Silicone Requalification: Know the Risks and Costs

Buying silicone sheeting and uncured compound might seem like a low-risk activity, even when you’re purchasing spec-grade materials. A silicone that’s “qualified” meets mechanical, chemical and regulatory requirements and can remain in the same bill of materials (BOM) for years. In an age of global sourcing, however, believing that a compound won’t change is risky. […]