S80U is a high transparency grade of silicone rubber intended for use in food, dairy, brewing, potable water, pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. Platinum-cured silicone is odourless, tasteless and non toxic. Seals made from S80U are resistant to repeated sterilising, autoclaving and cleaning agents commonly used in these industries.

Unlike traditional peroxide-cure methods, platinum curing results in a smooth contact surface finish and a high degree of purity. No residue substances such as benzoic acid, peroxides, ketones are produced during manufacturing, which can be transferred from the seal to critical hygienic products.

Key Attributes

• FDA compliant - extraction tested to CFR 21 § 177.2600(e,f)

• USP Class VI <88> and USP <87> compliant

• 3A Sanitary Standard 18-03 Class 1 compliant.

• Formulated to BS2494 Type ‘W' and (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme WRAS - formerly Water Research Council WRC) in accordance with BS6920. Approval No. 0005509.

• BGV XV compliant.

• Good mechanical and physical properties

• Chemically stable over a temperature range of -60°C to +200°C.

• Withstands sterilizing and autoclaving procedures

• Free from Animal Derived Ingredients (ADI)

Typical Applications

• Food processing and packaging equipment

• Pharmaceutical and biomedical apparatus

• Hygienic seals in dairy equipment

• Potable and high-purity water applications