Wacker Elastosil® R 401/40 Silicone Rubber

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Wacker Elastosil® R 401/40 Silicone Rubber
Categories:	Polymer; Thermoset; Silicone; Silicone Rubber
Material Notes:	Vulcanizates made from this compound exhibit a unique combination of characteristics. They are noted for their good flexibility, high transparency, and mechanical properties. The compounds are easily pigmented with ELASTOSIL® PT Pigment Pastes and have good processing characteristics. Application: ELASTOSIL® R 401/40 has many different uses, being suitable for molded articles and extrusions such as seals, sheet, tubing and profiles. Postcured parts can be used for food contact applications and are suitable for use under the Recommendation "XV. Silicones" of the BfR and FDA § 177.2600 under observance of any given limitations on extractable and volatile substances. Information provided by Wacker Chemie AG.
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Available Properties

Density, ISO 1183-1 A
Hardness, Shore A, DIN 53505, curing agent C1
Hardness, Shore A, DIN 53505, curing agent E
Tensile Strength at Break, DIN 53504 S1, curing agent E
Tensile Strength at Break, DIN 53504 S1, curing agent C1
Elongation at Break, DIN 53504 S1, curing agent E
Elongation at Break, DIN 53504 S1, curing agent C1
Rebound, DIN 53512, curing agent C1
Rebound, DIN 53512, curing agent E
Tear Strength, ASTM D624 B, curing agent E
Tear Strength, ASTM D624 B, curing agent C1
Compression Set, DIN ISO 815-B, curing agent C1
Compression Set, DIN ISO 815-B, curing agent E
Transmission, Visible, "Transparent" but manufacturer does not quantify.
Cure Time, curing agent E, press cured, 4hr/200°C
Cure Time, curing agent C1, press cured, 4hr/200°C
Cure Time, curing agent C6, press cured, 4hr/200°C

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