With more than 50 years experience in silicone rubber,
Bluestar Silicones puts at your disposal a wide range
of specialized products having application domains
like the transformation of technical parts, medical
applications, food contact or electric applications
(see Electrical Industries brochure). Bluestar Silicones
works closer with you to define your specific
requirements for the research and development
of new products right through to the development
of exclusive solutions.
n A worldwide presence
With production sites in all the continents and a
worldwide logistics chain, Bluestar Silicones can
supply quality products and services consistent in
terms of performance level and adaptable to each
specific use throughout the world.
n Technical service: specialized teams
in elastomers technology
At Bluestar Silicones, Rubber industry segment
is managed by specialists who have an in depth
knowledge of Silicone elastomers and their
applications and many years of experience. Upon
request, they are supporting customers for specific
applications and guidance. Rubber industry teams
are coordinated and supported by Tech Service
Laboratory and its resources in Research, data-base
and performance evaluation.
n Analytical capabilities and approved
industry sector tests
Italy
Bluestar Siliconi Italia SpA
Via Archimede, 602
I - 21042 Caronno Pertusella (Va)
Tel. + 39 02 964141
Fax + 39 02 964 50 209
With state-of-the-art equipment and unique
know-how, our teams are able to select the best
solutions in the laboratory before testing on-site.
This helps to determine, with your team, the optimal
solution for your needs.
Germany, Switzerland, Austria
Bluestar Silicones Germany GmbH
Hans-Sachs Strasse 4
D-23566 Lübeck
Tel. + 49 451 60 98 123
Fax + 49 451 60 98 111
n Regulatory assistance adapted
to the most demanding markets
Our specialists have detailed knowledge of the
evolution of standards and current regulations.
They are capable of guiding you in terms of legislation
as well as giving you regulatory assurance for all
the most demanding applications.
Spain, Portugal
Bluestar Siliconas España SA
C/ Vic 3, Poligono Industrial La Florida
E - 08130 Santa Perpètua de Mogoda (Barcelona)
Tel. + 34 935 040 200
Fax + 34 935 608 049
South America
Bluestar Silicones Brasil Ltda
Av. Maria Coelho Aguiar, 215
Bloco G - 1° ANDAR - São Paulo - Brazil
CEP : 05804-902
Tel. + 55 11 37 47 78 87
Fax + 55 11 37 41 77 18
Bluestar Silicones
Mix & Fix Centers® network
United Kingdom, Ireland
Bluestar Silicones UK Ltd
Wolfe Mead, Farnham Road
Bordon, Hampshire GU35 0NH
Tel. + 44 14 20 477 000
Fax + 44 14 20 483 200
Finland
Bluestar Silicones Finland OY
Viljatie 4 C
FI - 007000 Helsinki
Tel. + 358 9 3508770
Fax + 358 9 35087717
Norway, Sweden, Denmark
Bluestar Silicones Scandinavia A/S
Dronningensgate 6
N - 0152 Oslo
Tel. + 47 22 91 07 61
Fax + 47 22 91 07 64
Hong Kong - Asia Pacific Regional Office
Bluestar Silicones Hong Kong Trading Co., Ltd
29/F, 88 Hing Fat Street
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Tel. + 852 3106 8200
Fax + 852 2979 0241
China
Bluestar Silicones Shanghai Co., Ltd
3966 Jin Du Road
Xin Zhuang Industrial Zone
Shangai 201108, China
Tel. + 86 (0)21 5442 6600
Fax + 86 (0)21 5442 3733
Korea
Bluestar Silicones HK Trading Co., Ltd
Korea Branch 17/F, Gangnam Bldg., 1321-1,
Seocho Dong, Seocho Gu, Seoul, Korea
Tel. + 82 (0)2 3472 5137
Fax + 82 (0)2 3472 5007
For detailed commercial contacts please visit our website:
www.bluestarsilicones.com
In order to be closer to your needs,
Bluestar Silicones has specialized formulation
and packaging units: the Mix & Fix Centers®.
Specialized in heat curing silicone rubbers (HCR),
the Mix & Fix Centers® are located at the center
of major rubber and elastomer converter regions.
Besides selling master batches and other products,
these centers develop, within extremely short lead
times, products according to your specifications and
your equipments.
The Rhodorsil® HCR range can be utilized to:
n Make up your own silicone elastomer batches
n Call your Mix & FIix Center® to:
> Propose batch formulations.
> Prepare samples.
> Deliver ready-to-use compounds in the colors,
presentation, and curing system of your choice.
> Formulate compounds containing some exclusive
additives and catalysts (such as platinum catalyst).
The information contained in this document is given in good faith and based on Bluestar Silicones current knowledge.
Bluestar Silicones makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, completeness of such information or as
to the compatibility of such information with the user’s intended application: information is supplied on an “as-is” basis
and is not binding on Bluestar Silicones. Nothing contained herein is intended as a recommendation to use the products
so as to infringe any patent.
Bluestar Silicones assumes no liability for users’ violation of patent or other rights and disclaims any liability for loss, injury
or damage which may result from the use of the products. Therefore, information contained herein must not be used as a
substitute for necessary prior tests which are the sole responsibility of the user and which alone can ensure that a product
is suitable for a given use.
pemaco - Photos: Bluestar Silicones - Shutterstock
n Recognized expertise
France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Nederlands
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
Customer Service
55, rue des Frères Perret
F-69192 Saint-Fons cedex
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 73 71 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 73 76 58
USA - Canada
Bluestar Silicones North America
Two Tower Center Blvd - Suite 1601
East Brunswick - NJ 08816 - 1100 - USA
Tel. + 1 732 227 2060
Fax +1 732 249 7000
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
General guide
SIL 10 005 3-1
> Trust Bluestar Silicones for Silicone Elastomers
Commonwealth of Independant States (CIS),
Middle East, Eastern Europe, Africa
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon cedex 03
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 83
All the mentioned are registered trademarks
Bluestar Silicones
throughout the world
SILICONE ELASTOMERS FOR RUBBER INDUSTRIES
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon Cedex 03 - France
Tel.: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 00 - Fax: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 88
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
Silicone Elastomers for rubber industries
> Why choosing Silicone Elastomers?
n Macromolecules with unlimited
structural possibilities
Silicones (or polyorgano-siloxanes) have a chemical
structure based on alternating units of silicon and
oxygen. The originality of silicones compared with
natural silica, lies in the organic, carbon-containing
groups that are included in their molecular
framework.
According to the type of organic groups attached
in this way, and the production and compounding
methods used, a great variety of products can be
obtained: their final texture can be free flowing,
viscous or paste-like, elastomeric or even rigid.
n A mineral - plastic hybrid
The difference between silicones and other organic
polymers (i.e. plastics) lies in the fact that they
contain a semi-inorganic element, silicon bonded
to oxygen atoms with Si-O- bonds.
The bonds formed between the silicon and oxygen
atoms go to make up the macromolecular framework
and are exceptionally stable. They are much more
difficult to break than the carbon-carbon bonds
found in organic polymers.
n Stable, high performance polymers
Silicones outperform most other polymers: Silicones
have remarkable spreading capability coupled with
outstanding resistance to extreme temperatures,
UV and IR radiation as well as to attack from a
multitude of other external agents. Without question,
means that silicones rank among the very highest
performance polymers.
n A wide range of applications
Silicone elastomers, outstanding properties are used
for many different industrial applications: piping
in fluid circuitry and sealing (joints for building
construction and aeronautical application,
automotive gasket, boots and hoses), electrical
protection (office equipment, safety cables and
insulators for electrotechnical applications, spark
plug boots, cables and connectors for automotive
application). Food, pharmaceutical and biomedical
applications (tubes, profiled sections) are made using
heat cure elastomers from the Silbione range, which
are specially formulated to comply with European
and American regulations.
Main outstanding
properties of silicone
elastomers
u Heat stability in continuous use from
- 50 to 200 °C (can be increased up
to 300 °C using specific additives).
u Exceptional ageing resistance (even
under extreme conditions).
> A complete range of silicone elastomers
for the rubber industry including numerous
different technologies.
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR and LSR
Heat cure silicone elastomers are basically made
Silbione® LSR are two-component systems in
from
reactive
silicone
gums
and
specific
silica
fillers.
which
10 000 and
General purpose
Specialtiesviscosities are generally between Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR have outstanding properties and
approximately 106 mPas. This type of formulation
forms an elastomeric network thanks to reactions of
are far superior to conventional organic elastomers.
polyaddition in the presence of a platinum catalyst.
They exhibit exceptional mechanical strength at
The processing and product performance
temperatures ranging from - 50 °C up to + 300 °C.
advantages of liquid silicon rubber (LSR) are utilized
The ageing resistance of these elastomers highlights
in many existing and new applications. This type of
fundamental qualities such as the fact they are
rubber can associate essential properties of silicone
chemically inert, photo-oxidative stable and are
polymers and easy injection molding processing.
absent of residual reactive groups once cured.
After mixing A and B parts in a static or dynamic
A wide range of colors is available.
mixer, the largest means of transformation are:
HCRs are available as rubbery breads and supplied
injection-molding machines working at medium
in two forms: master batches (without incorporated
or high pressures, or pumps directly feeding a mold
catalyst) or as ready to use compounds (through
at ambient pressure. These mixtures are vulcanizable
Bluestar Silicones’ Mix & Fix Centers®).
from 60 °C to around 150 °C. General purpose
Rhodorsil® FIM
Silbione® are a range of silicone elastomers
dedicated to food contact, pharmaceutical
®
Rhodorsil FIM Polyaddition HCR (Fast Cure Injection
and biomedical applications. Silbiones are HTR
Molding) is a range of platinum catalyzed HCR
or LSR whose
raw materials
are in accordance
silicones. The polyaddition crosslinking reaction
General
purpose
Specialties
with
regulations
(ie:
positive
lists).
They are
is much quicker than that initiated by peroxides
manufactured, then controlled according to
and does not generate any toxic by-products.
a specific process protocol. With the Silbione range
This is why Rhodorsil® FIM allows improved
you are certain to implement only elastomers
productivity and represents an excellent combination
in conformity with the regulations in place.
between mechanical properties, respect for the
General purpose
General purpose
Specialties
Additives & Colors
u A wide range of Color Master Batches
available and possibility to produce
transparent products.
Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR
Silbione® LSR
Specialties
Polyaddition
Polyaddition
Additives & Colors
Additives & Colors
Rhodorsil® FIM
> Bluestar Silicones
has developed a complete
range of Additives
> Additives: they can be used in all HCR master
batches and are distributed in two categories:
Processing enhancing additives and Performance
enhancing additives.
> Color Master batches: many different colors.
Addit
Silbione
environment and improved working conditions.
Rhodorsil® FIM is easily processed using mold and
injection presses already used in the rubber industry,
without further investment.
Additives & Colors
Poly
Rhodorsil® HCR
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
u Great versatility of use.
u High innocuity due to the inorganic
Si-O-Si chain.
Specialties
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
Silbione
Silbione
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
Silicone Elastomers for rubber industries
> Why choosing Silicone Elastomers?
n Macromolecules with unlimited
structural possibilities
Silicones (or polyorgano-siloxanes) have a chemical
structure based on alternating units of silicon and
oxygen. The originality of silicones compared with
natural silica, lies in the organic, carbon-containing
groups that are included in their molecular
framework.
According to the type of organic groups attached
in this way, and the production and compounding
methods used, a great variety of products can be
obtained: their final texture can be free flowing,
viscous or paste-like, elastomeric or even rigid.
n A mineral - plastic hybrid
The difference between silicones and other organic
polymers (i.e. plastics) lies in the fact that they
contain a semi-inorganic element, silicon bonded
to oxygen atoms with Si-O- bonds.
The bonds formed between the silicon and oxygen
atoms go to make up the macromolecular framework
and are exceptionally stable. They are much more
difficult to break than the carbon-carbon bonds
found in organic polymers.
n Stable, high performance polymers
Silicones outperform most other polymers: Silicones
have remarkable spreading capability coupled with
outstanding resistance to extreme temperatures,
UV and IR radiation as well as to attack from a
multitude of other external agents. Without question,
means that silicones rank among the very highest
performance polymers.
n A wide range of applications
Silicone elastomers, outstanding properties are used
for many different industrial applications: piping
in fluid circuitry and sealing (joints for building
construction and aeronautical application,
automotive gasket, boots and hoses), electrical
protection (office equipment, safety cables and
insulators for electrotechnical applications, spark
plug boots, cables and connectors for automotive
application). Food, pharmaceutical and biomedical
applications (tubes, profiled sections) are made using
heat cure elastomers from the Silbione range, which
are specially formulated to comply with European
and American regulations.
Main outstanding
properties of silicone
elastomers
u Heat stability in continuous use from
- 50 to 200 °C (can be increased up
to 300 °C using specific additives).
u Exceptional ageing resistance (even
under extreme conditions).
> A complete range of silicone elastomers
for the rubber industry including numerous
different technologies.
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR and LSR
Heat cure silicone elastomers are basically made
Silbione® LSR are two-component systems in
from
reactive
silicone
gums
and
specific
silica
fillers.
which
10 000 and
General purpose
Specialtiesviscosities are generally between Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR have outstanding properties and
approximately 106 mPas. This type of formulation
forms an elastomeric network thanks to reactions of
are far superior to conventional organic elastomers.
polyaddition in the presence of a platinum catalyst.
They exhibit exceptional mechanical strength at
The processing and product performance
temperatures ranging from - 50 °C up to + 300 °C.
advantages of liquid silicon rubber (LSR) are utilized
The ageing resistance of these elastomers highlights
in many existing and new applications. This type of
fundamental qualities such as the fact they are
rubber can associate essential properties of silicone
chemically inert, photo-oxidative stable and are
polymers and easy injection molding processing.
absent of residual reactive groups once cured.
After mixing A and B parts in a static or dynamic
A wide range of colors is available.
mixer, the largest means of transformation are:
HCRs are available as rubbery breads and supplied
injection-molding machines working at medium
in two forms: master batches (without incorporated
or high pressures, or pumps directly feeding a mold
catalyst) or as ready to use compounds (through
at ambient pressure. These mixtures are vulcanizable
Bluestar Silicones’ Mix & Fix Centers®).
from 60 °C to around 150 °C. General purpose
Rhodorsil® FIM
Silbione® are a range of silicone elastomers
dedicated to food contact, pharmaceutical
®
Rhodorsil FIM Polyaddition HCR (Fast Cure Injection
and biomedical applications. Silbiones are HTR
Molding) is a range of platinum catalyzed HCR
or LSR whose
raw materials
are in accordance
silicones. The polyaddition crosslinking reaction
General
purpose
Specialties
with
regulations
(ie:
positive
lists).
They are
is much quicker than that initiated by peroxides
manufactured, then controlled according to
and does not generate any toxic by-products.
a specific process protocol. With the Silbione range
This is why Rhodorsil® FIM allows improved
you are certain to implement only elastomers
productivity and represents an excellent combination
in conformity with the regulations in place.
between mechanical properties, respect for the
General purpose
General purpose
Specialties
Additives & Colors
u A wide range of Color Master Batches
available and possibility to produce
transparent products.
Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR
Silbione® LSR
Specialties
Polyaddition
Polyaddition
Additives & Colors
Additives & Colors
Rhodorsil® FIM
> Bluestar Silicones
has developed a complete
range of Additives
> Additives: they can be used in all HCR master
batches and are distributed in two categories:
Processing enhancing additives and Performance
enhancing additives.
> Color Master batches: many different colors.
Addit
Silbione
environment and improved working conditions.
Rhodorsil® FIM is easily processed using mold and
injection presses already used in the rubber industry,
without further investment.
Additives & Colors
Poly
Rhodorsil® HCR
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
u Great versatility of use.
u High innocuity due to the inorganic
Si-O-Si chain.
Specialties
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
Silbione
Silbione
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
Silicone Elastomers for rubber industries
> Why choosing Silicone Elastomers?
n Macromolecules with unlimited
structural possibilities
Silicones (or polyorgano-siloxanes) have a chemical
structure based on alternating units of silicon and
oxygen. The originality of silicones compared with
natural silica, lies in the organic, carbon-containing
groups that are included in their molecular
framework.
According to the type of organic groups attached
in this way, and the production and compounding
methods used, a great variety of products can be
obtained: their final texture can be free flowing,
viscous or paste-like, elastomeric or even rigid.
n A mineral - plastic hybrid
The difference between silicones and other organic
polymers (i.e. plastics) lies in the fact that they
contain a semi-inorganic element, silicon bonded
to oxygen atoms with Si-O- bonds.
The bonds formed between the silicon and oxygen
atoms go to make up the macromolecular framework
and are exceptionally stable. They are much more
difficult to break than the carbon-carbon bonds
found in organic polymers.
n Stable, high performance polymers
Silicones outperform most other polymers: Silicones
have remarkable spreading capability coupled with
outstanding resistance to extreme temperatures,
UV and IR radiation as well as to attack from a
multitude of other external agents. Without question,
means that silicones rank among the very highest
performance polymers.
n A wide range of applications
Silicone elastomers, outstanding properties are used
for many different industrial applications: piping
in fluid circuitry and sealing (joints for building
construction and aeronautical application,
automotive gasket, boots and hoses), electrical
protection (office equipment, safety cables and
insulators for electrotechnical applications, spark
plug boots, cables and connectors for automotive
application). Food, pharmaceutical and biomedical
applications (tubes, profiled sections) are made using
heat cure elastomers from the Silbione range, which
are specially formulated to comply with European
and American regulations.
Main outstanding
properties of silicone
elastomers
u Heat stability in continuous use from
- 50 to 200 °C (can be increased up
to 300 °C using specific additives).
u Exceptional ageing resistance (even
under extreme conditions).
> A complete range of silicone elastomers
for the rubber industry including numerous
different technologies.
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR and LSR
Heat cure silicone elastomers are basically made
Silbione® LSR are two-component systems in
from
reactive
silicone
gums
and
specific
silica
fillers.
which
10 000 and
General purpose
Specialtiesviscosities are generally between Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR have outstanding properties and
approximately 106 mPas. This type of formulation
forms an elastomeric network thanks to reactions of
are far superior to conventional organic elastomers.
polyaddition in the presence of a platinum catalyst.
They exhibit exceptional mechanical strength at
The processing and product performance
temperatures ranging from - 50 °C up to + 300 °C.
advantages of liquid silicon rubber (LSR) are utilized
The ageing resistance of these elastomers highlights
in many existing and new applications. This type of
fundamental qualities such as the fact they are
rubber can associate essential properties of silicone
chemically inert, photo-oxidative stable and are
polymers and easy injection molding processing.
absent of residual reactive groups once cured.
After mixing A and B parts in a static or dynamic
A wide range of colors is available.
mixer, the largest means of transformation are:
HCRs are available as rubbery breads and supplied
injection-molding machines working at medium
in two forms: master batches (without incorporated
or high pressures, or pumps directly feeding a mold
catalyst) or as ready to use compounds (through
at ambient pressure. These mixtures are vulcanizable
Bluestar Silicones’ Mix & Fix Centers®).
from 60 °C to around 150 °C. General purpose
Rhodorsil® FIM
Silbione® are a range of silicone elastomers
dedicated to food contact, pharmaceutical
®
Rhodorsil FIM Polyaddition HCR (Fast Cure Injection
and biomedical applications. Silbiones are HTR
Molding) is a range of platinum catalyzed HCR
or LSR whose
raw materials
are in accordance
silicones. The polyaddition crosslinking reaction
General
purpose
Specialties
with
regulations
(ie:
positive
lists).
They are
is much quicker than that initiated by peroxides
manufactured, then controlled according to
and does not generate any toxic by-products.
a specific process protocol. With the Silbione range
This is why Rhodorsil® FIM allows improved
you are certain to implement only elastomers
productivity and represents an excellent combination
in conformity with the regulations in place.
between mechanical properties, respect for the
General purpose
General purpose
Specialties
Additives & Colors
u A wide range of Color Master Batches
available and possibility to produce
transparent products.
Polyaddition
Rhodorsil® HCR
Silbione® HCR
Silbione® LSR
Specialties
Polyaddition
Polyaddition
Additives & Colors
Additives & Colors
Rhodorsil® FIM
> Bluestar Silicones
has developed a complete
range of Additives
> Additives: they can be used in all HCR master
batches and are distributed in two categories:
Processing enhancing additives and Performance
enhancing additives.
> Color Master batches: many different colors.
Addit
Silbione
environment and improved working conditions.
Rhodorsil® FIM is easily processed using mold and
injection presses already used in the rubber industry,
without further investment.
Additives & Colors
Poly
Rhodorsil® HCR
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
u Great versatility of use.
u High innocuity due to the inorganic
Si-O-Si chain.
Specialties
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
Silbione
Silbione
With more than 50 years experience in silicone rubber,
Bluestar Silicones puts at your disposal a wide range
of specialized products having application domains
like the transformation of technical parts, medical
applications, food contact or electric applications
(see Electrical Industries brochure). Bluestar Silicones
works closer with you to define your specific
requirements for the research and development
of new products right through to the development
of exclusive solutions.
n A worldwide presence
With production sites in all the continents and a
worldwide logistics chain, Bluestar Silicones can
supply quality products and services consistent in
terms of performance level and adaptable to each
specific use throughout the world.
n Technical service: specialized teams
in elastomers technology
At Bluestar Silicones, Rubber industry segment
is managed by specialists who have an in depth
knowledge of Silicone elastomers and their
applications and many years of experience. Upon
request, they are supporting customers for specific
applications and guidance. Rubber industry teams
are coordinated and supported by Tech Service
Laboratory and its resources in Research, data-base
and performance evaluation.
n Analytical capabilities and approved
industry sector tests
Italy
Bluestar Siliconi Italia SpA
Via Archimede, 602
I - 21042 Caronno Pertusella (Va)
Tel. + 39 02 964141
Fax + 39 02 964 50 209
With state-of-the-art equipment and unique
know-how, our teams are able to select the best
solutions in the laboratory before testing on-site.
This helps to determine, with your team, the optimal
solution for your needs.
Germany, Switzerland, Austria
Bluestar Silicones Germany GmbH
Hans-Sachs Strasse 4
D-23566 Lübeck
Tel. + 49 451 60 98 123
Fax + 49 451 60 98 111
n Regulatory assistance adapted
to the most demanding markets
Our specialists have detailed knowledge of the
evolution of standards and current regulations.
They are capable of guiding you in terms of legislation
as well as giving you regulatory assurance for all
the most demanding applications.
Spain, Portugal
Bluestar Siliconas España SA
C/ Vic 3, Poligono Industrial La Florida
E - 08130 Santa Perpètua de Mogoda (Barcelona)
Tel. + 34 935 040 200
Fax + 34 935 608 049
South America
Bluestar Silicones Brasil Ltda
Av. Maria Coelho Aguiar, 215
Bloco G - 1° ANDAR - São Paulo - Brazil
CEP : 05804-902
Tel. + 55 11 37 47 78 87
Fax + 55 11 37 41 77 18
Bluestar Silicones
Mix & Fix Centers® network
United Kingdom, Ireland
Bluestar Silicones UK Ltd
Wolfe Mead, Farnham Road
Bordon, Hampshire GU35 0NH
Tel. + 44 14 20 477 000
Fax + 44 14 20 483 200
Finland
Bluestar Silicones Finland OY
Viljatie 4 C
FI - 007000 Helsinki
Tel. + 358 9 3508770
Fax + 358 9 35087717
Norway, Sweden, Denmark
Bluestar Silicones Scandinavia A/S
Dronningensgate 6
N - 0152 Oslo
Tel. + 47 22 91 07 61
Fax + 47 22 91 07 64
Hong Kong - Asia Pacific Regional Office
Bluestar Silicones Hong Kong Trading Co., Ltd
29/F, 88 Hing Fat Street
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Tel. + 852 3106 8200
Fax + 852 2979 0241
China
Bluestar Silicones Shanghai Co., Ltd
3966 Jin Du Road
Xin Zhuang Industrial Zone
Shangai 201108, China
Tel. + 86 (0)21 5442 6600
Fax + 86 (0)21 5442 3733
Korea
Bluestar Silicones HK Trading Co., Ltd
Korea Branch 17/F, Gangnam Bldg., 1321-1,
Seocho Dong, Seocho Gu, Seoul, Korea
Tel. + 82 (0)2 3472 5137
Fax + 82 (0)2 3472 5007
For detailed commercial contacts please visit our website:
www.bluestarsilicones.com
In order to be closer to your needs,
Bluestar Silicones has specialized formulation
and packaging units: the Mix & Fix Centers®.
Specialized in heat curing silicone rubbers (HCR),
the Mix & Fix Centers® are located at the center
of major rubber and elastomer converter regions.
Besides selling master batches and other products,
these centers develop, within extremely short lead
times, products according to your specifications and
your equipments.
The Rhodorsil® HCR range can be utilized to:
n Make up your own silicone elastomer batches
n Call your Mix & FIix Center® to:
> Propose batch formulations.
> Prepare samples.
> Deliver ready-to-use compounds in the colors,
presentation, and curing system of your choice.
> Formulate compounds containing some exclusive
additives and catalysts (such as platinum catalyst).
The information contained in this document is given in good faith and based on Bluestar Silicones current knowledge.
Bluestar Silicones makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, completeness of such information or as
to the compatibility of such information with the user’s intended application: information is supplied on an “as-is” basis
and is not binding on Bluestar Silicones. Nothing contained herein is intended as a recommendation to use the products
so as to infringe any patent.
Bluestar Silicones assumes no liability for users’ violation of patent or other rights and disclaims any liability for loss, injury
or damage which may result from the use of the products. Therefore, information contained herein must not be used as a
substitute for necessary prior tests which are the sole responsibility of the user and which alone can ensure that a product
is suitable for a given use.
pemaco - Photos: Bluestar Silicones - Shutterstock
n Recognized expertise
France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Nederlands
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
Customer Service
55, rue des Frères Perret
F-69192 Saint-Fons cedex
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 73 71 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 73 76 58
USA - Canada
Bluestar Silicones North America
Two Tower Center Blvd - Suite 1601
East Brunswick - NJ 08816 - 1100 - USA
Tel. + 1 732 227 2060
Fax +1 732 249 7000
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
General guide
SIL 10 005 3-1
> Trust Bluestar Silicones for Silicone Elastomers
Commonwealth of Independant States (CIS),
Middle East, Eastern Europe, Africa
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon cedex 03
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 83
All the mentioned are registered trademarks
Bluestar Silicones
throughout the world
SILICONE ELASTOMERS FOR RUBBER INDUSTRIES
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon Cedex 03 - France
Tel.: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 00 - Fax: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 88
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
With more than 50 years experience in silicone rubber,
Bluestar Silicones puts at your disposal a wide range
of specialized products having application domains
like the transformation of technical parts, medical
applications, food contact or electric applications
(see Electrical Industries brochure). Bluestar Silicones
works closer with you to define your specific
requirements for the research and development
of new products right through to the development
of exclusive solutions.
n A worldwide presence
With production sites in all the continents and a
worldwide logistics chain, Bluestar Silicones can
supply quality products and services consistent in
terms of performance level and adaptable to each
specific use throughout the world.
n Technical service: specialized teams
in elastomers technology
At Bluestar Silicones, Rubber industry segment
is managed by specialists who have an in depth
knowledge of Silicone elastomers and their
applications and many years of experience. Upon
request, they are supporting customers for specific
applications and guidance. Rubber industry teams
are coordinated and supported by Tech Service
Laboratory and its resources in Research, data-base
and performance evaluation.
n Analytical capabilities and approved
industry sector tests
Italy
Bluestar Siliconi Italia SpA
Via Archimede, 602
I - 21042 Caronno Pertusella (Va)
Tel. + 39 02 964141
Fax + 39 02 964 50 209
With state-of-the-art equipment and unique
know-how, our teams are able to select the best
solutions in the laboratory before testing on-site.
This helps to determine, with your team, the optimal
solution for your needs.
Germany, Switzerland, Austria
Bluestar Silicones Germany GmbH
Hans-Sachs Strasse 4
D-23566 Lübeck
Tel. + 49 451 60 98 123
Fax + 49 451 60 98 111
n Regulatory assistance adapted
to the most demanding markets
Our specialists have detailed knowledge of the
evolution of standards and current regulations.
They are capable of guiding you in terms of legislation
as well as giving you regulatory assurance for all
the most demanding applications.
Spain, Portugal
Bluestar Siliconas España SA
C/ Vic 3, Poligono Industrial La Florida
E - 08130 Santa Perpètua de Mogoda (Barcelona)
Tel. + 34 935 040 200
Fax + 34 935 608 049
South America
Bluestar Silicones Brasil Ltda
Av. Maria Coelho Aguiar, 215
Bloco G - 1° ANDAR - São Paulo - Brazil
CEP : 05804-902
Tel. + 55 11 37 47 78 87
Fax + 55 11 37 41 77 18
Bluestar Silicones
Mix & Fix Centers® network
United Kingdom, Ireland
Bluestar Silicones UK Ltd
Wolfe Mead, Farnham Road
Bordon, Hampshire GU35 0NH
Tel. + 44 14 20 477 000
Fax + 44 14 20 483 200
Finland
Bluestar Silicones Finland OY
Viljatie 4 C
FI - 007000 Helsinki
Tel. + 358 9 3508770
Fax + 358 9 35087717
Norway, Sweden, Denmark
Bluestar Silicones Scandinavia A/S
Dronningensgate 6
N - 0152 Oslo
Tel. + 47 22 91 07 61
Fax + 47 22 91 07 64
Hong Kong - Asia Pacific Regional Office
Bluestar Silicones Hong Kong Trading Co., Ltd
29/F, 88 Hing Fat Street
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Tel. + 852 3106 8200
Fax + 852 2979 0241
China
Bluestar Silicones Shanghai Co., Ltd
3966 Jin Du Road
Xin Zhuang Industrial Zone
Shangai 201108, China
Tel. + 86 (0)21 5442 6600
Fax + 86 (0)21 5442 3733
Korea
Bluestar Silicones HK Trading Co., Ltd
Korea Branch 17/F, Gangnam Bldg., 1321-1,
Seocho Dong, Seocho Gu, Seoul, Korea
Tel. + 82 (0)2 3472 5137
Fax + 82 (0)2 3472 5007
For detailed commercial contacts please visit our website:
www.bluestarsilicones.com
In order to be closer to your needs,
Bluestar Silicones has specialized formulation
and packaging units: the Mix & Fix Centers®.
Specialized in heat curing silicone rubbers (HCR),
the Mix & Fix Centers® are located at the center
of major rubber and elastomer converter regions.
Besides selling master batches and other products,
these centers develop, within extremely short lead
times, products according to your specifications and
your equipments.
The Rhodorsil® HCR range can be utilized to:
n Make up your own silicone elastomer batches
n Call your Mix & FIix Center® to:
> Propose batch formulations.
> Prepare samples.
> Deliver ready-to-use compounds in the colors,
presentation, and curing system of your choice.
> Formulate compounds containing some exclusive
additives and catalysts (such as platinum catalyst).
The information contained in this document is given in good faith and based on Bluestar Silicones current knowledge.
Bluestar Silicones makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, completeness of such information or as
to the compatibility of such information with the user’s intended application: information is supplied on an “as-is” basis
and is not binding on Bluestar Silicones. Nothing contained herein is intended as a recommendation to use the products
so as to infringe any patent.
Bluestar Silicones assumes no liability for users’ violation of patent or other rights and disclaims any liability for loss, injury
or damage which may result from the use of the products. Therefore, information contained herein must not be used as a
substitute for necessary prior tests which are the sole responsibility of the user and which alone can ensure that a product
is suitable for a given use.
pemaco - Photos: Bluestar Silicones - Shutterstock
n Recognized expertise
France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Nederlands
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
Customer Service
55, rue des Frères Perret
F-69192 Saint-Fons cedex
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 73 71 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 73 76 58
USA - Canada
Bluestar Silicones North America
Two Tower Center Blvd - Suite 1601
East Brunswick - NJ 08816 - 1100 - USA
Tel. + 1 732 227 2060
Fax +1 732 249 7000
Rhodorsil® and Silbione®
General guide
SIL 10 005 3-1
> Trust Bluestar Silicones for Silicone Elastomers
Commonwealth of Independant States (CIS),
Middle East, Eastern Europe, Africa
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon cedex 03
Tel. + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 00
Fax + 33 (0)4 72 13 19 83
All the mentioned are registered trademarks
Bluestar Silicones
throughout the world
SILICONE ELASTOMERS FOR RUBBER INDUSTRIES
Bluestar Silicones France SAS
21, avenue Georges Pompidou
F-69486 Lyon Cedex 03 - France
Tel.: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 00 - Fax: +33 (0)4 72 13 19 88
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
A quality system
certified
to NF ISO 9001:
2000 and NF EN / AS
9100 standard
Having signed its name to the U.C.I.
(Chemical Industry’s Union) commitment to
progress, Bluestar Silicones is committed
to manufacturing its products and carrying
out its operations with a continous focus
on improving safety and protecting health
and the environment.
An ongoing
commitment to
safety, protection
of health and the environment
Rhodorsil® HCR
General purpose
Bluestar Silicones markets a wide variety of Heat Cure Silicone Rubber
(HCR) under the Rhodorsil® brand name.
The general purpose series combine an excellent compromise between
properties, exceptional processability and optimized performance in terms
of converting.
Automotive hoses
Ignition sets
Model technical parts
Tubing and profiles
> Advantages of Rhodorsil® Silicone
elastomers
n Heat stability in continuous use from - 50 to 200 °C
(can be increased up to 250 °C and even up to 300 °C using
specific additives).
n Exceptional ageing resistance (even under extreme
conditions).
n Great flexibility of use
> Wide possibilities for blending with other Rhodorsil® HCR.
> Easy pigmentation using Bluestar Silicones Color Master Batches
for HCR.
> Easily extended with silica fillers (quartz type).
> A wide range of processing and performance enhancing additives
are available (plasticity adjustment, fire resistance improvement,
ash cohesion improvement,…).
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
Rhodorsil®
General purpose
Properties
General
characteristics
Series 100
Calendering extrusion
High transparency
Good compromise of properties
Standards
Units
MF 160 USP
Specific Gravity
MF 175 USP
MF 180 U
Transparent
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
Heat stability
Catalyst type
Catalyst content (parts)
Post cure
Mechanical
properties
after cure
MF 135 U
Appearance
1.11
1.15
1.19
1.21
200 °C
200 °C
200 °C
200 °C
E
E
E
E
1.1
1.25
1.25
1.25
no
Hardness. shore A
ASTM D 2240
Tensile strength
ISO R37
Elongation at break
4 hours at 200 °C
36
62
75
82
(MPa)
8.5
11.5
12.2
9
ISO R37
(%)
600
440
370
290
Secant modulus
at 100% elongation
ASTM D 412
(MPa)
1.1
1.9
3.1
4.6
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A (kN/m)
17
22
22
19
Compression set
(22 h/177 °C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B (%)
39
34
43
49
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
53
55
50
46
(%)
C
Excellent compromise
Properties
General
characteristics
Standards
Units
Appearance
Specific Gravity
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
Heat stability
Catalyst type
Catalyst content (parts)
Post cure
Hardness. shore A
Mechanical
properties
after cure
MF 940 U
MF 950 U
Translucent
Translucent
1.11
1.11
225 °C
200 °C
E
L
E
L
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
ASTM D 2240
46
42
No
52
46
Tensile strength
ISO R37
(MPa)
7.8
9.1
9.7
6.8
Elongation at break
ISO R37
(%)
515
650
480
485
Secant modulus
at 100% elongation
ASTM D 412
(MPa)
1
0.8
1.3
1
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A (kN/m)
13
15
14
15
Compression set
(22 h/177 °C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B (%)
27
20
52
27
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
61
48
65
52
(%)
Mix & Fix Centers®
The Rhodorsil range can be utilized by two ways
n Make up your own silicone elastomer batches
n Call your Mix & FIix Center® to produce your ready to use product
in accordance with your specifications and your processing conditions.
Series 200
Series 300
Calendering molding
Calendering extrusion molding
No postcure
Low compression set
High resiliency
High transparency
High tear strength
MF 240 U
MF 280 U
MF 345 U
MF 360 U
MF 370 U
Transparent
Beige
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
1.09
1.36
1.1
1.16
1.18
200 °C
225 °C
200 °C
200 °C
200 °C
E
L
E
L
E
L
E
L
E
L
0.9
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.1
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
No
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
46
42
79
81
44
49
60
65
70
74
8.5
7.6
7.3
7.6
9.5
9.3
10.3
10.5
9.7
9.6
450
500
165
170
620
620
530
550
460
450
1.29
0.98
5.2
5.3
1.2
1.5
2.6
2.7
2.9
3.5
12
12
16
17
31
30
35
35
36
41
17
8
31
10
42
26
50
38
52
38
68
64
52
48
48
49
47
48
36
38
Series 900
Calendering extrusion molding
Translucent
between resiliency compression set and tear strength
MF 960 U
MF 970 USP
MF 980 U
Transparent
Translucent
Translucent
1.15
1.17
1.18
200 °C
225 °C
200 °C
E
L
E
L
E
L
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
57
68
67
78
No
No
58
4 hours at 200 °C
81
8.5
7.7
8.5
8.8
8
8.2
320
320
380
500
230
230
2.14
1.8
2.1
1.8
3.8
4.4
17
18
20
21
16
18
38
16
60
25
34
20
55
54
51
53
60
66
Additives & Color Master Batches
Rhodorsil
®
Color Bases
Additives &
available
additives are
A range of
users
®
master batch
for Rhodorsil
their own
wishing to blend
1,15
ShA 60 / d =
1,3
ShA 70 / d =
1,45
ShA 60 / d =
L.O.I (%)
40
30
compounds.
20
Additives
of fillers
Incorporation
Plasticity adjustment
ShA 60 / d =
75
strength
Internal demoulding
DA 22
agent
Additives
55
cured
blooming in non-post
yl
Prevention of
d with 2,4 dichlorobenzo
partsvulcanise
acceptor)
peroxide (acid
AD 916
1,15
0,5
0
n Additive
HFR 1
2
1,5
1
AD 904 content
(parts)
y increasing
consistenc
AD 904 - Mooney
HCR
+ AD 720
60
improvement
Hot oils resistance
(translucent
improvement
Fire resistance
versions)
AD 720
nt
improveme
65
Objective
®
Rhodorsil
8
(parts)
ML (1+4)
Increase green
AD 904
Mooney C.
AD 717
HAC 5 content
40
20
0
-20
-40
AD 744
AD 703
AD TFC 10
250 °C
stability up to
Increase heat
industrial applications
(without turning),
300 °C,
stability up to
Increase heat
industrial applications
300 °C,
stability up to
Increase heat
applications
food contact
® have other
”
& Fix Centers
Rhodorsil “Mix
ce enhancing
and performan
se blends with
processing
offer ready-to-u
ce
additives and
istics and performan
optimum character
levels.
applications,
About regulated
us.
please contact
s. Deliverin
Bluestar Silicone
-60
-80
ShA (pts) VAR
VOL (%) VAR
EB (%) VAR
TS (%) VAR
Ageing 70
h at 150 °C
in IRM 3 oil
resistance
AD 720 - Oil
n Additive
nt
improveme
HCR
+ AD 744
TFC 10
+ AD 703/AD
700
at break (%)
HAC 5
500
Elongation
Rhodorsil
4
0
resistance
HAC 5 - Fire
n Additive
Objective
®
300
100
7 D 10 D
7D
200¡C
177¡C
7D
3D
225¡C
7D
3D
250¡C
Ageing conditions
nt
improveme
n Heat stability
l.
g Your Potentia
7D
3D
275¡C
1D
7D
3D
300¡C
Coloring Rhodorsil® master batches is easy using Rhodorsil® Color Master Batches (pigments premixed into
the silicone gum).
To find out about all the available Rhodorsil® Color Master Batches, please consult the Additives
& Color Master Batches page.
A range of additives is available for Rhodorsil® master batch users wishing to blend their own compounds.
To find out about all the available Rhodorsil® Additives, please consult the Additives & Color Master
Batches page.
> Transformation mode
Injection molding
n Applications
> Mass production.
> The most commonly used transformation method
in the rubber industry.
n Noticeable advantages
> The most cost effective in terms of productivity :
- automatic operation
- shorter curing time.
> Lower waste percentage (very low flash levels…).
> More accurate part dimensions.
n Equipment
> Injection press.
Silicone HCR
Mould
Nozzle
Feeding
Hydraulic
engine
Hydraulic
jack
Plunger
Dosage
Screw
Feeding
Screw
Injection
Mould
Nozzle
Silicone part
n “Screw + plunger” injection
n Direct screw injection
Extrusion
Regulation chamber
n Applications
> All types of sections (tubes, oven seals…).
> Electrical cables.
n Peroxide
The peroxide type is determined by the
vulcanization process as recommended in this
table.
Silicone
HCR
Screw
Silicone
Profile
Silicone
Screw
HCR
Body
Body
Setting screw
Metallic
insert
Adaptation
n Direct head extrusion
n Cross-head extrusion
Bluestar Silicones
name
Catalyst
Vulcanizing technique
2,4 dichlorobenzoyl peroxide
E
- Without pressure hot air or infra red extrusion
- Melted salt bath extrusion
Dimethyl-2,5 bis
(tertiobutylperoxy 2,5 hexane)
L
- Extrusion in steam at 12 to 20 bars pressure
- Molding
Dicumyl peroxide
D
- Extrusion in steam at 6 to 12 bars pressure
- Molding
Calendering
n Applications
> To produce thin sheets of uncured Silicone
elastomer.
Infra-red tubes
Feeding
Silicone sheets
n Equipment
> 3, 4 or 5 rollers system.
n Curing methods
> Hot air tunnel.
> Autoclave.
> Rotocure.
Silicone
vulcanized
sheets
Tension device Winding
Continuous belt
Heat regulated drum
n Direct head extrusion
pemaco - Photos : Bluestar Silicones
n Curing methods
> Hot air, or infra red without pressure.
> Salt melted bath.
> Steam under pressure (6 to 20 bars).
Die
Plug
SIL 10 005 3-GP1
n Equipment
An extruder with:
> A double skin enabling the sheath, the screw
and the head to be cooled.
> A feed roller, located under the feed hopper,
to help pull through the materials.
> A chrome-plated or other type of screw
(L/D ratio : from 10 to 15).
Sleeve insert
(cable)
Die
Rhodorsil® HCR*
Specialties
Bluestar Silicones markets Rhodorsil® HCR Specialties able to support
extreme working conditions.
With the highest notable performance, these products are specifically
designed for the most demanding application fields (i.e.: automotive,
electrical appliance, heavy industries, etc.).
Gasketing
and “o-rings”
Silicone rubber rollers
Oven profiles
> Advantages of Rhodorsil® HCR
Specialties
n Special products for all your special needs
>
>
>
>
>
>
Easy processing.
Outstanding oil resistance.
Very high heat stabilities.
Excellent damping coefficients.
Very low shore hardness and extrudable.
Coolant fluid resistance.
* Heat Cure Silicone Rubber
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
Rhodorsil® HCR
Specialties
Properties
General
characteristics
Series
Molding e
Translucen
Excellent proces
Good compromise between tea
Standards
Specific Gravity
ISO R1183
MF 660 U
Translucent
(g/cm3)
Heat stability
Catalyst type
Catalyst content (parts)
Post cure
Mechanical
properties
after cure
MF 620 U
Translucent
Units
Appearance
1.06
1.16
200 °C
200 °C
E
L
E
L
0.8
0.6
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
Hardness, shore A
ASTM D 2240
Tensile strength
ISO R37
Elongation at break
4 hours at 200 °C
24
17
60
60
(MPa)
4.1
5.1
7.6
7.5
ISO R37
(%)
700
1 050
355
390
Secant modulus
at 100% elongation
ASTM D 412
(MPa)
0.46
0.37
2.1
2
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A (kN/m)
7
7
17
18
Compression set
(22 h/177 °C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B (%)
30
28
15
16
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
63
51
55
54
(%)
THT
Molding e
Very high
Properties
General
characteristics
Standards
Units
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
Appearance
Specific Gravity
MM 50 THT
Creamy white
Creamy white
1.09
1.13
Heat stability
300 °C
Catalyst type
300 °C
E
L
Catalyst content (parts)
1.25
0.6
Post cure
4 hours at 200 °C
Hardness, shore A
Mechanical
properties
after cure
MM 40 THT
ASTM D 2240
39
37
E
L
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
46
46
Tensile strength
ISO R37
(MPa)
6.1
7.4
7.4
7.6
Elongation at break
ISO R37
(%)
470
530
485
570
Secant modulus
at 100% elongation
ASTM D 412
(MPa)
0.8
0.8
1
0.8
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A (kN/m)
12
14
16
18
Compression set
(22 h/177 °C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B (%)
31
15
43
21
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
60
52
54
49
(%)
600
Series 700
extrusion
Molding calendering
nt elastomer
ssing properties
ar strength and compression set
Coulant fluid
Resistance
High resiliency
MF 670 U
MF 680 U
MF 750 U
MF 760 U
MF 770 U
Translucent
Translucent
Translucent
Translucent
Translucent
1.18
1.21
1.13
1.16
1.18
200 °C
220 °C
225 °C
225 °C
200 °C
E
L
E
L
E
L
E
L
E
L
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
4 hours at 200 °C
67
70
76
80
49
45
63
60
73
75
8
7.6
7.1
6.8
8.8
9.4
8.4
8.1
8.3
8.2
350
400
340
335
445
615
344
391
280
298
2.5
2.4
2.9
3.2
1.5
1
2.4
2.1
3.4
3.4
17
18
15
17
13
16
15
17
14
17
21
20
22
22
18
7
9
9
6
6
46
48
42
40
68
60
65
58
56
57
series
Molding
Extrusion
Excellent damping coefficient
Resistance to low temperature
Low hardness
extrusion
heat stability
MM 60 THT
MM 70 THT
MM 771/30 U
MM 771/50 U
MM 771/80 U
MF 25 U
Creamy white
Creamy white
Translucent
Translucent
Translucent
Beige
1.16
1.19
1.08
1.16
1.25
1.13
300 °C
300 °C
E
L
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
56
- 110 °C to 250 °C
E
L
1.25
0.6
4 hours at 200 °C
56
64
64
E
L
1.25
0.6
16 hours at 200 °C
27
31
- 110 °C to 250 °C
E
L
1.25
0.6
16 hours at 200 °C
45
50
- 110 °C to 250 °C
E
L
1.25
0.6
16 hours at 200 °C
74
71
225 °C
E
0.75
4 hours at 200 °C
23
9.4
9.4
9.5
9.5
9.7
9.4
9.3
9.4
7
7.7
6.4
460
505
410
530
810
715
655
625
455
455
1 015
1.3
1.2
1.7
1.3
0.5
0.6
0.8
0.9
1.9
2.1
0.4
19
20
20
25
28
26
42
37
29
31
29
42
28
54
33
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
50
44
43
34
31
46
27
35
35
34
38
Additives & Color Master Batches
Rhodorsil
®
Batches
Color Master
Additives &
available
additives is
A range of
®
master batch
for Rhodorsil
own
to blend their
users wishing
1,15
ShA 60 / d =
1,3
ShA 70 / d =
1,45
ShA 60 / d =
L.O.I (%)
40
30
compounds.
20
Additives
with extending
Improves operation adjustment
fillers and plasticity
ShA 60 / d =
75
strength
Improves demolding
DA 22
operation
Additives
55
in non-post cured
Prevents of blooming 2,4 dichlorobenzoyl
d with
partsvulcanise
acceptor)
peroxide (acid
0,5
0
Improves fire
HFR 1
AD 744
AD 703
TFC 10
cohesion and
2
1,5
1
AD 904 content
(parts)
y increasing
consistenc
AD 904 - Mooney
HCR
+ AD 720
60
40
versions)
resistance (translucent
Improves ash
HAC 5
n Additive
oils resistance
fire resistance
250 °C
stability up to
Increases heat
industrial applications
(without turning),
300 °C,
stability up to
Increases heat
industrial applications
300 °C,
stability up to
Increases heat
applications
food contact
® have other
”
& Fix Centers
Rhodorsil “Mix
ce enhancing
and performan
se blends with
processing
offer ready-to-u
ce
additives and
istics and performan
optimum character
please
levels.
applications,
About regulated
contact us.
s. Deliverin
Bluestar Silicone
20
0
-20
-40
-60
-80
ShA (pts) VAR
VOL (%) VAR
EB (%) VAR
TS (%) VAR
Ageing 70
h at 150 °C
in IRM 3 oil
resistance
AD 720 - Oil
n Additive
nt
improveme
HCR
+ AD 744
10
+ AD 703/TFC
700
at break (%)
Improves hot
AD 720
500
Elongation
AD 916
nt
improveme
1,15
65
Objective
®
Rhodorsil
8
(parts)
ML (1+4)
Increases green
AD 904
Mooney C.
AD 717
HAC 5 content
resistance
HAC 5 - Fire
n Additive
Objective
®
Rhodorsil
4
0
300
100
7 D 10 D
7D
200¡C
177¡C
7D
3D
225¡C
7D
3D
250¡C
Ageing conditions
nt
improveme
n Heat stability
l.
g Your Potentia
7D
3D
275¡C
1D
7D
3D
300¡C
Coloring Rhodorsil® master batches is easy using Rhodorsil® Color Master Batches (pigments premixed into
the silicone gum).
To find out about all the available Rhodorsil® Color Master Batches, please consult
the Additives & Color Master Batches page.
A range of additives is available for Rhodorsil® master batch users wishing to blend their own compounds.
To find out about all the available Rhodorsil® Additives, please consult the Additives & Color Master
Batches page.
Heat resistance
Oil resistance
In order to produce products answering
strict criteria in terms of heat resistance,
Bluestar Silicones developed a very high
temperature resistance range, which
can resist until 300 °C without significant
deterioration of its properties.
Bluestar Silicones also offers a complete range
of additives allowing the improvement of the
heat stability of all master batches.
Generally, the aggressiveness of the engine oils with elastomers increases
with temperature, and espacially with temperatures higher than 100-120 °C.
Beyond 150 °C, only silicones can ensure a sufficient sealing for automobile
gasketing.
Tensile strength (MPa)
> 600 series
MF 620 U
MF 660 U*
MF 670 U*
MF 680 U*
Shore A hardness
17
60
70
80
Tensile strength (MPa)
5,1
7
7,6
5,9
Elongation at break (%)
1050
390
405
290
No post cure
> THT series
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
In order to produce products answering strict criteria in terms of oil
resistance, Bluestar Silicones proposes one series of products:
250 °C
275 °C
300 °C
Properties after immersion for 70 h at 150 °C in ASTM 1 oil
Shore A hardness
14
(- 3)
58
(- 2)
68
(- 2)
80
(- 2)
Tensile strength (MPa)
4,2
(-17%)
6,2
(-11%)
6,8
(-11%)
4,8
(-18%)
Elongation at break (%)
1045
(0)
330
(-15%)
320
(-21%)
330
Swelling (%)
MM 40 THT
MM 50 THT
MM 60 THT
MM 70 THT
n Tensile strenght evolution after 7 days
+6
(-28%)
+5
+4
+3
Properties after immersion for 70 h at 150 °C in IRM 902 oil
12
(- 5)
Tensile strength (MPa)
4
Elongation at break (%)
970
Shore A hardness
(- 7)
76
(- 4)
(- 6)
(-22%)
6,8
(-3%)
6,7
(-5%)
5,1
(-18%)
(-8%)
360
(-8%)
350
(-14%)
225
(-22%)
+12
Swelling (%)
63
54
+9
+8
+9
EB (%)
Properties after immersion for 70 h at 150 °C in IRM 903 oil
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
250 °C
275 °C
300 °C
Shore A hardness
40
(- 20)
Tensile strength (MPa)
4,6
Elongation at break (%)
300
Swelling (%)
46
(- 24)
(-34%)
6
(-24%)
310
+38
60
(- 20)
(-21%)
4
(-32%)
(-24%)
215
(-25%)
+41
+32
* With 5 parts of AD 720 additive.
MM 40 THT
MM 50 THT
MM 60 THT
MM 70 THT
n Elongation at break evolution after 7 days
Coolant resistance
The severe conditions under the hood are requiring new generation of coolant
fluids which are rather agressive versus elastomers pipes.
700 series are designed to produce hoses and parts with extended life.
250 °C
275 °C
300 °C
MF 750 U
MF 760 U
MF 770 U
Post cure: 4 hours at 200°C
Shore A hardness
45
60
75
Tensile strength (MPa)
9.4
8.1
8.2
615
391
298
Elongation at break (%)
Properties after immersion for 7 days at boiling point in Havoline XLC
MM 40 THT
MM 50 THT
MM 60 THT
MM 70 THT
n Shore A hardness evolution after 7 days
Shore A hardness
46
1
61
1
76
1
Tensile strength (MPa)
9.9
6%
7.2
-11%
7.2
-12%
Elongation at break (%)
608
-1%
341
-13%
274
0
Swelling (%)
-1
-8%
-1
Properties after immersion for 1000 hours at boiling point in Havoline XLC
Shore A hardness
46
1
63
2
78
3
Tensile strength (MPa)
9.1
-3%
6.9
-15%
6.3
-23%
Elongation at break (%)
633
3%
328
-16%
262
-12%
Swelling (%)
37
-3
-4
pemaco - Photos: Bluestar Silicones
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
SIL 10 005 3-Spec1
Hardness ShA
> 700 series
Rhodorsil® FIM
polyaddition HCR
for increased productivity
Optimized productivity is often achieved by complex mold design
(increasing number of cavities). This in turn makes temperatures and
material critical parameters more difficult to control. Part quality can
consequently suffer with anormally high reject rates.
Constantly at the forefront of innovation, Bluestar Silicones is offering
a range of platinum catalysed silicones (polyaddition reaction):
> Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR (Fast cure Injection Molding).
> Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR can be easily processed using mold
and injection presses already used in the rubber industry, without further
investment.
> Advantages of Rhodorsil® FIM
polyaddition HCR
n Significant increase in productivity
> Cure kinetics 2 to 3 times quicker than those measured on peroxide grades.
n Outstanding processability
> Excellent demolding (no surface tack).
> Significant reduction in reject rate: very good tear strength at high temperature,
curing relatively insensitive to temperature uniformity (complex molds,
multi-cavity molds, thick-section part, etc.).
n Very good mechanical properties
> Excellent compromise between elongation at break /
tear strength / compression set.
n Low temperature curability
> Energy savings, insert molding of sensitive parts.
n Respect for the environment and improved conditions at work
> Free of peroxide residues.
> Odorless vulcanizing.
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR
Excellent pr
Outstandin
Good general comp
Low compression se
Examples of ready to use compounds
Gener
Properties
General
characteristics
Standards
Units
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
Appearance
Specific Gravity
Post cure
Mechanical
properties
after cure(1)
FIM 5125
FIM 5145
Transparent
Translucent
1.06
1.1
No
4 h at 200 °C
No
4 h at 200 °C
19
28
42
47
5.9
4.9
7.8
7.3
1460
910
700
540
12
15
29
21
(%)
-
26
-
21
(%)
59
63
61
62
Hardness, shore A
ASTM D 2240
Tensile strength
ISO R37
Elongation at break
ISO R37
(%)
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A
(kN/m)
Compression set
(22 h/177 °C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
(MPa)
(1) Properties measured on 2 mm ASTM compression molded specimens. Cure time: 5 min at 170 °C
Rhodorsil®­­­FIM polyaddition HCR
Scorch time (TS2)
To further enhance its customer service, Bluestar Silicones distributes
Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR as ready-mixed compounds from its
“Mix & Fix Centers®”.
The scorch time for Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition
HCR blends can be increased or decreased
without significantly changing the cure rate or cross
link density.
> Determining which compounds are the most economical,
the best suited to processing conditions and the highest
performing.
Depending on specific requirements, “Mix & Fix Centers®” determine
which tailored formulation best meets needs in term of:
n Cost
> Seeking the lowest cost price.
n Processing
> Optimization of the curing system: determining the best compromise
between productivity/processing constraints.
> Specific performance attributes for each production unit.
n Performance
> Ready-mixed compounds supplied within the best lead times.
> Analytical report on the characteristics and performance levels
compared with the specifications and special requirements, advice
on specialized testing laboratories, etc.
“Mix & Fix Centers®” have the job of preparing samples for approval
and delivering special ready-mixed products, in the best timing.
“Mix & Fix Centers®” represent an invaluable potential resource for rubber
converters, engineering offices, R&D establishments and materials testing
facilities.
> Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR offers
the possibility of optimizing molding
characteristics to your requirements.
When using peroxide blends, it is common to vary
the peroxide content to improve the scorch time.
The small gain in scorch time obtained is always
accompanied by a significant change in cure rate
and cross link density.
Reduction in reject rates
It is also possible to increase the scorch time
(TS2) by reducing the mold temperature without
significantly affecting productivity. For peroxide
blends, a lower molding temperature causes
a dramatic increase in cure time.
Excellent processability
Outstanding cure rate
Good compromise of properties:
> High tear strength
> High elongation at break
rocessability
ng cure rate
promise of properties
et and high resilience
ral use
High performance
FIM 5160
FIM 5170
FIM 5340
FIM 5360
FIM 5375
Translucent
Translucent
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
1.14
1.18
1.1
1.16
1.19
No
4 h at 200 °C
No
4 h at 200 °C
No
4 h at 200 °C
No
4 h at 200 °C
No
4 h at 200 °C
56
61
66
71
37
43
55
61
66
75
7.6
7.5
7.8
8.3
7.7
7.6
9.9
9.7
9.7
10.5
410
370
670
650
820
680
900
770
785
640
17
16
28
22
36
30
48
44
49
37
-
18
-
23
-
25
-
40
-
44
56
59
53
56
48
42
46
48
45
48
Impact of temperature variations
TS2
Time
With peroxide blends, these temperature
differences can cause wide variations in
cure kinetics and in the elastomer’s physical
properties: in a multi-cavity mold, certain parts
can be correctly cured while others are still under
cured.
n Rhodorsil® FIM
Torque
The platinum system in Rhodorsil® FIM
polyaddition HCR means that the cross link
density changes very little: the end properties
of the elastomer are uniform and all the parts
in a complex mold are cured at the same time.
TS2
Torque
Depending on the geometry of the molded part
and elastomer used, the temperature can vary
by between 10 and 20 °C from the center to
the mold surface.
Time
n Rhodorsil® FIM
170°C
160°C
150°C
Torque
Torque
> The FIM system is much less sensitive
than peroxide systems to temperature
variations.
170°C
160°C
150°C
140°C
Time
n Peroxide
140°C
Time
n Peroxide
Vulcanization technology:
compared curing levels
Maximum torque
Torque
The graphs opposite illustrate the differences between the two reactions.
The graph for platinum, due to a very high cure rate, reaches maximum torque
very quickly. The much quicker kinetic of Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR
causes a significant reduction in finished article production costs.
The injection-molding cycle time can be cut by two or even three times
compared with peroxide versions, according to the dimensions and complexity
of the part to be molded.
The much slower cure rate of peroxide elastomers means multi-cavity molds
must be used to achieve reasonable production yields. It becomes more
difficult to achieve optimum quality levels and reject rate increase.
The much faster cure rate of Rhodorsil® FIM polyaddition HCR enable less
complex molds to be used (cheaper to produce). Better temperature control
and better control of material flow properties make it possible to produce
finished parts to much tighter specifications.
T90
(Cure time)
Time
n Rhodorsil® FIM
Torque
Maximum torque
T90
(Cure time)
> Higher quality parts and much lower
reject rate.
Time
n Peroxide
CH3
>
>
>
>
No reaction by-product.
Respect for the environment.
Odorless.
Improved conditions for employees.
CH3
Si
O
CH
CH 2
Si
+
Pt;
Inhibitor
H
T°C
O
CH 3
Si
O
O
CH 2
n General diagram
CH 2
Si
CH3
pemaco - Photos : Bluestar Silicones - Shutterstock
The polyaddition crosslinking reaction (first order reaction) is much quicker
than that initiated by peroxides and does not generate any toxic by-products.
SIL 10 005 3-FIM1
Polyaddition crosslinking reaction
Silbione® HCR
for food contact, pharmaceutical
and health care applications
Under the Silbione® HCR brand name, Bluestar Silicones manufactures
and sells a range of heat-curing elastomers specifically intended for use in:
> food contact applications
> health care and pharmaceutical applications.
Silbione® series 71000 HCR’s are silicone master batches offering
advantages both for processors and end users.
Food contact
Tubing for fluid
handling
Medical device
components
> Meets legislation
n For processors
These products offer optimal conditions
of use:
> Excellent processability.
> Conformity with regulations: due to their
low volatile content, short levels of post curing
still enable regulations to be met.
Bluestar Silicones provides its customers
on request with:
> Certificates of conformity containing the
results of migratory tests according to food
contact protocols.
> Reports on biological testing for health
care applications.
n For end users
These products have all the advantages:
> High innocuity due to the inorganic
Si-O-Si chain.
> High level of transparency.
> Suitable composition: absence of
compounds affecting taste.
> Absence of nitrosamines either in the
elastomer or in the initial compound.
> Excellent mechanical characteristics.
> Outstanding physico-chemical stability:
- wide range of use (-50 °C + 200 °C) with
excellent resistance to thermal ageing and
oxidising agents (oxygen, ozone, UV)
- excellent behaviour when sterilised.
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
Silbione® HCR
Molding and extrusion
High transparency
Properties
General
characteristics
Mechanical
properties
after curing
and post-curing
4 hours at 200°C
Standards
Units
Specific Gravity
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
Hardness, shore A
ASTM D 2240
MM 71160 U
Appearance
Transparent
1.14
62
Tensile strength
ISO R37
(MPa)
10
Elongation at break
ISO R37
(%)
320
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 A
(kN/m)
20
Compression set
(22 h/177°C/25%)
ASTM D 395 B
(%)
35
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
(%)
47
> A perfect match between
characteristics / applications
Safe and biocompatible
High level of transparency
The carefully selected components that make
up Silbione® HCR’s enable safe articles to be
manufactured according to the criteria set down
in the Pharmacopoeia. When processed under
optimum conditions, the articles meet the
biocompatibility criteria generally applicable to
products based on silicone elastomers such as:
> the absence of hemolysis
> the absence of tissue and bacterial adhesion.
Silicones have these qualities due to their ability
to produce non-polar surfaces which therefore
have very little interaction with biological systems
and pose no health risks.
Silbione® HCR’s high level of transparency
is achieved through the use of products with
a very high level of purity enabling excellent
observation of conveyed liquids.
Absence of nitrosamines
The high transparency, combined with the absence
of nitrosamines in Silbione® HCR master batches,
makes them ideally suited to producing articles
for infant applications (baby bottle teats, soothers,
toys). Tests have been performed to demonstrate
the absence of nitrosamines. The reports are
available upon request.
Conformity with regulation
The elastomer obtained by curing and post-curing
Silbione® HCR master batch for 4 hrs at 200 °C
only contains substances authorised by the
following regulations:
> France: Journal Officiel dated Nov. 25, 1992 Brochure 1227.
> Italy: Gazetta Officiale decreto 1973 and
addendum.
> Germany: BfR Part XV Silicones.
> USA: FDA Code of Federal Regulation 21 Chap. 177.2600.
Very low level of post-curing
Due to the low volatile content in Silbione® HCR
master batches, these products conform to
regulation after short post-curing cycles such
as 4 hrs at 200 °C. The recommended minimum
amount of air is 100 l/min per kg rubber.
Excellent mechanical
characteristics
The mechanical characteristics of Silbione® 71000
series HCR’s are particularly well suited to these
application types:
> tear strength, tensile strength especially for infant
applications
> high resilience for drain and catheter applications,
and peristaltic pump accessories.
Molding and extrusion
High transparency
High tear strength
MM 71791/40 U
MM 71791/60 U
MM 71791/70 U
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
1.1
1.15
1.18
43
62
72
9
10
9.5
600
500
410
31
38
34
27
40
40
50
42
37
In all cases, it is up to the manufacturer of the
finished product to check its conformity with tests
stipulated in the appropriate regulations. The use of
these elastomers is prohibited by Bluestar Silicones
for the following medical applications:
> implanted devices for more than 29 days
> all devices in contact for more than 29 days
with blood, and mucus membranes (contraception,
obstetrics)
> plastic surgery.
% Elongation at break
Silbione 71000 series HCR offer remarkable
physico-chemical stability:
> Wide range of use (-50 °C + 200 °C).
> Very good resistance to:
- thermal ageing
- oxidising agents (oxygen, ozone, UV).
> Very good behaviour in relation to all types
of sterilization methods. The elastomers obtained
by processing Silbione® HCR series master
batches can withstand all current sterilization
methods (autoclave, ethylene oxide, ionising
radiation) over several cycles or at high radiation
levels without significant variation in their
characteristics. Even under extreme sterilizing
conditions these elastomers remain in compliance
with the physico-chemical tests in the European
Pharmacopoeia, 3rd Edition “Silicone Elastomers
for fastenings and tubing applications 3.1.9. (1997)”.
®
% Hexane soluble substances
Excellent physico-chemical
stability
ethylene oxide
autoclave
ionising radiation
3
2
1
nb cycle or 1
25
kGy dose
5
50
10
75
Type of
sterilization
nb cycle or 1
25
kGy dose
5
50
10
75
Type of
sterilization
600
400
200
n Sterilization effects
®
*
Silbione LSR pharmaceutical
food contact,
for
applications
and health care
and
to pharmaceutical
well adapted
®
LSR range is
atibility of silicone
The Silbione
good biocomp
have
ons due to the
which therefore
health care applicati
polar surfaces
to produce non
to their high level
and their ability
l systems. Due
rly
n with biologica
®
LSR are particula
very little interactio
clarity, Silbione
properties and
baby nipples,
of mechanical
parts such as
molded
ent
transpar
an excellent
suited for highly
grades show
and valves. These
gies.
pacifiers, stoppers
on technolo
standard sterilizati
resistance to
Sport and leisure
goods
Baby nipples
Kitchenware
®
of Silbione LSR
> Advantages
properties are
range
n Most important
stability on a wide
> Very high physical
°C).
(- 50 °C to 200
of temperature
to thermal ageing
> Very good resistance
ozone, UV).
agents (oxygen,
.
and oxidising
to sterilization
> Excellent resistance
of transparency.
> Very high level
> Biocompatibility.
or by-products.
> Non toxic residues mechanical properties.
level of
> A very good
* Liquid Silicone
es
with the advantag moulding process
> Automatic injection injection moulding.
tic
similar to thermoplas
rubber grades
rate than other
> Higher curing
level.
scorch.
with low scrap
cycle times without
> Highly productive
tear.
g with good hot
> Easy demouldin
or easy to
transparency
> High level of
pigment.
Rubber
. Deliverin
Bluestar Silicones
associated
properties are
g
n All these
of easily processin
.
g Your Potential
A Silbione® LSR range
is also available.
Refer to the data file
Silbione® LSR.
> Quality assured
Manufacturing
Bluestar Silicones takes special care in both
manufacturing and quality control.
These guarantees users the supply of a range
of elastomers for which the quality level is in
conformity with the special requirements in these
applicational fields:
> absence of cross-contamination
> high level of filtration
> specific testing.
These operations are part of the Bluestar Silicones
quality policy, which is ISO 9001 certified.
Testing
Specific testing is performed on each batch of
products in the Silbione® HCR series in order to
meet various regulations.
The results are written on the analytical certificate
together with the mechanical properties.
Pharmacopoeia
specification
Food
grade
Medical
grade
Vulcanised, post cured product
Identity: IR Spectrum
Volatile content (%): (200 °C-10 g-4hrs)
Conformity
0.5 max
Residual peroxides (%)
0.08 max
Mineral oils (fluorescence)
Conformity
Aqueous extract
Turbidity (NTU)
4 max
Alkalinity (ml HCI 0.01N)
1 max
Acidity (ml NaOH 0.01N)
1.5 max
Reduc. sub. (ml Na2SO3 0.01N)
1 max
Hexane extract
Hexane soluble (%)
3 max
Phenyl compounds (DO/UV)
0.4 max
Heavy metals (ppm)
(other liquid extracts)
10 max
> In conformity with food contact
and biomedical legislation
In addition to tests performed on each batch according to the European
Pharmacopoeia, Silbione® HCR master batches have directly undergone tests in relation
to their application in terms of their formulation after catalysis, curing and post-curing
for 4hrs at 200 °C.
Food contact / migration tests
Performed tests required for Class I applications in accordance with EC Directive 93/42 dated
June 14, 1993 regarding medical devices:
> cytotoxicity
> irritation
> sensitivity.
For blood contact applications, which can be in Class II, blood compatibility has been verified
for certain Silbione® EVC master batches. Performed tests according to USP XXIII class VI
requirements:
> absence of acute system toxicity
> absence of intracutaneous toxicity
> implant test.
SIL 10 005 3-Silb1
Biological tests / biomedical applications
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Tests carried out in liquid and fat-rich environments according to regulations:
> EC Directive 82/711 and EC Directive 93/8.
> FDA: CFR 21, part 177.2600.
The statements of conformity issued based on the results of these protocols are available on request.
Silbione® LSR*
for food contact, pharmaceutical
and health care applications
The Silbione® LSR range is well adapted to pharmaceutical and
health care applications due to the good biocompatibility of silicone
and their ability to produce non polar surfaces which therefore have
very little interaction with biological systems. Due to their high level
of mechanical properties and clarity, Silbione® LSR are particularly
suited for highly transparent molded parts such as baby nipples,
pacifiers, stoppers and valves. These grades show an excellent
resistance to standard sterilization technologies.
Baby nipples
Sport and leisure
goods
Kitchenware
> Advantages of Silbione® LSR
n Most important properties are
> Very high physical stability on a wide range
of temperature (- 50 °C to 200 °C).
> Very good resistance to thermal ageing
and oxidising agents (oxygen, ozone, UV).
> Excellent resistance to sterilization.
> Very high level of transparency.
> Biocompatibility.
> Non toxic residues or by-products.
> A very good level of mechanical properties.
n All these properties are associated
with the advantages of easily processing
> Automatic injection molding process
similar to thermoplastic injection molding.
> Higher curing rate than other rubber grades
with low scrap level.
> Highly productive cycle times without scorch.
> Easy demolding with good hot tear.
> High level of transparency or easy to
pigment.
* Liquid Silicone Rubber
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
Silbione® LSR
Properties
General
characteristics
Standards
Units
ISO R1183
(g/cm3)
LSR 4330 A/B
LSR 4340 A/B
LSR 4350 A/B
LSR 4360 A/B
LSR 4370 A/B
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
Transparent
1.11
550
1.12
1 800
1.12
2 000
1.13
2 000
1.14
1 800
Appearance
Specific Gravity at 25 °C
Viscosity (shear rate 1 s-1)
Viscosity (shear rate 10 s-1)
Mechanical
properties after
post-curing
4 hours
at 200 °C
Pot life at 25 °C
270
650
700
700
600
days
>3
>3
>3
>3
>3
Hardness, shore A
ASTM D 2240
31
40
50
61
70
Tensile strength
NFT 46 002
(MPa)
9.3
8.6
8.8
8.6
8.3
(%)
400
Elongation at break
NFT 46 002
750
605
530
430
Tear strength
ASTM D 624 B (kN/m)
36
50
51
41
35
Compression set
ASTM D 395 B (%)
10
12
15
24
Rebound resilience
ISO 4662
60
52
57
60
60
(%)
Silbione® LSR series have an excellent balance between properties
and easy productive process.
The following testing has been conducted on our Silbione® LSR materials
FDA 21 CFR
177.2600A
Silbione® LSR 4330 A/B
FDA 7117.11
NitrosaminesC
CytotoxicityA
USP Class VIB
OK(1)
OK(1)
OK
OK(1) (3)
OK(1)
Silbione LSR 4340 A/B
OK
Silbione® LSR 4350 A/B
OK(1)
OK(1)
OK(1)
OK(1)
Silbione LSR 4360 A/B
OK
OK
OK
OK(2)
Silbione® LSR 4370 A/B
OK(2)
OK(1)
®
®
(1)
(2)
(1)
(1)
(2)
OK(1) (4)
OK(2)
A. Water and hexane extract tests conducted on final product (A+B).
B. Testing conducted on final product (A+B). Tests include sensitization,
intracutaneous toxicity, systemic toxicity, muscle implant, & genotoxicity.
C. Total nitrosamines tested on final product (A+B).
OK(1). The test was performed on the material; test was successfully passed.
OK(2). The test was not performed on the material. However, it is substantially
equivalent to another tested Bluestar Silicones LSR material. Test results are
adequate for subject material.
OK(3). Additional tests performed and successfully passed include pyrogenicity
and hemocompatibility.
OK(4). Additional tests performed and successfully passed include pyrogenicity.
> Conformity with regulation
Food contact
Certified quality
The substances contained in the elastomers
obtained by curing and post-curing 4 hours at
200 °C Silbione® LSR grades conform with these
requirements:
> USA: FDA - code of Federal Regulation 21 Chapt. 177.2600 and FDA 7117.11 Nitrosamines.
> Germany: Bfr Part XV Silicones.
> France: Journal Officiel dated Nov. 25, 1992brochure 1227.
> Italy: Gazetta Officiale - decreto 1973 and
addendum.
Bluestar Silicones takes special care in both
manufacturing and quality control. Bluestar’s
production locations are certified ISO 9001.
Health Care
Silbione® LSR 4300 series is formulated to
meet USP class VI requirements for health care
applications (see enclosed table).
In all cases, it is up to the manufacturer of the
finished product to check its conformity with
tests stipulated in the appropriate regulations.
The use of these elastomers is prohibited by
Bluestar Silicones for the following medical
applications:
> devices implanted for more than 29 days
> all devices in contact for more than 29 days
with blood, and mucus membranes
(contraception, obstetrics)
> plastic surgery.
®
Silbione HCR pharmaceutical
food contact,
for
applications
and health care
manufactures
Bluestar Silicones
use in:
®
HCR brand name,
lly intended for
Under the Silbione
elastomers specifica
of heat-curing
and sells a range
applications
ons.
> food contact
eutical applicati
and pharmac
batches offering
> health care
are silicone master
HCR’s
®
71000
Silbione series
and end users.
for processors
advantages both
Food contact
Tubing for fluid
handling
tion
> Meets legisla
rs
n For processo
offer optimal conditions
These products
of use:
ility.
> Excellent processab
s: due to their
with regulation
post curing
> Conformity
short levels of
low volatile content, to be met.
still enable regulations
provides its customers
Bluestar Silicones
on request with:
containing the
of conformity
to food
> Certificates
tests according
results of migratory
contact protocols.
for health
biological testing
> Reports on
s.
care application
. Deliverin
Bluestar Silicones
Medical device
components
n For end users
s:
have all the advantage
These products
due to the inorganic
> High innocuity
Si-O-Si chain.
of transparency.
> High level
on: absence of
> Suitable composititaste.
compounds affecting
either in the
nitrosamines
.
> Absence of
compound
initial
the
elastomer or in
al characteristics.
stability:
> Excellent mechanic
physico-chemical
> Outstanding
+ 200 °C) with
of use (-50 °C
and
- wide range
to thermal aging
excellent resistance
UV)
(oxygen, ozone,
oxidising agents
when sterilised.
- excellent behaviour
.
g Your Potential
A Silbione® HCR range
is also available.
Refer to the data file
Silbione® HCR.
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Silbione® LSR 4300 series can be used for food contact pharmaceutical and health care
applications. Due to the low volatile content in Silbione® LSR, these products conform to
legislation after short post-curing cycles such as 4 h at 200 °C. The recommended minimum
amount of air is 100 l/min per kg rubber.
SIL 10 005 3-LSR1
Regulatory support
Product
Rhodorsil®
Additives & Color Master Batches
30
Additives
Objective
AD 717
Improves operation with extending
fillers and plasticity adjustment
AD 904
Increases green strength
DA 22
Improves demolding operation
Additives
Rhodorsil®
Objective
AD 916
Prevents of blooming in non-post cured
partsvulcanised with 2,4 dichlorobenzoyl
peroxide (acid acceptor)
AD 720
Improves hot oils resistance
HFR 1
Improves fire resistance (translucent versions)
HAC 5
Improves ash cohesion and fire resistance
AD 744
Increases heat stability up to 250 °C
(without turning), industrial applications
AD 703
Increases heat stability up to 300 °C,
industrial applications
TFC 10
Increases heat stability up to 300 °C,
food contact applications
20
0
4
HAC 5 content (parts)
8
n Additive HAC 5 - Fire resistance improvement
75
Mooney C. ML (1+4)
Rhodorsil®
ShA 60 / d = 1,15
ShA 70 / d = 1,3
ShA 60 / d = 1,45
40
L.O.I (%)
A range of additives is available
for Rhodorsil® master batch
users wishing to blend their own
compounds.
ShA 60 / d = 1,15
65
55
0
0,5
1
AD 904 content (parts)
1,5
2
n Additive AD 904 - Mooney consistency increasing
60
40
HCR
+ AD 720
20
0
-20
-40
-60
-80
ShA (pts) VAR
TS (%) VAR
EB (%) VAR
VOL (%) VAR
Ageing 70 h at 150 °C in IRM 3 oil
n Additive AD 720 - Oil resistance improvement
Elongation at break (%)
700
Rhodorsil “Mix & Fix Centers®” have other
processing and performance enhancing
additives and offer ready-to-use blends with
optimum characteristics and performance
levels.
About regulated applications, please
contact us.
HCR
+ AD 744
+ AD 703/TFC 10
500
300
100
7D
177¡C
7 D 10 D
200¡C
3D
7D
225¡C
3D
7D
250¡C
3D
7D
275¡C
Ageing conditions
n Heat stability improvement
Bluestar Silicones. Delivering Your Potential.
1D
3D
7D
300¡C
Color Master Batches
Color master batches for Rhodorsil® HCR provide a guarantee
of quality and performance for all silicone heat cure elastomers
which require pigmentation for technical or aestetical reasons.
Bluestar Silicones ref. RAL equiv.
White MB 01
9010
Yellow MB 17
1018
Brick Red MB 32
3013/3016
Dark Red MB 37
3000
Dark Blue MB 48
5002
Brown MB 58
8015/8016
MB 01 - MB 32 MB 48 - MB 58 MB 72
Green MB 67
6032
MB 17 - MB 67 MB 76
Grey MB 72
7037/7000
Ox Black MB 76
9011
Black MB 79
9017
> High pigmentation with economical levels.
> Optimum consistency, which allows fast addition on a 2-roll mill.
> To obtain good mixing it is advised to add the Color Master Batch(es)
after the curing agent and any other additive(s).
Compliance with regulation (food contact)
France
Journal officiel
Brochure 1227
Circulaire 176
Germany
Italy
USA
BfR
Decreto
Bundesinstitut für ministeriale
Risikobewertung N°220
FDA CFR 21
177. 2 600
MB 79
MB 37
+
In accordance with the directive
-
Not in accordance with the directive
Color Master Batches for Rhodorsil® HCR comply with European
directives 2005/95/EC (ROHS) and 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
Recommended levels and colors
The colors are tuned by trichomatic spectrometry to minimize
the variation of shade from one batch to another.
High temperature performance
Master batches for silicone heat cure elastomers from Bluestar Silicones
have particularly good resistance to thermal aging (and in the case of the
“THT” range, extremely good resistance) they have been selected for their
outstanding resistance to high temperature over extended periods.
SIL 10 005 3-Add1
Quality and consistency of the colors
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The recommanded levels are 1,2% for most color master batches but
for grey and black colors 0,4 to 0,5 % are sufficient.
The above recommanded levels give the shade of colour in ASTM slabs using
Rhodorsil® MF 175 USP catalysed with 2,5 -dimethyl -2,5 di(tertiobutylperoxy)
hexane, cured 10 min. at 170 °C and post-cured 4 hours at 200 °C.