ELASTOSIL® R 502/75 OH
ELASTOSIL® R 502/75 OH is a peroxide crosslinking HCR silicone for the manufacture of silicone-insulated safety cables that maintain circuit integrity in case of fire.
Properties
In case of fire ELASTOSIL® R 502/75 OH forms a ceramic-like layer with high insulation resistance, good mechanical stability and low smoke formation.
The color of the rubber base is white. Colors will not match the RAL color codes of the masterbatches used in paste or pellet form in the compound (pastel colors).
This product can be used within a temperature range of - 55 °C to + 210 °C.
Specific features of ELASTOSIL® R 502/75 OH
- Ceramifying
Data sheets
For flame resistant cable construction (safety cables). Cables containing ELASTOSIL® R 502/75 OH have successfully passed standards, like NFC 32070 CR1, BS 6387 CWZ, DIN 4102, part 12 (E30,-60,-90), UL 2196, EN 50200, IEC 60331-11, etc.
The raw rubber requires the addition of peroxides for vulcanization at elevated temperatures. A homogeneous incorporation is a must to maintain best processing behavior. Pot life is depending on the used peroxide and storage condition. Please consider the technical data sheet of the corresponding curing agent.
For detailed information refer to our latest brochure "SOLID AND LIQUID SILICONE RUBBER - MATERIAL AND PROCESSING GUIDELINES".
Packaging
This product is available in 20 kg and 540 kg cardboard packaging.
Special delivery forms are possible but depend on several technical and commercial aspects. Please contact your local sales manager in such cases.
Storage
Please store the cardboard boxes in a dry and cool place. Already opened boxes should be closed again to avoid any contamination. The 'Best use before end' date of each batch is shown on the product label. Storage beyond the date specified on the label does not necessarily mean that the product is no longer usable. In this case however, the properties required for the intended use must be checked for quality assurance reasons.
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Ann Arbor, MI 48108
United States
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