SYLGARD™ 170

Fast Cure Silicone Elastomer | DOW

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Sylgard™ 170

Product Description:

SYLGARD™ 170 Fast Cure Silicone Elastomer is a two-part general purpose encapsulant with low viscosity, good flow ability and flame resistance that cures fast at room temperature. Supplied as a two-part liquid component kit, the Dow silicone encapsulants have a mix ratio of 1 to 1 that cures to a flexible elastomer. This thermally conductive material can be used in LED lighting, industrial controls, high voltage resistor packs and more. It is also sufficient in protecting the assembly of electrical/PCB systems. Application methods for this material include automated metered mixings and dispensing, which requires the right equipment to ensure proper ratios and process efficiency. 

Video: Battery Encapsulation using DOW SYLGARD™ 170

Product Characteristics: 

Colour: Black

Viscosity (mixed): 2,361

Operating Temperature Range: 25°C to 60°C (77°F to 140°F)

Working Time at 25ºC (Pot Life): 3.9 minutes

Cure Time at 25ºC: 12 minutes

Dielectric Protection (Dielectric Strength): 14 kV/mm

Tensile Strength: 3.7 MPa

Elongation: 125%

Thermal Conductivity: 0.4 W/mK

UL Recognition: 94 V-0
 

Typical Uncured Properties:

   
Property Part APart B  
ColourBlackBeige  
Specific Gravity (Uncured)1.381.38  
Viscosity at 25ºC3,436 cps1,287 cps  
Mix Ratio by Volume11  

 

 

  

NOTE: The SYLGARD™ 170 can cure at room temperature or heat-accelerated. The curing speed varies with temperature and humidity.
 

Recommended Uses:

  • PCB System Architectures
  • Potting of High-Voltage Transformers, Connectors and Sensors
  • Assembly of Substrates to Heat Sinks

For complete product information, please refer to dow.com.

 

Graco Meter, Mix and Dispense System Solutions:

Graco offers multiple solutions to effectively meter, mix, and dispense the two-part SYLGARD™ 170 Fast Cure Silicone Elastomer.
 

Check-Mate Supply System:

  • Pressure ratio range: from 5:1 to 85:1
  • Minimises left-over materials and reduces waste
  • Optimal for transferring sealants or adhesives to one or more operator dispensing stations 
  • Can feed high volume applicators, multiple meters or proportioners 
  • Tracks material usage and flow
  • High flow and pressures increase production 

EFR:

  • Fit for two-component materials like the SYLGARD™ 170
  • Highly accurate, even with low flow rates
  • Superior control over material and dispensing of gasket, beads and potting applications
  • Capable of handling a wide range of materials
  • Easy to configure, operate and maintain

MD2:

  • Ideal for two-component applications
  • Accurately dispenses and mixes two-component sealants and adhesives
  • Applications include bonding, sealing, encapsulation, underfill, and thermal management.
  • Maximum viscosity of 1,000,000 cps

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