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Formula: PDMS - (C₂H₆OSi)ₙ
Form: Tube
Material: Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)
CAS Number: 63148-53-8
Commodity: Polymers
Hazard Pictogram:
GHS07
Silicone Elastomer Tube is one of Goodfellow's range of flexible polymer products with 42 variations. The silicone elastomer material provides properties such as high flexibility, elasticity, and chemical resistance. These tubes are used in a variety of applications including medical devices, food processing equipment, and scientific research labs. The variety of sizes available make silicone elastomer tubes suitable for precision dispensing, material transfer, and sample collection across many industries.
Health hazard/Hazardous to the ozone layer
Tolerances
Tube
| Outside Diameter | =<2mm | ±10% |
|---|---|---|
| Outside Diameter | =<5mm | ±10% |
| Outside Diameter | >5mm | ±10% |
| Wall Thickness | ±20% |
Material Properties for Polymers
Chemical Resistance
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Acids - concentrated | Good-Poor |
| Acids - dilute | Good-Poor |
| Alcohols | Good-Fair |
| Alkalis | Good-Fair |
| Aromatic hydrocarbons | Poor |
| Greases and Oils | Good-Poor |
| Halogenated Hydrocarbons | Poor |
| Halogens | Poor |
| Ketones | Poor |
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Hardness - Rockwell | 60 degrees Shore A |
| Elongation at break( % ) | 200-800 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 6.5 |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Radiation resistance | Poor |
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 1.1-1.5 |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Lower working temperature( C ) | -20 |
| Upper working temperature( C ) | 200-260 |
| Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ) | 1300-1500 |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 0.22@23°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 250-300 |
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Volume resistivity( Ohmcm ) | 10¹⁸-10²₀ |
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Silicone Elastomer Rod Formula: (C₂H₆OSi)n
Diameter: 5mm
Length: 10000mm
Type: Flexible Cord
Colour: White
CAS Number: 63148-53-8
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