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Astlett Rubber Inc SKI-3S

Astlett Rubber Inc SKI-3S is produced by solution polymerization of isoprene with titanium as the catalyst. The rubber is stabilized by a non-staining BHT antioxidant that is approved for medical purposes and alimentary product uses. SKI-3S can be mixed with natural and synthetic rubbers and is non-staining.

Polymer Name: Polyisoprene (IR)

Additives Included: Antioxidant, Catalyst

End Uses: Belts & Belt Repair, Fluid Handling, Gaskets, Hoses, Medical/Healthcare Applications, Midsole, Pharmaceutical Stoppers, Tires

Features: Consistent High Quality, Good Stain Resistance

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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included
Chemical Family
Polymer Name
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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • The nearest substitute for a natural rubber
  • Can be used alone or in combination with other rubbers
  • Lighter color than SKI-3
  • Superior in quality to natural rubber and can replace it in all its applications
  • Protein free

Applications & Uses

End Use
  • SKI-3S can be used for the production of various technical articles, colored rubber articles and medical articles.
  • Specific uses include transparent medical tubes for blood transfusion, pharmaceutical stoppers, gaskets, hoses, white colored shoe soles and transportation belts and tire layers.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mooney Viscosity (100°C)72 - 84ML 1+4
Viscosity Spread/Lot (100°C)8.0ML 1+4
Ash Contentmax. 0.35%
Titanium Contentmax. 0.06%
Iron Contentmax. 0.003%
Drying Lossmax. 1.2%
Stearic Acid0.6 - 1.6%
Elongation at Break800.0%
Tensile Strength (23°C)min. 30.4MPa
Tensile Strength (100°C)min. 21.6MPa

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packing
  • 30 kg bales
  • 15 bales per wooden crate (450 kg net total)
  • Wrapped in dispersible polyethylene film