Package & storage

Packaging and storage are essential considerations for silicone rubber to ensure its quality and longevity. Here are some guidelines for packaging and storing silicone rubber:

Packaging: Silicone rubber is typically packaged in sealed containers or bags to protect it from contaminants and moisture. The packaging should be airtight to prevent exposure to air and humidity, which can affect the material's properties.

Moisture protection: Silicone rubber is sensitive to moisture, so it is crucial to keep it dry during storage. Consider using moisture-proof packaging materials such as moisture barrier bags or desiccant packs to absorb any moisture that may be present.

Temperature control: It is recommended to store silicone rubber in a temperature-controlled environment. Ideally, the storage temperature should be between 10°C and 30°C (50°F and 86°F). Avoid extreme temperature fluctuations, as they can affect the material's performance and shelf life.

Light protection: Silicone rubber should be protected from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or UV radiation, as it can cause degradation. Store the material in a dark or opaque container to shield it from light.

Shelf life: Silicone rubber has a limited shelf life, which can vary depending on the specific formulation and manufacturer. It is advisable to check the product datasheet or consult the manufacturer for the recommended shelf life and storage conditions. Using silicone rubber past its expiration date may result in decreased performance or quality issues.

First-in, first-out (FIFO): When storing multiple batches or containers of silicone rubber, it is best practice to follow the FIFO principle. Use the oldest stock first to minimize the risk of material degradation and ensure freshness.

Avoid contact with incompatible materials: Silicone rubber should be stored separately from materials that can react with it or cause contamination. Keep it away from solvents, oils, acids, and other chemicals that may affect its properties.

Handling precautions: When handling silicone rubber, use clean gloves or tools to prevent contamination. Avoid touching the material with bare hands, as oils and dirt can affect its performance.

By following these packaging and storage guidelines, you can help maintain the quality and integrity of silicone rubber, ensuring optimal performance when it is used in various applications.

FAQ

1. What's silicone products you are making?

--liquid silicone rubber, silicone rubber, silicone oil; Platinum agent: -- According to different silicone molds, our silicone has different viscosity, and cause different hardness, density to meet the requests from client.

2. Do you offer free sample to client?

--Yes, we can provide the sample for test.

3. How about the quality control in your factory?

--We have professional QC team. --Each batch of silicone rubber must be tested by our safe quality examination system.

4. How to remove the bubbles during my mould making?

--After mixing liquid silicone with curing agent, please put the material into vacuum machine to take off the bubbles.

5. How to get good silicone mould to use longer time?

--The best way is:

1, Please choose the right liquid silicone according to your products.

2, Don't use any silicone oil in mold making, because it can make the silicone mould become too soft to use.

3, Silicone mould can be used longer after the whole silicone mould fully cured, so it's better to wait 2 hours after mould finished.

6. Why silicone rubber add curing agent after mixing a lot of bubbles?

--This is normal physical phenomena. The liquid will produce a large number of bubbles in the mixing time, so, it must pass through the vacuum exhaust bubble treatment.