Silicone Elastomers
Synonyms
Elastomers, Silicone
Elastosil
Elastosils
Microfil
Microfils
Rubber Silicone
SE 30
SE-30
SE30
Silicone Elastomer
Silicone Rubber
Polymers of silicone that are formed by crosslinking and treatment with amorphous silica to increase strength. They have properties similar to vulcanized natural rubber, in that they stretch under tension, retract rapidly, and fully recover to their original dimensions upon release. They are used in the encapsulation of surgical membranes and implants.
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