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Technical Datasheet · GI-587

GI-587 Animatronic skin silicone

Tin cure (condensation)

Key properties

Shore A hardness (7 day)16Shore A

Feels like a rubber band. Stretchy and very soft.

Mixed viscosity50,000–55,000cps

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

Working time0.8–1.0hours
Cure time16–18hours
Tear resistance110ppi

Handling and safety

Safety data sheet

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General Information

GI-587 is high tear, tensile and elongation silicone designed for the rigors of animatronic characters indoors or outdoors. Library life extending catalyst which allows the artist to repair and repaint the skin with normal wear and tear.

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:TranslucentActivator:Translucent
Viscosity
Base:70,000–75,000cpsActivator:350–400cps
Mixing Ratio
By weight:n.a.By volume:n.a.
Mixed Viscosity
50,000–55,000cps
Working Time
0.8–1.0hours
Cure Time
16–18hours
Shelf Life
6months

Vulcanized (Cured) Properties

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

Shore A Hardness
One day:117 days:16
±4 durometer
Tear Resistance
110 ± 15ppiASTM D624
Tensile Strength
340 ± 25psiASTM D412
Elongation
575 ± 50%ASTM D412
Service Temperature
n.a.
Shrinkage
0.10%
Specific Gravity
1.09
Coverage
n.a.

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