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Expanded extrusion

Silicone sponge cords

Circular section cords in cellular VMQ silicone, with a closed-cell structure that delivers low density, high compressibility and elastic recovery for soft sealing and insulation. Formulations compliant with FDA, CE 1935/2004, UL94, EN 45545-2, USP Class VI and ISO 10993.

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Density0.5–0.8 g/cm³
ToleranceISO 3302-1 · E3
Temperature–60 °C to +200 °C
CertificationsFDA · EN 45545-2

Ranges depending on density and formulation. Check the specification for each application.

The product

Circular section in cellular silicone: light weight, compressibility and elastic recovery.

Silicone sponge cords are produced by extrusion of expanded VMQ silicone compounds. The closed-cell structure combines light weight, thermal insulation and elasticity, with densities between 0.25 and 0.6 g/cm³. Food, medical, flame-retardant, antistatic or high-temperature formulations.

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Technical specifications

Typical values according to series datasheets and the standards indicated. They may vary depending on density, hardness and formulation; final validation rests with the customer.

PropertyTypical valuesStandard
Compression set≤ 35 %ISO 815-1
Elongation at break200 – 400 %ISO 37
Density0.16 – 0.53 g/cm³ISO 845
Service temperature–60 … +200 °C—
TolerancesExtrusion E2–E3ISO 3302-1
Sector approvals (on request)EN 45545-2 · FDA · CE 1935/2004 · BfR · RoHS · REACH—
Construction

The cord composition is chosen according to the sealing or damping function

Composition

  • 01Solid
  • 02Sponge
  • 03Co-extruded
  • 04With insert
Materials

Certified cellular silicone formulations

Series 15 – Platinum-cure cellular silicone (foam) for extrusion

Series 15 is a cellular (foam) silicone formulation catalysed with platinum, designed specifically for the extrusion process.

HardnessN/A (Cellular material)
Temperature range-60 °C / 200 °C
Density (g/cm³)0.50 – 0.80
Tensile strength (MPa)3.0 – 3.0
Elongation at break (%)600 – 600
Tear strength (kN/m)15.0 – 15.0
Catalysis typePlatinum
Processing methodExtrusion
Base colourVarious RAL colours
Available coloursVarious RAL colours available on request

Applications

  • Sealing profiles, gaskets, cellular tubing.

Certifications and technical standards

  • FDA 21 CFR §177.2600
  • BfR IX and XV
  • CE 1935/2004 (depending on formulation)
  • RoHS compliant
  • REACH compliant
  • NF ISO 37
  • NF ISO 34-1
  • NF ISO 2781
  • ISO 3302 (E1/L2)

Series 33 – Platinum-cure cellular silicone (foam) fire-retardant (EN 45545-2)

Series 33 is a cellular (foam) silicone blend catalysed with platinum, designed for processing by extrusion.

HardnessN/A (Cellular)
Temperature range-60 °C / 200 °C
Density (g/cm³)0.50 – 0.80
Catalysis typePlatinum
Processing methodExtrusion
Base colourWhite / Grey / Black / Oxide red (to order)
Available coloursVarious RAL colours available on request

Applications

  • Sealing gaskets, tubing, profiles in cord, square, rectangular or trapezoidal cross-sections with fire resistance and good sealing performance.

Certifications and technical standards

  • EN 45545-2:2020 R22/R23 HL1–HL2
  • RoHS compliant
  • REACH compliant
  • ISO 3302 – extruded products E3
  • cut lengths L3
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ISO 8 cleanroom · France

Food and medical cellular silicone formulations are extruded in a cleanroom

Cellular silicone cords with platinum-cured formulation certified FDA, CE 1935/2004 or USP Class VI are extruded in the ISO 8 cleanroom of Progress Silicones in France (550 m² validated to ISO 14644-1), with control of particles, temperature and humidity. Platinum curing requires no post-curing, preserving the purity required for sealing in the medical, pharmaceutical and food sectors.

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Processes that go with cord extrusion

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Let us know the diameter, the approximate density and the service conditions (temperature, compression force, certifications). We will confirm the suitable formulation and the delivery format —coil, cut section or ring-vulcanised— and prepare a quotation with no obligation.

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