17 Types of Silicone: Applications, Features, and Tests.
Silicone stands in our world as a force. It is resilient, enduring, and versatile. This material, seen in kitchens and in the vast reaches of space, withstands extremes. Here, we explore 17 types of silicone. Each holds its ground in a different way, serving distinct purposes. We dig in into their features, their applications, and the tests they face. Let us begin.
1. Platinum Extrusion General Silicone.
Applications
For extruded products like LED silicone co-extrusion, sleeves, neon strips, tubes, and shaped strips.
Features
Clear, resists yellowing, cures quickly. Surface smooth, bubble-free, cures at right time. Meets ROHS, REACH, FDA standards.
Testing
Platinum curing agent A: 0.5%, B: 1%, at 135°C, 2min, 15Mpa.
Platinum Extrusion General Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | Zy-5140 | ZY-5150 | ZY-5160 | ZY-5170 | ZY-5180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 190 | 210 | 240 | 270 | 290 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.18 | 1.19 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Elongation (%) | 450 | 350 | 250 | 200 | 150 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 20 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 |
2. High-Transparency Platinum Extrusion General Silicone.
Applications
For high-demand extruded products like LED silicone co-extrusion, sleeves, neon strips, tubes, and shaped strips.
Features
Clear, doesn’t yellow, stays bright. Surface smooth, no bubbles, cures correctly. Passed ROHS, REACH, FDA tests.
Testing
Platinum curing agent A: 0.5%, B: 1%, at 135°C for 2min, 15Mpa.
High-Transparency Platinum Extrusion General Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | Zy-6130 | ZY-6140 | ZY-6150 | ZY-6160 | ZY-6170 | ZY-6180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 150 | 190 | 210 | 240 | 270 | 290 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.13 | 1.18 | 1.19 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Elongation (%) | 550 | 450 | 350 | 250 | 200 | 150 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 16 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 16 | 16 |
3. High-Transparency Platinum Extrusion Gas-Phase Silicone.
Applications
Customized for clear, high-transparency extruded products like LED silicone sleeves, tubes, and strips.
Features
Exceptionally clear, resists yellowing. Surface bright, no gel or bubbles, cures at the right time. Passed ROHS, REACH, FDA, LFBG tests.
Testing
Platinum curing agent A: 0.5%, B: 1%, at 135°C for 2min, 15Mpa.
High-Transparency Platinum Extrusion Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | Zy-8530 | ZY-8540 | ZY-8550 | ZY-8560 | ZY-8570 | ZY-8580 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent |
| Plasticity | 160 | 210 | 240 | 280 | 330 | 350 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
| Elongation (%) | 600 | 600 | 500 | 480 | 300 | 180 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 25 | 30 | 35 | 32 | 30 | 22 |
4. Platinum Extrusion Gas-Phase Silicone
Application
Made for high-demand platinum silicone tubes, shaped strips, and other extruded products
Features
Resists yellowing, stays visually appealing. Surface bright, no gel or bubbles, stores well at room temperature, cures correctly. Passed ROHS, REACH, FDA, LFBG tests.
Testing
Platinum curing agent A: 0.5%, B: 1%, at 135°C for 2min, 15Mpa.
Platinum Extrusion Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | Zy-8130 | ZY-8140 | ZY-8150 | ZY-8160 | ZY-8170 | ZY-8180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 180 | 210 | 260 | 240 | 270 | 330 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
| Elongation (%) | 600 | 550 | 450 | 350 | 250 | 170 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 25 | 30 | 35 | 32 | 30 | 22 |
5. General Compression Molding Silicone
Application
For making common accessories, seals, standard-strength silicone products.
Features
Great resilience, ensures strong processing performance.
Testing
50% bisphenol A, added at 1.5%, tested at 175°C for 5min, 15Mpa.
General Compression Molding Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-2120 | ZY-2130 | ZY-2140 | ZY-2150 | ZY-2160 | ZY-2170 | ZY-2180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 120 | 150 | 180 | 220 | 260 | 300 | 350 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.05 | 1.1 | 1.12 | 1.16 | 1.19 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 4 | 6 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7 | 7 |
| Elongation (%) | 750 | 650 | 550 | 450 | 400 | 280 | 150 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 8 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
6. High-Strength Compression Molding Silicone
Application
For making complex items like kitchenware, gifts, swimwear.
Features
Fast curing, strong, superior processing.
Testing
50% bisphenol A, 1.5% ratio, tested at 175°C for 5min, 15Mpa.
High-Strength Compression Molding Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-2130A | ZY-2140A | ZY-2150A | ZY-2160A | ZY-2170A | ZY-2180A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 115 | 150 | 205 | 240 | 280 | 320 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.1 | 1.12 | 1.16 | 1.19 | 1.2 | 1.22 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Elongation (%) | 750 | 650 | 550 | 450 | 350 | 150 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 16 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 16 |
7. General Purpose Gas-Phase Silicone
Application
For making sheaths, kitchenware, wallets, watch straps, other common products.
Features
Fast curing, strong, excellent processing.
Testing
50% bisphenol A, 1.5% ratio, tested at 175°C for 5min, 15Mpa.
General Purpose Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-7120 | ZY-7130 | ZY-7140 | ZY-7150 | ZY-7160 | ZY-7170 | ZY-7180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 130 | 140 | 180 | 210 | 240 | 280 | 310 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.05 | 1.08 | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.22 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7 | 9 | 9.5 | 11 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 9 |
| Elongation (%) | 800 | 900 | 700 | 650 | 600 | 450 | 350 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 18 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
8. High Rebound General Silicone
Application
For making seals, gaskets, special parts with high rebound needs.
Features
High rebound, excellent processing.
Testing
50% bisphenol A, 1.5% ratio, tested at 175°C for 5min, 15Mpa.
High Rebound General Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-1130 | ZY-1140 | ZY-1150 | ZY-1160 | ZY-1170 | ZY-1180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 115 | 150 | 205 | 240 | 280 | 310 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.1 | 1.12 | 1.16 | 1.19 | 1.2 | 1.22 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7 | 7.5 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Elongation (%) | 500 | 350 | 300 | 150 | 150 | 100 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 16 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 16 |
9. High Tear-Resistant Gas-Phase Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making high-strength products like automotive accessories and special parts.
Features:
Excellent rebound, outstanding processing performance.
Testing:
Contains 50% bisphenol A, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
High Tear-Resistant Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-7530 | ZY-7540 | ZY-7550 | ZY-7560 | ZY-7570 | ZY-7580 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 140 | 180 | 210 | 240 | 280 | 310 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.08 | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.23 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Elongation (%) | 900 | 750 | 750 | 650 | 600 | 550 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 30 | 35 | 45 | 45 | 40 | 36 |
10. High Rebound Gas-Phase Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making high-end sealing elements, dining mats, sports seat cushions, and other high-rebound products.
Features:
High rebound, outstanding processing performance.
Testing:
Contains 50% bisphenol A, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
High Rebound Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-7830 | ZY-7840 | ZY-7850 | ZY-7860 | ZY-7870 | ZY-7880 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 140 | 180 | 200 | 230 | 260 | 300 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.08 | 1.10 | 1.13 | 1.16 | 1.18 | 1.2 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 5.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 8 |
| Elongation (%) | 550 | 500 | 400 | 300 | 280 | 260 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 12 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
11. Special Hardness Silicone (High Hardness Silicone)
Application:
Suitable for making high-hardness products like foot pads, kitchen utensils, sealing elements, and miscellaneous parts.
Features:
High hardness, good strength.
Testing:
Contains 50% bisphenol A, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Special Hardness Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-1190 | ZY-7190 | ZY-6190 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 380 | 340 | 380 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 90 | 90 | 90 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.25 | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Elongation (%) | 80 | 80 | 40 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 20 | 20 | 10 |
12. High-Transparency Gas-Phase Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making pacifiers, highly transparent miscellaneous parts, and transparent medical and sanitary products.
Features:
High transparency, high strength, excellent processing performance.
Testing:
Contains 50% bisphenol A, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
High-Transparency Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-7920 | ZY-7930 | ZY-7940 | ZY-7950 | ZY-7960 | ZY-7970 | ZY-7980 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent | Transparent |
| Plasticity | 130 | 155 | 200 | 220 | 260 | 280 | 320 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.05 | 1.08 | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.23 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 7.2 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Elongation (%) | 800 | 850 | 780 | 650 | 550 | 400 | 300 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 25 |
13. Special Hardness Silicone (Low Hardness Silicone)
Application:
Suitable for making cling film, anti-slip mats, shoe insoles, and similar products.
Features:
High strength, low hardness, good flexibility.
Testing:
Contains 50% silicone, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Special Hardness Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-1105 | ZY-1110 | ZY-7105 | ZY-7110 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 50 | 80 | 50 | 80 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 5 | 10 | 5 | 10 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.05 | 1.08 | 1.06 | 1.08 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Elongation (%) | 750 | 800 | 800 | 850 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 5 | 7 | 6 | 8 |
14. Flame Retardant Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making various flame retardant products.
Features:
High strength, halogen-free flame retardant, excellent flame retardant performance.
Testing:
Contains 50% silicone, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Flame Retardant Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-9350 | ZY-9360 | ZY-9370 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White | White | White |
| Plasticity | 210 | 300 | 340 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 50 | 60 | 70 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
| Elongation (%) | 380 | 200 | 200 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 14 | 13 | 12 |
| Flame Retardant Grade/2MM | 94V-0 | 94V-0 | 94V-0 |
15. Oil-Seeping Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making automotive accessories, connectors, and similar products.
Features:
High strength, excellent oil-seeping properties, oil content exceeds 8%.
Testing:
Contains 50% silicone, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Oil-Seeping Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-9130 | ZY-9140 | ZY-9150 | ZY-9160 | ZY-9170 | ZY-9180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 140 | 170 | 200 | 220 | 240 | 260 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.12 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.21 | 1.23 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Elongation (%) | 850 | 800 | 700 | 500 | 350 | 200 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 20 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
16. Anti-Static Gas-Phase Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making anti-static electronic product protective sleeves and rubber rollers.
Features:
High strength, odorless, excellent anti-static effect.
Testing:
Contains 50% silicone, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Anti-Static Gas-Phase Silicone Technical Data Sheet
| Product | ZY-9230 | ZY-9240 | ZY-9250 | ZY-9260 | ZY-9270 | ZY-9280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 150 | 190 | 250 | 280 | 300 | 320 |
| Hardness (Shore A) | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.17 | 1.2 | 1.21 | 1.23 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 8 | 9.5 | 10 | 9 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Elongation (%) | 900 | 700 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 300 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 17 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
17. Heat-Resistant Silicone
Application:
Suitable for making automotive parts, heat-resistant rubber rollers, and heat-resistant seals.
Features:
Excellent heat resistance and mechanical strength.
Testing:
Contains 50% silicone, added at a ratio of 1.5%, subjected to 175°C for 5min at 15Mpa.
Heat-Resistant Silicone Technical Data Sheet at 300°C
| Product | ZY-9040 | ZY-9050 | ZY-9060 | ZY-9070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | ||
| Plasticity | 150 | 200 | 240 | 240 | ||
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | ||
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.14 | 1.16 | 1.18 | 1.21 | ||
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9 | ||
| Elongation (%) | 700 | 600 | 600 | 400 | ||
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | ||
| 250°C x 72H Heat Aging | ||||||
| Hardness | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | ||
| Tensile Strength | 6.2 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 6.5 | ||
| Elongation | 380 | 300 | 280 | 200 | ||
Heat-Resistant Silicone Technical Data Sheet at 350°C
| Product | ZY-9540 | ZY-9550 | ZY-9560 | ZY-95570 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent | Semi-transparent |
| Plasticity | 150 | 200 | 240 | 240 |
| Hardness (ShoreA) | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.14 | 1.16 | 1.18 | 1.21 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9 |
| Elongation (%) | 700 | 600 | 600 | 400 |
| Tear Strength (KN/m) | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 |
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| Hardness | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 |
| Tensile Strength | 5.2 | 5 | 4.9 | 5.2 |
| Elongation | 350 | 220 | 180 | 160 |