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

Dow SYLGARD 160 Silicone Elastomer Kit

Dow SYLGARD 160 Silicone Elastomer Kit is a two-part platinum-cure silicone system offering excellent flexibility, thermal stability, and biocompatibility. Ideal for soft robotics, medical devices, and precision molding, it cures at room temperature with low shrinkage and high transparency. The kit includes Part A (base) and Part B (catalyst) in precise 10:1 mix ratio, ensuring reproducible performance and easy processing.
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Features Of Dow SYLGARD 160 Silicone Elastomer Kit

  1. Two-part, platinum-catalyzed silicone elastomer system offering excellent flexibility and low compression set.

  2. Room-temperature curing with adjustable pot life and rapid demold time for efficient prototyping and production.

  3. Exceptional transparency and optical clarity suitable for light-transmissive applications.

  4. Biocompatibility tested per ISO 10993-5 and USP Class VI, supporting medical device and healthcare uses.

  5. Outstanding thermal stability across –60 °C to +200 °C with minimal property drift over time.

Typical Applications Of Dow SYLGARD 160 Silicone Elastomer Kit

  1. Medical device encapsulation and soft-touch overmolding for wearable sensors and diagnostic equipment.

  2. Prototyping of flexible microfluidic devices and lab-on-a-chip components.

  3. Optical bonding and lens encapsulation in LED lighting and display assemblies.

  4. Soft robotics actuator fabrication requiring high elongation and reversible deformation.

  5. Electrical insulation and environmental protection for sensitive electronic components and connectors.

Specifications Of Dow SYLGARD 160 Silicone Elastomer Kit

Chemical TypePlatinum-catalyzed addition-cure silicone elastomer
Product FormTwo-component liquid kit (Part A: base; Part B: catalyst)
AppearanceClear, low-viscosity liquids (Part A: water-white; Part B: pale yellow)
Mix Ratio by Weight10:1 (Part A : Part B)
Cure Temperature RangeRoom temperature (23 °C) or elevated (60–100 °C for accelerated cure)
Shore A Hardness (ASTM D2240)60 ± 5
Tensile Strength (ASTM D412)8.5 MPa typical
Elongation at Break (ASTM D412)170% typical


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