Momentive Performance Materials
Silopren™ LSR 4040
Polymer Name: Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR)
Processing Methods: Injection Molding
End Uses: Medical/Healthcare Applications, Tubing, Medical Devices
Features: Good Thermal Stability, Ozone Resistant, High Clarity
Tear Strength: 25.0 - 25.0 kN/m
Silopren™ LSR 4040 is a two-component liquid silicone rubber for injection molding processes. Silopren™ LSR 4040 can be used to produce medical technical articles with high transparency and excellent rubber elastic properties.Key Features and BenefitsVulcanisates consisting of Silopren™ LSR 4040 are distinguished by the following properties: Excellent biocompatibility High stability to ozone and ultraviolet light Neutral odor and taste Sterilisable with ethylene oxide, steam and gamma radiation Good transparency High thermal stability High recovery after puncture Easy pigmentable with the LSR Color Pastes Potential ApplicationsBecause of the outstanding properties Silopren™ LSR 4040 is particularly suitable for the following elastomeric articles: sealing elements, diaphragms, ear plugs, bellows, baby teats, respiratory devices, air vent flaps, tube connectors, catheters, parts for medical technical equipment, mats s.o.