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Medical Class VI
High Consistency Rubbers
SIL2-5020 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 8 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.11 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 21 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,620 psi (11.2 MPa) |
| Elongation | 1,185% |
| Tear Strength | 195 ppi (34.3 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 65 psi (0.5 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5030 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 5 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.11 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 31 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,690 psi (11.7 MPa) |
| Elongation | 1,140% |
| Tear Strength | 215 ppi (37.8 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 120 psi (0.8 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5040 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 4 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.15 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 39 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,510 psi (10.4 MPa) |
| Elongation | 1,115% |
| Tear Strength | 220 ppi (38.7 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 140 psi (1.0 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5050 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 4 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.16 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 50 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,350 psi (9.3 MPa) |
| Elongation | 940% |
| Tear Strength | 245 ppi (43.1 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 380 psi (2.6 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5060 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 11 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.19 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 60 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,295 psi (8.9 MPa) |
| Elongation | 920% |
| Tear Strength | 255 ppi (44.9 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 380 psi (2.6 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5070 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | 2 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Post Cured: 2 hours at 150°C (302°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.2 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 68 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,330 psi (9.2 MPa) |
| Elongation | 855% |
| Tear Strength | 260 ppi (45.8 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 360 psi (2.5 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
SIL2-5080 » Class VI Supported High Consistency Silicone Elastomer
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Work Time | >24 hours |
| Cured: 15 minutes at 165°C (329°F) Post Cured: 2 hours at 150°C (302°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.2 |
| Durometer (Type A) | 80 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,140 psi (7.9 MPa) |
| Elongation | 615% |
| Tear Strength | 210 ppi (37.0 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 460 psi (3.2 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
Liquid Silicone Rubbers
SIL-5920 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 220 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 220 g/min |
| Work Time | >24 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.08 |
| Durometer, Type A | 19 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,080 psi (7.5 MPa) |
| Elongation | 890% |
| Tear Strength | 90 ppi (15.9 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 90 psi (0.6 MPa) |
Regulatory Support
- NuSil Technology’s Class VI (C6) products meet the requirements defined in ISO-10993 for Surface Devices with “limited” (<24 hours) or “prolonged” (1 to 30 days) contact duration
NuSil Technology’s SIL-5920 shall not be considered for use in human implantation for a period of greater than 29 days
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
SIL-5930 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 145 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 145 g/min |
| Work Time | >24 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.11 |
| Durometer, Type A | 30 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,340 psi (9.2 MPa) |
| Elongation | 830% |
| Tear Strength | 150 ppi (26.4 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% Strain | 160 psi (1.1 MPa) |
The above properties are tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Do not use as a basis for preparing specifications. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
†(Performed using a SEMCO® model 250-A pneumatic gun with a ⅛ nozzle orifice and 90± 5 psi air pressure)
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
SIL-5940 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 110 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 115 g/min |
| Work Time | >24 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.12 |
| Durometer, Type A | 40 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,350 psi (9.3 Mpa) |
| Elongation | 680% |
| Tear Strength | 160 ppi (28.2 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% strain | 300 psi (2.6 Mpa) |
| Tissue Culture (cytotoxicity Testing) | Pass |
These properties tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
†(Performed using a SEMCO® model 250-A pneumatic gun with a ⅛ nozzle orifice and 90± 5 psi air pressure)
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
SIL-5950 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 80 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 65 g/min |
| Work Time | >72 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.14 |
| Durometer, Type A | 50 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,450 psi (10.0 Mpa) |
| Elongation | 550% |
| Tear Strength | 190 ppi (33.5 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% strain | 400 psi (2.76 Mpa) |
| Tissue Culture (cytotoxicity Testing) | Pass |
These properties tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
†(Performed using a SEMCO® model 250-A pneumatic gun with a ⅛ nozzle orifice and 90± 5 psi air pressure)
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
SIL-5960 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 80 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 65 g/min |
| Work Time | >72 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.14 |
| Durometer, Type A | 60 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,300 psi (9.0 Mpa) |
| Elongation | 425% |
| Tear Strength | 200 ppi (35.2 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% strain | 700 psi (4.8 Mpa) |
| Tissue Culture (cytotoxicity Testing) | Pass |
These properties tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
†(Performed using a SEMCO® model 250-A pneumatic gun with a ⅛ nozzle orifice and 90± 5 psi air pressure)
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
SIL-5970 » Class VI Supported Liquid Silicone Rubber
| Typical Properties | Average Result |
| Uncured: | |
| Appearance | Translucent |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part A | 100 g/min |
| Extrusion Rate†, Part B | 100 g/min |
| Work Time | >72 hours |
| Cured: 5 minutes at 165°C (329°F) | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.14 |
| Durometer, Type A | 68 |
| Tensile Strength | 1,250 psi (8.6 Mpa) |
| Elongation | 400% |
| Tear Strength | 225 ppi (39.6 kN/m) |
| Stress at 200% strain | 900 psi (6.2 Mpa) |
| Tissue Culture (cytotoxicity Testing) | Pass |
These properties tested on a lot-to-lot basis. Please contact NuSil Technology for assistance and recommendations in establishing particular specifications.
†(Performed using a SEMCO® model 250-A pneumatic gun with a ⅛ nozzle orifice and 90± 5 psi air pressure)
Recommended Primer MED1-161
Note: Some over-molding applications may require the use of a primer.
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