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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
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- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Application Details
Processing
Recommended Curing Agent Levels:
- 1.5 parts: 2,4-dichlorobenzoyl peroxide (50% active in silicone paste).
- 0.7 parts: dicumyl peroxide (98% active).
- 1.2 parts: 2,5-di(t-butylperoxy)-2,5-dimethylhexane (45% active).
- 1.0 parts: dibenzoyl peroxide (50% active).
Properties
- Color
- Cured Properties
- Properties
- Excellent mechanical strength
- Excellent clarity
- Excellent molding qualities
- Note
Properties obtained by adding 1.5 parts DCBP 50 per 100 parts of base; press cured 10 mins/135°C and post cured 4h/200°C for cured properties.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Elongation (at break) | 400 | % | WSTM 1160 |
| Rebound Resilience | 53 | % | — |
| Shore Hardness A | 70 | — | WSTM 1110 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.18 | g/cm³ | — |
| Tear Strength | 175 | N/mm | — |
| Tensile Strength | 1650 | psi | WSTM 1160 |
| Viscosity | 67 | — | Mooney Viscometer |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Compliance
ELASTOSIL® R 401/70 OH US is part of a product family that complies with: 21 “Food and Drugs,” Part 177.2600, “Rubber articles intended for repeated use.” Recommendation XV. Silicones, BfR USP 23 Class VI and ISO 10993 for short- term implantation (<30 days).
Packaging & Availability
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- Packaging Information
ELASTOSIL® R 401/70 OH US Silicone Rubber Base is available in 1,000 lb. boxes.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 Months
- Storage Information
ELASTOSIL® R 401/70 OH US has a shelf life of at least 12 months when stored below 32°C in the tightly closed original container.