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POWERSIL® Paste AP

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POWERSIL® Paste AP is an opaque to whitish paste with a medium consistency. It exhibits good values for electrical insulation, permittivity, and dielectric strength. Additionally, POWERSIL® Paste AP shows minimal swelling of silicone elastomers it comes in contact with, thanks to the utilization of a special phenyl-silicone oil.

Application Area: Wire Cables, Wires

Chemical Family: Silicones

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Features & Benefits

Specific Features
  • Lubricant
  • No swelling of bordering silicone elastomers

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Applications
  • Cable joints accessories
  • Cable terminations
  • Plugs and connectors
  • Sealant and lubricant
Application Details
  • Parts are greased before assembly in order to prevent damage or to ensure smooth running properties.
  • In Transmission & Distribution POWERSIL® PASTE AP, for example, is used for the easy installation of cable terminations and cable joints.

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bleeding (at 30hours, 200°C)max. 4.0%FED-STD 791 M 321
Density (at 23°C)1.1g/cm³DIN EN ISO 1183-1 A
Dielectric Strength20kV/mmIEC 60243-1
Dissipation Factor (tan δ, at 50Hz)3 x 10⁻⁴IEC 62631-2-1
Loss of Weight (at 200°C, 30 hours)max. 5.0%FED-STD 791 M 321
Operating Temperature-40 to - 200°C
Penetration (unworked, 150g cone, 5s penetration time)25 - 28mmDIN ISO 2137
Permittivity (at 50Hz)3.7IEC 62631-2-1
Solidification Pointapprox. -45 °C
Properties
  • Non-curing, with retention of pasty consistency
  • Water resistant, water repellent
  • Good electrical insulating properties
  • Good surface slip
  • High dielectric strength

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • North America
  • Oceania

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Store in a dry and cool place.