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- Manufacturer: Momentive
- Product Line: Momentive Silicone Elastomers
- Product: Liquid Silicone Rubber
- Industries: Building & Construction | Elastomers | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
LIM™ 6040
LIM™ 6040 is a two component 40A liquid silicone rubber with excellent tear & tensile strength with a fast cure time.
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Specifications
Hardness, Shore A durometer: 40
Tensile strength, psi (MPa): 1200 (8.3)
Elongation, %: 650
Tensile modulus @ 100%, psi (MPa): 230 (1.06)
Tear strength, ppi (KN/M): 230 (40.4)
Compression set %, (22 hrs. @ 177°C [350°F]): 40
Bashore, %: 58
Primary Chemistry:
Liquid Silicone Rubber
- Manufacturer: Momentive
- Product Line: Momentive Silicone Elastomers
- Product: Liquid Silicone Rubber
- Industries: Building & Construction | Elastomers | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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Overview
LIM™ 6040 is a two component liquid silicone rubber used to injection mold parts where clarity is a key requirement. It can be easily pigmented and is processed in a 1:1 mix ratio. LIM 6040 complies with USP Class VI and can be used to make parts for healthcare.
Specifications
Hardness, Shore A durometer: 40
Tensile strength, psi (MPa): 1200 (8.3)
Elongation, %: 650
Tensile modulus @ 100%, psi (MPa): 230 (1.06)
Tear strength, ppi (KN/M): 230 (40.4)
Compression set %, (22 hrs. @ 177°C [350°F]): 40
Bashore, %: 58
Primary Chemistry:
Liquid Silicone Rubber
Features & Benefits
- Excellent tear strength
- High tensile strength
- Fast cure time
- FDA and USP Class VI compliant
- Wide range of molding temperatures
- 1:1 mix ratio
- Excellent release from metal molds
Problems Solved
Regulatory approvals of liquid silicone rubbers for use in healthcare and medical applications
Release difficulties of liquid silicones from metal molds
Applications
Baby bottle nipples
Sports goggles and masks
Health care equipment
Camera parts
Coating metal rolls
Connector inserts
Seals
Flexible mounts
Valves
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