Silicone Rubber Crosslinking organic peroxide
Crosslinking silicone rubber with organic peroxides involves a radical-based mechanism where the peroxide decomposes to form free radicals that react with the silicone polymer chains, forming crosslinks and resulting in a cured, solid rubber. This process is commonly used in the production of various silicone rubber products, with the specific type and amount of peroxide dependent on the desired properties and processing conditions.
To select an organic peroxide for silicone rubber crosslinking, consider factors like the desired crosslinking performance, safe processing temperature, and the type of radicals formed during decomposition. Half-life (neither too short nor too long) and the reactivity of the radicals (alkoxy radicals are preferred) are crucial for efficient and safe crosslinking.
Common Organic Peroxides Used in Silicone Rubber :
Brand Name | Chemical Name | Cas No. | Equivalent |
XJ-DHBP | 2,5-dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy)hexane | 78-63-7 | Trigonox 101/101-45S-PS;Perpxan HX-45 SP;Luperox 101 |
XJ-DCBP50 | Di(2,4–dichlorobenzoyl) peroxide | 133-14-2 | Perkadox PD-50S-PS; PEROXAN BD-Paste 50 SI |
XJ-DTBP | Di-tert-butyl peroxide | 110-05-4 | Trigonox B; Luperox DI; Peroxan DB |
XJ-TMCH | 1,1-Di-(tert-butylperoxy)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane | 6731-36-8 | Trigonox 29-C90/E90 ;Peroxan PK295 ;Luperox 231M50 |
XJ-DCP | Dicumyl peroxide | 80-43-3 | Perkadox BC-40B-PD |
Auxiliary agents in silicone rubber are additives that enhance or modify the properties of the rubber for specific applications. These agents can improve adhesion, facilitate demolding, adjust curing speed, or enhance heat resistance, among other functionalities.
Advanced New Materials supply common types of silicone rubber auxiliay agents :
● Silicone rubber heat resistant agent
● Silicone rubber defrosting agent
● Release agent for rubber and plastics
● Anti-static agent for rubber and plastics
● Silicone rubber separant
● Flame retardant (Methyl Acrylate Phosphate)
● Platinum vulcanizing agent (food grade silicone rubber )