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Technical Datasheet · GI-585

High-elongation tin-cure RTV-2 silicone for urethane casting

Tin cure (condensation)

Key properties

Shore A hardness (7 day)22Shore A

Feels like a rubber band. Stretchy and very soft.

Mixed viscosity20,000–25,000cps

Log scale. Lower viscosity pours thinner and captures finer detail; higher viscosity holds on vertical surfaces.

Mix ratio (wt)100:10
Working time1.0–1.5hours
Cure time16–18hours
Tear resistance100ppi

General Information

GI-585 is a high strength, two-component, tin catalyzed RTV silicone rubber with excellent resistance to polyurethane resins. It is designed for casting solid polyurethane, epoxies, polyesters and other plastic parts. GI-585 is useful for applications where a strong, flexible rubber is needed.

The information contained in this data sheet is, to our best knowledge, true and accurate, but all recommendations or suggestions are made without guarantee. Since the conditions of use are beyond our control, Silicones, Inc. disclaims any liability incurred in connection with the use of our products and information contained herein.

Typical Properties

Uncatalyzed Compound

Color
Base:Off whiteActivator:Blue
Viscosity
Base:25,000–35,000cpsActivator:350cps
Mixing Ratio
By weight:100:10By volume:n.a.
Mixed Viscosity
20,000–25,000cps
Working Time
1.0–1.5hours
Cure Time
16–18hours
Shelf Life
6months

Vulcanized (Cured) Properties

Measured at 7 days, 70°F / 50% relative humidity

Shore A Hardness
One day:157 days:22
±4 durometer
Tear Resistance
100 ± 25ppiASTM D624
Tensile Strength
300 ± 50psiASTM D412
Elongation
375 ± 50%ASTM D412
Service Temperature
-60 to 400°F
Shrinkage
0.10%
Specific Gravity
1.21
Coverage
n.a.

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