Silicone

Silicone is a synthetic polymer that is widely used in various industries due to its unique combination of properties, such as high temperature stability, electrical insulation, and water repellency. Silicones are often used as seals, gaskets, adhesives, and lubricants in industries such as building and construction, electronics, automotive, and personal care.

Silicones are composed of repeating units of siloxane, which is a molecule containing silicon, oxygen, and carbon. The properties of silicones can be customized by controlling the molecular weight, chemical structure, and crosslinking of the polymer chain.

Typically produced by polymerizing siloxane monomers and refining the resulting polymer, Silicone can be processed into various forms, such as gels, liquids, and solids, and can be further modified by adding fillers, pigments, or other materials to enhance their properties.

Silicones are known for their high thermal stability and resistance to extreme temperatures, making them suitable for use in high-temperature applications. In addition, silicones are also resistant to chemicals and UV light, making them suitable for use in harsh environments.

Despite their many advantages, silicones are not without limitations. For example, silicones can be difficult to bond to certain materials, and they may not have the mechanical strength or toughness of some other materials.

Orbis Machinery offers double arm mixers & extruders, tumble blenders or paddle & ribbon blenders, tumble dryers and ball mills for the silicone industry.