- Polymer Name:Silicone Elastomer
- End Uses:Food Packaging, Food Preparation Equipment, Gaskets, O Rings, Medical Pump Seals, Medical/Healthcare Applications, Potable Water Applications, Non Specific Food Applications, Valve Seats
- Features:Good Surface Finish, Low Taste Transfer, High Purity, Good Sterilizability, Non-Toxic, Autoclaved, No Animal Derived Components, Low Odor, Food Contact Acceptable
S71U is a high transparency grade of silicone rubber intended for use in food, dairy, brewing, potable water, pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. Platinum-cured silicone is odorless, tasteless and non toxic. Seals made from S71U are resistant to repeated sterilizing, autoclaving and cleaning agents commonly used in these industries.Unlike traditional peroxide-cure methods, platinum curing results in a smooth contact surface finish and a high degree of purity. No residue substances such as benzoic acid, peroxides, ketones are produced during manufacturing, which can be transferred from the seal to critical hygienic products.Key Attributes Compliant with FDA FDA CFR210177.2600 for use with dry, aqueous and fatty food stuffs. Conforms to USP class VI suffix 87 and 88, Biological Reactivity tests. Good mechanical and physical properties Chemically stable over a temperature range of -60°C to +200°C. Withstands sterilizing and autoclaving procedures Free from Animal Derived Ingredients (ADI) Typical Applications Food processing and packaging equipment Pharmaceutical and biomedical apparatus Hygienic seals in dairy equipment Potable and high-purity water applications
