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

Dow DOWSIL EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Elastomer

Dow DOWSIL EL-8040 ID is a high-purity silicone organic elastomer designed for medical device encapsulation and soft-touch coatings. It offers excellent biocompatibility ASTM F756 compliance low extractables and smooth processing via liquid injection molding. This platinum-cured material delivers consistent mechanical properties thermal stability and skin-safe surface characteristics ideal for implantable and wearable healthcare applications.
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Features Of Dow DOWSIL EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Elastomer

  1. Highly flexible silicone-organic hybrid elastomer offering exceptional elongation and recovery.

  2. Excellent thermal stability across a wide operating temperature range (–60 °C to 200 °C).

  3. Good compatibility with common thermoplastics and engineering resins for co-molding applications.

  4. Low compression set, maintaining sealing integrity under prolonged mechanical stress.

  5. Non-toxic formulation compliant with ISO 10993-5 for biocompatibility screening.

Typical Applications Of Dow DOWSIL EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Elastomer

  1. Soft-touch overmolded grips for medical handheld devices and diagnostic equipment.

  2. Sealing components in automotive fluid systems requiring resistance to oils and coolants.

  3. Dynamic gasket materials for industrial housings exposed to vibration and thermal cycling.

  4. Flexible interface layers in wearable electronics enclosures.

  5. Hybrid elastomeric parts for consumer appliances needing tactile performance and durability.

Specifications Of Dow DOWSIL EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Elastomer

Chemical TypeSilicone-organic hybrid elastomer
Product FormPellets
AppearanceOff-white to light tan, free-flowing pellets
Primary ApplicationsOvermolding, soft-touch components, dynamic seals
Key FeaturesThermoplastic processability, high elasticity, low compression set
BenefitsReduced assembly steps, improved part integration, enhanced user ergonomics
Processing MethodInjection molding, two-shot molding
Regulatory StatusMeets USP Class VI requirements; RoHS compliant


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