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ElastaPro Silicone Sheeting supports a variety of industries, each with unique requirements. In aerospace and defense, Fluorosilicone and A-A-59588 Silicone are indispensable for components like seals and gaskets that endure exposure to aviation fuels, hydraulic fluids, and extreme temperatures. These materials ensure reliability and safety in critical applications.

For food and beverage applications, FDA Grade Silicone is the material of choice. It meets strict hygiene standards, making it suitable for gaskets, seals, and other components used in food production lines. Its non-toxic nature ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while providing durability and flexibility.

In the automotive sector, Fluorosilicone excels in applications where resistance to oils, fuels, and other harsh chemicals is critical. Engine seals, fuel system components, and other automotive parts benefit from its resilience and long-lasting performance. FDA Grade Silicone also plays an important role in healthcare applications, providing safe and reliable materials for medical devices, pharmaceutical products, and consumer health goods.

Since silicone can endure up to approximately 300 °F, this material is the preferred rubber for applications requiring tolerance to extreme temperatures. Although commercial silicones are generally heat-resistant, there are silicone products that are specifically formulated to resist temperatures of 500-572 °F without sustaining deformation or other damages.

Silicone’s highly stable chemical structure makes it thermal resistant while offering a kaleidoscope of advantageous properties, including high flexibility, water resistance, electrical insulation properties, and compounds to resist mold and fungus growth. In this article, we will go over the different types of silicone rubber and the industries and applications where they are commonly used.

 

Why Trust ElastaPro Silicone Solutions?

ElastaPro Silicone Solutions is synonymous with quality and reliability. Our materials are crafted to perform under the most challenging conditions, offering exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures, harsh chemicals, and wear over time. Each product we provide meets rigorous industry standards, making sure that they deliver consistent results across various applications. From aerospace components that must endure high-stress environments to food-safe materials that meet regulatory requirements, ElastaPro is committed to supplying solutions that exceed expectations. We provide a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every batch.

Why Choose ElastaPro for Silicone Sheets?

ElastaPro Silicone Solutions is recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable materials that meet specific industry standards. Our products offer an exceptional operating temperature range, withstanding conditions from -65ºF to +500ºF. They resist degradation when exposed to harsh chemicals, including fuels, oils, and solvents, ensuring long-term durability.

In addition to meeting critical performance standards, our materials are customizable in terms of thickness, width, durometer, and color. This flexibility allows manufacturers to source products that precisely match their application requirements. Whether your project demands compliance with AMS-R-259888, FDA regulations, or A-A-59588 specifications, ElastaPro’s silicone sheeting delivers.

Silicone Chemistries

Silicone rubber’s flexibility is thanks to groups of organic molecules formed on a base of silicon and oxygen. It is available in various forms, each with distinctive attributes suitable for a range of applications.

Methyl Groups (MQ)

This group is known as dimethyl silicone rubber or methyl silicone rubber. Methyl groups can be substituted with other groups — including ethyl, phenyl, and vinyl — to enhance and modify their mechanical, chemical, and thermodynamic properties for different applications.

Methyl and Vinyl Groups (VMQ)

This group, known as methyl vinyl silicone rubber, is the most commonly used type. It features good compressive strength, which helps with the vulcanization industry. This type also has excellent low-temperature flexibility, high heat, and oxidative stability and is resistant to chemicals, corrosion, ozone, and sunlight.

Methyl and Phenyl Groups (PMQ)

This silicone rubber group, known as methyl-phenyl silicone rubber or phenyl silicone rubber, has an excellent low-temperature performance. The presence of phenyl enhances different properties, including high corrosion resistance, thermal stability, shear resistance, and optical conciseness. This group is used for connectors in the cable industry and sealing for automotive and aerospace applications.

Methyl, Phenyl, and Vinyl Groups (PVMQ)

The methyl groups in this compound are substituted with phenyl groups, which effectively enhances the material’s low operating temperatures. As a result, they are particularly suited to hygienic applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Fluoro, Vinyl, and Methyl Groups (FVMQ)

This group is also known as fluorinated rubber or fluorosilicone rubber. They are highly chemically resistant to fuel, oil, and solvent substances. They are also typically used in sealing applications in the aerospace industry that require resistance to hot fuels, oils, and diester-based lubricants.

Experience the Silicone Advantage with ElastaPro Silicone Solutions

Find your ideal silicone solution with ElastaPro. Whether you need medical grade silicone, fluorosilicone sheeting for extreme environments, or AA-59588 silicone for aerospace and defense, our products deliver unmatched reliability. Contact us today to learn more or request a quote for your specific application.