Description
Silicone Oil 350 is a high-performance polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), also known as dimethicone, designed for applications requiring thermal stability, low volatility, excellent lubricity, and reliable performance across a wide temperature range.
Supplied by Genome Specialities FZC, Silicone Oil 350 is a clear, colorless, odorless silicone fluid suitable for use in industrial, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, electrical, and manufacturing applications. Its distinctive physical and chemical properties make it a versatile solution for processes requiring a stable and functional silicone-based fluid.
Key Features and Benefits
High Thermal Stability:
Suitable for applications operating across a broad temperature range.
Low Volatility:
Helps minimize fluid loss during use.
Excellent Temperature Resistance:
Designed for performance under both low- and high-temperature conditions.
Low-Temperature Fluidity:
Suitable for applications requiring fluid performance at low temperatures.
Low Surface Tension:
Supports effective spreading and surface wetting.
Lubricating Properties:
Provides lubrication for suitable industrial applications.
Electrical Insulation:
Can be used as a dielectric fluid in compatible electrical and electronic equipment.
Versatile Compatibility:
Suitable for various industrial processes and formulated products, subject to compatibility testing.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
| Product Name | Silicone Oil 350 |
| Chemical Name | Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) |
| INCI Name | Dimethicone |
| Chemical Nature | Silicone fluid |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odour | Odourless |
| Density at 25°C | 0.970 ± 0.020 g/cm³ |
| Surface Tension at 25°C | 20–21 dynes/cm |
| Viscosity at 25°C | 350 ± 25 mPa·s |
| Solubility | Soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons, ethers, and ketones |
| Operating Temperature Range | −50°C to +220°C, subject to application conditions |
Applications of Silicon oil 350
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Used as a functional ingredient in suitable cosmetic and personal care formulations, including creams, lotions, and body-care products, where silicone-based emolliency and spreading properties are desired.
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Suitable for consideration in compatible pharmaceutical formulations, subject to the required grade, purity, regulatory status, and formulation requirements.
Industrial Lubrication
Used as a silicone-based lubricant in suitable industrial applications requiring consistent fluid performance and temperature resistance.
Release Agent
Can be used as a release agent for rubber and plastic products to support separation from moulds and processing surfaces.
Heat Transfer and Temperature Baths
Suitable for consideration in temperature-control baths and heat-transfer applications where the operating conditions are compatible with the fluid’s specifications.
Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Can serve as a dielectric fluid in compatible electrical and electronic applications, subject to equipment design and electrical performance requirements.
Hydraulic Applications
Suitable for evaluation in specialized hydraulic systems where silicone fluids are compatible with the equipment, seals, and operating requirements.
Paints and Coatings
Used as an auxiliary additive in selected paint and coating formulations to support desired surface and processing characteristics.
Thermal Stability and Performance
Silicone Oil 350 offers useful thermal stability and can be considered for applications operating between approximately −50°C and +220°C, depending on the application, exposure duration, and system design. Its low volatility and temperature-resistant characteristics make it suitable for a range of industrial and specialty-fluid applications.
Actual performance depends on operating conditions and should be validated through application-specific testing.
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