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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Type
- 100% Silicone
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Features
- Neutral cure formulation will not corrode copper, brass or silver
- Excellent hydrophobicity
- Can be applied by spray, flow and brush techniques
- Benefits
- Resists moisture, vibration, and temperature extremes
- Electrically insulating
- UV stable
- Non-corrosive
- Processing versatility
- Printed circuit board manufacturing
- General EMS
- Electrical assembly
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Cure Method
- Typical Uses
- Protects circuitry in severe service environments
- Maintains a low-stress environment for components and connections
- Protects consumer electronics from everyday temperature and humidity
- Automotive under-hood applications
- Military or industrial applications
- Drying Time
Skin-Over Time 20 minutes Tack-Free Time 40 minutes Cure Time 1 hour (10 mil film) Full Physical Characteristics 7 days - Surface Preparation
All surfaces should be clean and dry, and free of dust, dirt, and grease.
- Application
CSL542 coating can be applied by spray, flow and brush techniques. CSL542 can be removed by soaking in solvent such as toluene, xylene or chlorinated solvents followed by brushing and washing.
Properties
- Color
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Smooth, Pourable Liquid
- Physical Properties
- Typical Properties
- Conditions
*At standard conditions 77°F (25°C) and 50% relative humidity.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity (Uncured) | 0.98 | - | - |
| Extrusion Rate (Uncured, 3.2mm Orifice, 90psi) | 150.0 | g/min | - |
| Cure System (Uncured) | Neutral (Oxime), Moisture Cure | - | - |
| Viscosity (Uncured) | 3000 - 5000 | cP | - |
| Dielectric Strength (Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | 720.1 | V/mil | ASTM D149 |
| Volume Resistivity (Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | min. 1.4 × 10¹² | ohms.cm | ASTM D257 |
| Dissipation Factor (100Hz, Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | 1.017 | - | ASTM D150 |
| Dissipation Factor (100kHz, Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | 0.719 | - | ASTM D150 |
| Dielectric Constant (100Hz, Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | 3.75 | - | ASTM D150 |
| Dielectric Constant (100kHz, Cured At Standard Conditions* for 7 Days) | 3.85 | - | ASTM D150 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Application Temperature Range (Ambient) | 120.0 | °F | - |
| Useable Temperature Range | -76 to 392 | °F | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Regulatory & Compliance
- CSL is ISO 9001:2008 Registered
- CSL542 is Ecologo Certified
Safety & Health
- Safety Precautions
CSL542 uses a neutral cure system, so no acetic acid or objectionable by-products are evolved during the cure. Adequate ventilation should be provided with extensive use of this sealant.
On direct contact, the uncured sealant may irritate the eyes. Flush well with water and call a physician. Avoid prolonged contact with skin.
All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all relevant national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards & regulations.
If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult CSL Silicones Inc. for further advice.
Packaging & Availability
- Colors
CSL542 is available in Gray. Custom colors are available.
- Packaging
CSL542 is available in 3.8L (1 US gallon) cans, 19L (5 US gallon) pails and 189L (50 US gallon) drums.
Storage & Handling
- Storage
CSL542, when stored in original, unopened container in dry, shaded conditions, away from sources of heat or ignition, and stored below 32°C (90°F), has a shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacture.