL® R Plus 4305/80 is a two-component, high-consistency silicone rubber specifically designed for the manufacture of extruded articles. Cured articles made from this addition-curing rubber exhibit excellent transparency and display good to very good mechanical properties. This fast-curing silicone rubber demonstrates good to very good mechanical properties. The vulcanization reaction is significantly faster compared to peroxide-curing materials, thanks to the addition cure process. Additionally, no peroxide decomposition products are formed during vulcanization.

ELASTOSIL® 4300 is a one-part, acid-curing silicone sealant with excellent mechanical properties and a high curing rate for the construction of aquariums and industrial applications. This product cures at room temperature under the action of atmospheric moisture to form a permanently flexible silicone rubber.

ELASTOSIL® R Plus 5305/70 is a platinum-catalyzed, addition-curing, two-part silicone rubber specifically designed for the manufacturing of extruded articles. Cured articles exhibit excellent transparency and very good mechanical properties. This silicone rubber is suitable for applications such as ignition and battery cables, utilizing addition curing and two-component systems.

POWERSIL® GEL FC A/B is a pourable, two-component silicone mixture that cures at room temperature to form a soft silicone gel. This product exhibits a very fast curing behavior, allowing for quick processing times. The resulting vulcanizate is transparent and possesses excellent mechanical damping properties, making it suitable for applications requiring vibration absorption. Furthermore, it is a non-bleeding gel, ensuring its stability and reliability.

POWERSIL® 466 A/B is a ready-to-use, two-component system of liquid silicone rubber. It exhibits medium conductivity and offers stable electrical properties along with good mechanical properties. The material is characterized by high elongation at break and low tension set, ensuring flexibility and durability in applications.

POWERSIL® Fluid TR 50 is a fully synthetic silicone fluid that is nonvolatile and noncorrosive. It possesses a high fire point and exhibits virtually self-extinguishing behavior, significantly reducing the fire hazard compared to conventional transformer fluids. This fluid demonstrates exceptional thermal stability, even in the presence of air, enabling higher thermal utilization when compared to other liquid coolants.

ELASTOSIL® R 573/50 A/B is a two-component, electrically conductive HCR silicone rubber for the manufacture of electrically conductive products. This product is an addition-cured electrically conductive HCR silicone rubber that shows a low volume resistivity. This product can be used within a temperature range of -55 °C to +210 °C.

POWERSIL® XLR® 630 A/B is a two-component silicone compound with excellent processing properties and low viscosity. It is designed for easy handling and application. The vulcanized rubber exhibits good mechanical properties and excellent dielectric behavior. It is a ready-to-use, two-component system that provides the desired characteristics for various applications.

POWERSIL® 440 MH is a ready-to-use electrically conductive silicone rubber grade suitable for all types of molding applications. It is specifically designed for field grading in cable accessories and other electrically conductive parts. This material provides excellent conductivity and is ideal for applications requiring electrical conductivity.

POWERSIL® 310 MH is a one-component, ready-to-use peroxide curing compound. It cures to form an electrically insulating silicone elastomer with high erosion resistance. This product exhibits very good arc resistance, suitable dielectric properties, and good mechanical properties. POWERSIL® 310 MH is specifically recommended for the production of various types of electrical insulating equipment used in outdoor applications, such as composite insulators, arrester housings, bushings, and more.