Translucent silicone rubber sheeting (SI) is a high-purity, synthetic elastomer composed of silicon, carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. It is widely recognised for its superior flexibility and clarity, allowing light to pass through while still maintaining excellent mechanical and thermal properties. Translucent silicone offers an extended temperature range compared to other grades and exhibits outstanding weathering, ozone, and UV resistance.
It is often chosen for applications requiring visual inspection or light diffusion, as well as in the food, pharmaceutical, and medical sectors due to its biocompatibility and regulatory compliance. Like other silicone grades, it offers excellent release characteristics and is highly resistant to moisture but should not be used with acids, ketones, or petroleum-based substances.
Key Features:
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Translucent for visibility and light transmission
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Excellent UV, ozone, and weathering resistance
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High flexibility across a wide temperature range
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Excellent electrical insulating and release properties
Technical Specifications:
- Shore Hardness: 60° ± 5°
- 70° hardness available, 1 metre wide in 3mm thickness.
- Temperature Range: -60°C to +225°C
Compliance & Standards:
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FDA 21.CFR.177.2600 (food contact applications)
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EU1935/2004 compliant
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USP Class VI compliant
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Fully CE, PAH, RoHS, and REACH compliant
Applications:
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Sight glass gaskets and visual inspection ports
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Food and beverage seals
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Pharmaceutical processing lines
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Light diffusion panels in high-temperature environments
