Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

DOW DOWSIL 5562 Carbinol Fluid

DOW DOWSIL 5562 Carbinol Fluid is a high-purity, low-viscosity silicone-based carbinol functional fluid from Dow’s DOWSIL™ portfolio. Designed for silicone elastomer synthesis and specialty coatings, it offers excellent reactivity, thermal stability, and batch-to-batch consistency. Widely used in medical-grade silicones and high-performance sealants due to its controlled hydroxyl content and low volatility.
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Features Of DOW DOWSIL 5562 Carbinol Fluid

  1. High-purity, low-volatility carbinol-functional silicone fluid designed for controlled reactivity in condensation-cure systems.

  2. Excellent thermal and oxidative stability over extended service life at elevated temperatures.

  3. Low viscosity enables easy handling, metering, and homogeneous blending with silanes, resins, and fillers.

  4. Provides superior adhesion promotion to glass, metals, and engineered plastics without primers.

  5. Non-corrosive and compatible with platinum-catalyzed and tin-catalyzed silicone formulations.

Typical Applications Of DOW DOWSIL 5562 Carbinol Fluid

  1. Adhesion promoters in RTV-1 and RTV-2 silicone sealants for automotive and construction markets.

  2. Reactive modifier in silicone-based release coatings for paper and film substrates.

  3. Surface functionalization agent for silica and alumina fillers in high-performance elastomers.

  4. Co-crosslinker in heat-resistant silicone gels and potting compounds for electronics encapsulation.

  5. Hydrophobicity enhancer in water-repellent treatments for masonry and concrete surfaces.

Specifications Of DOW DOWSIL 5562 Carbinol Fluid

Chemical TypeCarbinol-functional polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)
Product FormClear, colorless liquid
AppearanceTransparent, slightly viscous liquid with no sediment or haze
Primary ApplicationsAdhesion promotion, reactive modification, surface functionalization
Key FeaturesLow volatility, hydroxyl end-group functionality, thermal stability
BenefitsImproved interfacial bonding, enhanced formulation stability, reduced primer dependency
Storage ConditionsStore in tightly sealed containers at 15–25°C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Shelf Life24 months from date of manufacture when stored under recommended conditions


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