Silicone elastomers/rubber – types and
uses
Types of silicone elastomers/rubber
Silicone elastomers are supplied as unreacted mixtures that can be cured
(vulcanized) at room temperature or by the addition of heat.
Learn about the structure
and properties of silicone elastomers.
Click the photos to learn more about applications for silicone
elastomers.
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Did you know ... many silicone elastomers can be
recycled!
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Uses for silicone elastomers
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Automotive gaskets, diaphragms and valves, boots, O-rings, hoses, cables,
and connectors
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Insulation for wire and cable
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High-voltage insulators, insulator coatings, and cable accessories for
electrical power transmission
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Keypads and photocopier rollers
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Food preparation and delivery; pharmaceutical and biomedical processing;
healthcare device fabrication
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Sealants and adhesives for industrial maintenance and repair
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Sealing, bonding, and coating applications, especially in the automotive,
construction, electrical, electronics, and textiles industries
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Air, fluid, and material delivery devices, including tubing and
conveyors
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Protective equipment and masks
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Sporting goods and toys
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Three-dimensional extruded profiles
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Moldmaking
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Did you know ... oven mitts and kitchen utensils fabricated
with silicone elastomers minimize the possibility of bacteria contamination. Read the
article.
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Visit the silicone showcase
to see the benefits silicone elastomers bring to a wide range of
industries.
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