RTV - 846

Lightweight Silicone

 

Description:
RTV-846 is condensation cure flexible syntactic foam RTV silicone rubber. RTV-846 exhibits excellent flow properties and low density. Applications include potting electronics requiring low dielectric constant and low capacitance. RTV 846 has found use in the aircraft and aerospace industries.

 

Properties:

 

Part-A

Part-B

Color

 

White

Clear

Viscosity, CPS

 

25,000

100

Specific Gravity

 

.70

.98

Mix Ratio (by weight)

100:10

Mixed Viscosity, CPS

10,000

Pot Life @ 72° F, min.

120

Shelf Life @ 72° F, months

12

Hardness, Durometer Shore A

45

Tensile Strength, PSI

350

Tensile Elongation,  %

100

Tear Strength, ppi

20

Service Temperature Range, °C

-54 to 204

Coefficient of Expansion, (cm/cm-°C)

2.2x10-4 

Dielectric Strength, Volts/Mil

500

Dielectric Constant 100 HZ

2.5

Dissipation Factor 60 HZ

0.002

Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm

1 x 1015

Shrinkage, after 3 days, %

.06

Thermal Conductivity, BTU in/ft 2 hr ° F

1

 

Use Instructions:

Pre-mix RTV-846 Base thoroughly. Weigh out the required amount and add the required amount of Catalyst. Mix thoroughly scraping both the bottom and sides of the mixing container. Apply material.

Cure Schedule:

24 hours @ room temperature

Pot Life and cure is dependent on temperature & humidity.

Ideal conditions:                68-78°F (20-26°C)

40-60% relative humidity

 

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RTV-730: 30 durometer, high strength
RTV-740: 40 durometer, high strength
RTV-760: High durometer, high strength
RTV-768: Soft gel
RTV-793: Flame retardant, UL®94V-O rated