SIL16 Silicone Sponge Cord

Stocked in both black and white, SIL16 sponge cord is a medium density closed-cell silicone that can be produced in a wide range of colours and diameters. 

MVQ sponge cords are often used for sealing electrical enclosures, exterior light fittings and handheld instruments, protecting them from moisture and dust ingress. They are able to meet IP Class 67.

Clear

Description

Extrusions SIL10 SIL16 SIL24 SIL33
Property Units Typical Value Typical Value Typical Value Typical Value Test Method
Density kg.m³ 200 250 400 530 BSENISO 845
lb.ft³ 12.5 15.5 25 33
Hardness Shore OO 35° ±5 45° ±5 65° ±5 80° ±5 ASTM D2240
Shore A <5° 17° 30°
Compression Stress 40% Strain *** kPa 50 90 165 470 BSENISO 3386 Part 1,2
PSI 7.3 13 24 68
Compression Stress 25% strain kPa 28 38 83 214 ASTM D1056
PSI 4 5.5 12 31
Tensile Strength  MPa 0.6 0.6 0.75 2.0 BSENISO 1798
PSI 87 87 108 290
Elongation to failure % 140 145 120 130 BSENISO 1798
Compression Set 50% Compression 24hrs Recovery, 22 hrs 70°C (158°F) % 5.0 3.8 3.0 3.0 BSENISO 1856
Compression Set 50% Compression 24hrs Recovery, 22 hrs 70°C (158°F) % 6.7 4.8 4.3 6.0 BSENISO 1856

Additional information

Color

White, Black

Size (OD)

1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 3.2mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, 9.0mm, 10.0mm, 14.0mm, 12.0mm, 15.0mm, 20.0mm, 25.0mm, 30.0mm

Length

10