Transparent Liquid Silicone is an addition cure (platinum-catalyzed) silicone rubber compound. It consists of two parts: Part A, a thicker viscous base, and Part B, a colorless platinum curing agent with a water-like consistency. When mixed in a weight ratio of 10A:1B, the compound can cure at room temperature or faster at slightly higher temperatures.

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Once cured, transparent liquid silicone forms a flexible and elastic material that boasts high transparency, high tear strength, and extremely low shrinkage. Because of these properties, transparent liquid silicone is an excellent choice for making molds that require intricate details and precise tolerances.

Curing Principle: The curing of transparent liquid silicone is greatly affected by temperature. This is because the viscosity of transparent silicone is relatively high, making it difficult for molecules to bond together. Temperature is necessary to activate the reaction between the silicone and the curing agent. As the temperature increases, the platinum catalyst becomes more active, resulting in a faster cure.

Features

Technical Parameter

Product NameHardnessMixing RatioViscosity (A)Pot LifeCure TimeTear Strength
RTV-521010 A10A:1B40,000 cps45 mins6 hrs≥8.0 N/mm
RTV-522020 A10A:1B50,000 cps45 mins7 hrs≥10.0 N/mm
RTV-523030 A10A:1B75,000 cps45 mins9 hrs≥13.0 N/mm
RTV-524040 A10A:1B80,000 cps45 mins10 hrs≥14.0 N/mm
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Application Examples

Transparent Liquid Silicone is particularly suitable for creating molds where model visibility is crucial, such as in jewelry making and prototyping. Its transparent nature makes it easy to extract the model from the mold through cutting or other methods. Because of its fine precision and excellent transparency, transparent liquid silicone is typically used to create complex and high-grade jewelry and other luxury items.

Transparent liquid silicone is commonly used for casting epoxy, creating artificial jewelry, crafting crystal jewelry, and producing high-quality crafts. Its unique properties make it an excellent choice for these applications, allowing for intricate details to be captured while maintaining transparency.

Transparent liquid silicone is a highly durable material that creates strong, tough, and tear-resistant molds. It is perfect for creating complex molds that require precise detail, difficult undercuts, spirals, and cores.

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Attention

It is recommended to perform a small test application to assess the suitability of the transparent liquid silicone for your specific project.

It is important to use the part A base and part B catalyst that are provided together in the same kit. Mixing different brands of hardener with silicone may result in the mixture not curing properly.

Transparent liquid silicone has a relatively high viscosity compared to other silicone types. To achieve a transparent silicone mold without any trapped air bubbles, it is recommended to degas the mixture.

It is important to avoid contact with water, impurities, smoke, organotin catalysts, acids, bases, and other substances containing sulfur, phosphorus, nitrogen, or organic compounds. These substances can inhibit the curing process of the silicone mixture.

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It is not recommended to cure the transparent liquid silicone at temperatures below 20°C (68°F), as it may lead to a reduction in the final cure hardness and physical properties of the material. Below 15°C (60°F) the transparent liquid silicone will be difficult to cure.

Curing silicone at room temperature helps minimize shrinkage. If a faster cure is desired, gentle heat can be used. It is recommended to cure the rubber for 2-3 hours at 40-60°C (104-140°F).

To achieve the best possible transparency in the mold, it is advisable to maintain the maximum thickness of the mold walls at 20mm or less.

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Safety

Transparent liquid silicone rubber is considered a safe and non-toxic material. Therefore, there are no special treatment precautions required when using it. However, if you choose to wear gloves during the handling and application process, it is recommended to use vinyl gloves. Latex gloves should be avoided as they can interfere with the curing process of the silicone rubber.

It is important to note that our transparent silicone product has not been tested or represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses. While the material is safe and non-toxic, it is not recommended for use in these applications due to potential compatibility issues or other factors that could impact performance or safety.

Caution: Avoid splashing product into eyes. In the event of contact, rinse eyes thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical attention immediately.

Adult supervision is required when using this product, and it should be kept out of the reach of children.

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Storage

This product has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of production. Please store the material at room temperature (15-25°C/60-77°F). Storing the material at warmer temperatures may reduce its usable shelf life.

The use-by date is provided as a guideline for quality assurance purposes. It indicates the recommended period for optimal performance, but does not necessarily mean that the product is no longer usable beyond that date. Simply check to ensure that the desired properties of the material have not changed.

After use, it is important to immediately seal any remaining silicone material and store it in a cool place.

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