ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US Liquid Silicone Rubber Characteristics Physical Characteristics ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US Liquid Silicone Rubber is a 60 durometer, commercial grade liquid silicone rubber designed for liquid injection molding. • Excellent tensile strength Special characteristics • Good tear strength • ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US was tested according to the recommendations of the US Pharmacopoeia and meets the requirements of Class Vl. • Excellent clarity • Good elongation Processing Characteristics • ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US contains those ingredients which are suitable for food contact. • Excellent molding qualities • Excellent pot life after mixing parts A & B Under Title 21 “Food and Drugs” Part 177.2600, “Rubber articles intended for repeated use.” because this regulation contains limitations, compliance to the regulation is the responsibility of the user • Consistent quality Product Data Property* Test Procedure Value Appearance WSTM 2298 Translucent Specific Gravity, 25°C WSTM 1261 1.13 Extrusion Rate Catalyzed, 25°C g/min ** WSTM 2299 60 Pot Life, hrs, 25°C *** WSTM 2299 48 Hardness, Shore A WSTM 1110 Tensile Strength WSTM 1160 Press Cured Post Cured 5 min/166°C 4 hr/204°C 59 60 MPa 10.0 10.1 psi 1450 1470 450 400 kN/m 35 33 ppi 200 189 Elongation, % WSTM 1160 Tear Strength, die B WSTM 1160 Compression Set, Method B (22hr/177°C WSTM 1114 60 15 Shrink, % WSTM 2316 2.9 3.5 Brittle Point, °C ASTM D746 NA * Properties obtained after mixing Part A and Part B in a ratio of 1:1. ** Extrusion rate obtained at 90 psi and 0.125 inch orifice -73 ** Pot life determined by time required for extrusion rate to be reduced to 50% of initial value. Version 4.00 / 01-02-06 / pm ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US Page 1 / 2 Properties Order Information Typical Property values are not intended for use in the preparation of specifications. Please contact Wacker Silicones Division for assistance and recommendations before writing specifications on this product. ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US Liquid Silicone Rubber is available in 36 kg. (80 lb.) pail kits and 364 kg (800 lb.) drum kits. Orders may be placed directly to: Fabricating ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US can be processed using standard liquid rubber injection molding techniques. Vulcanization ® ELASTOSIL LR 3003/60 US is vulcanized by mixing part A with part B in a ratio of 1:1 with the application of heat. Cure initiation is exhibited at 115°C. Storage ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US has a shelf life of at least 6 months when stored below 32°C in the tightly closed original container. Wacker Silicones Division 3301 Sutton Road Adrian, Michigan 49221-9397 Phone: 1 800 248-0061 in Michigan: (517) 264-8336 Wacker Silicones Division is a domestic manufacturer of basic silicone materials for industry. Products include silicone fluids and emulsions, antifoam and release agents, room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealants and adhesives, heat curable rubber (HCR), liquid silicone rubber (LSR), masonry water repellents, paint raw materials, paper release coatings, and textile finishes. Storage beyond the recommended shelf-life does not necessarily mean that the product is no longer usable. However, the properties required for the intended use must be checked for quality assurance reasons. Once opened, containers should always be resealed to prevent catalyst poisoning by amines, sulfur compounds, and other substances. Because we cannot foresee the varied conditions under which this information and our materials may be used, we do not guarantee the applicability or accuracy of this information or the suitability of our materials in any specific situation. Samples are provided and users should make their own tests to determine the suitability of our materials for their specific purposes. These materials are provided without warranty, either expressed or implied, of fitness for a specific purpose and nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation for uses, which infringe valid patents, or as extending a license under valid patents. Version 3.00 / 07-01-04 / ps ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/60 US The management system has been certified according to ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001 And ANSI/ISO 14001 and ELASTOSIL® are registered trademarks of Wacker-Chemie GmbH. Version 4.00 from 01-02-06 replaces Version 3.00 from 07-01-04 For technical, quality, or product safety questions, please contact: WACKER SILICONES Wacker Chemical Corporation 3301 Sutton Road Adrian, MI 49221 TEL: + 1 517 264 8500 FAX: + 1 517 264 8246 e-mail:[email protected] www.wacker.com [email protected] Page 2 / 2