Medical-Grade Silicone | Surgical tools, prosthetics, medical models | Biocompatible (ISO 10993 certified) Aging Resistance (5000h UV exposure) Chemical Resistance (ASTM D543 50+ chemicals) | Safe for skin contact, durable for long-term use, detailed molding capability | Higher cost, limited high-temp tolerance (▲100°C less than industrial grades) |
Food-Grade Silicone | Cookware, bakeware, baby products | Food Safe (FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 compliant) Low-Temperature Resistance (-50°C to 230°C) | Non-toxic, versatile temperature range, easy to clean | Lower tensile strength (▲30% weaker than industrial grades), softer texture |
High-Temperature Silicone | Industrial gaskets, engine components | Heat Resistance (300°C continuous, ▲50°C above industry standard) Flame Retardant (UL 94 V-0 rated) | Withstands extreme heat, fire safety compliance | Stiffer texture, less flexible for detailed molding |
Flexible Molding Silicone | Artistic casts, dental impressions | High Flowability (Viscosity: 500–800 cP, ▲20% better than industry avg) Detail Capture (0.1mm resolution) | Excellent detail reproduction, easy to pour into complex molds | Shorter shelf life (▲6 months less than standard grades), UV degradation risk |
Flame-Retardant Silicone | Electrical insulation, safety gear | Self-Extinguishing (UL 94 HB/VTM2 rated) Low Smoke Emission (IEC 61034-2 compliant) | Fire safety in critical environments, reduced toxic fumes | Higher cost, reduced flexibility (▲40% less stretch than standard grades) |
Industrial-Grade Silicone | Automotive parts, seals, gaskets | High Strength (Tensile: 8 MPa, ▲50% over medical grades) UV Stability (5000h aging, ▲2000h vs food grades) | Durable for heavy-duty use, broad application range | Not food-safe, less detailed molding capability (▲70% lower resolution) |