{"product_id":"ecoflex™-5cartridge","title":"Ecoflex™ 5 400mL Cartridge (1 lbs. \/ 0.45 kg.)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcoflex™ \u003c\/strong\u003erubbers are platinum-catalyzed silicones that are versatile and easy to use. \u003cstrong\u003eEcoflex™\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbers are mixed 1A:1B by weight or volume and cured at room temperature with negligible shrinkage.  Low viscosity ensures easy mixing and de-airing. Dispense using our convenient dispensing cartridges. Cured rubber is very soft, very strong and very “stretchy”, stretching many times its original size without tearing and will rebound to its original form without distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"primary-trim\"\u003eData At-A-Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eMix Ratio By Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1A:1B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eMix Ratio By Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1A:1B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003ePot Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 minute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eCure Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eShore Hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eSpecific Gravity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.07 g\/cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eSpecific Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.8 cu. in.\/lb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003e100% Modulus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eElongation @ Break\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 %\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eDie B Tear Strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 pli\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eUseful Temperature (min)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-65 °F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eUseful Temperature (max)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450 °F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eShrinkage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;.001 in. \/ in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"primary-trim\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"spec-label\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold-label\"\u003eMixed Viscosity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13,000 cps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcoflex™\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbers are water white translucent and can be color pigmented with \u003cstrong\u003eSilc Pig™\u003c\/strong\u003e pigments for creating a variety of color effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcoflex™\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbers are suitable for a variety of applications including making prosthetic appliances, cushioning for orthotics and special effects applications (especially in animatronics where repetitive motion is required).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: Ecoflex™\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e5 \u003c\/strong\u003ehas a pot life of 1 minute and a demold time of 5 minutes – Available only in dispensing cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Use in a properly ventilated area (“room size” ventilation). Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize contamination risk. Wear vinyl gloves only. Latex gloves will inhibit the cure of the rubber. \u003cstrong\u003eStore and use material at room temperature (73°F\/23°C).\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer temperatures will drastically reduce working time and cure time. Storing material at warmer temperatures will also reduce the usable shelf life of unused material. These products have a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure Inhibition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Addition-cure silicone rubber may be inhibited by certain contaminants in or on the pattern to be molded resulting in tackiness at the pattern interface or a total lack of cure throughout the mold. Latex, tin-cure silicone, sulfur clays, certain wood surfaces, newly cast polyester, epoxy or urethane rubber may cause inhibition. If compatibility between the rubber and the surface is a concern, a small-scale test is recommended. Apply a small amount of rubber onto a non-critical area of the pattern. Inhibition has occurred if the rubber is gummy or uncured after the recommended cure time has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prevent inhibition, one or more coatings of a clear acrylic lacquer applied to the model surface is usually effective. Allow any sealer to thoroughly dry before applying rubber. Note: Even with a sealer, platinum silicones will not work with modeling clays containing heavy amounts of sulfur. Do a small scale test for compatibility before using on your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Although not usually necessary, a release agent will make demolding easier when pouring into or over most surfaces. \u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 200\u003c\/strong\u003e is a proven release agent for use with silicone rubber. Mann Ease Release™ products are available from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e To ensure thorough coverage, lightly brush the release agent with a soft brush over all surfaces of the model. Follow with a light mist coating and let the release agent dry for 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there is any question about the effectiveness of a sealer\/release agent combination, a small-scale test should be made on an identical surface for trial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASURING \u0026amp; MIXING -\u003c\/strong\u003e Before you begin, pre-mix Part B thoroughly. After dispensing required amounts of Parts A and B into mixing container (1A:1B by volume or weight), \u003cstrong\u003emix thoroughly for 3 minutes making sure that you scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container several times.\u003c\/strong\u003e After mixing parts A and B, vacuum degassing is recommended to eliminate any entrapped air in liquid rubber. Your vacuum pump must pull a minimum of 29 inches of mercury (or 1 Bar \/ 100 KPa). Leave enough room in container for material expansion. Vacuum material until it rises, breaks and falls. Vacuum for 1 minute after material falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePouring\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - For best results, pour your mixture in a single spot at the lowest point of the containment field. Let the rubber seek its level up and over the model. \u003cstrong\u003eA uniform flow will help minimize entrapped air.\u003c\/strong\u003e The liquid rubber should level off at least 1\/2” (1.3 cm) over the highest point of the model surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuring \/ Post Curing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Allow rubber to cure as prescribed at room temperature (73°F\/23°C) before demolding. Do not cure rubber where temperature is less than 65°F\/18°C. \u003cstrong\u003eOptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e Post curing the mold will aid in quickly attaining maximum physical and performance properties. After curing at room temperature, expose the rubber to 176°F\/80°C for 2 hours and 212°F\/100°C for one hour. Allow mold to cool to room temperature before using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf Using As A Mold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - When first cast, silicone rubber molds exhibit natural release characteristics. Depending on what is being cast into the mold, mold lubricity may be depleted over time and parts will begin to stick. No release agent is necessary when casting wax or gypsum. Applying a release agent such as \u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 200\u003c\/strong\u003e (available from Smooth-On) prior to casting polyurethane, polyester and epoxy resins is recommended to prevent mold degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickening Ecoflex™ Silicones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™\u003c\/strong\u003e is made especially for thickening Smooth-On’s silicones for vertical surface application (making brush-on molds). Different viscosities can be attained by varying the amount of \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™\u003c\/strong\u003e. See the \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™ technical bulletin\u003c\/strong\u003e (available from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor) for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThinning Ecoflex™ Silicones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Smooth-On’s \u003cstrong\u003eSilicone Thinner™\u003c\/strong\u003e will lower the viscosity of \u003cstrong\u003eEcoflex™\u003c\/strong\u003e silicones for easier pouring and vacuum degassing. \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edisadvantage\u003c\/strong\u003e is that ultimate tear and tensile are reduced in proportion to the amount of \u003cstrong\u003eSilicone Thinner™\u003c\/strong\u003e added. \u003cstrong\u003eIt is not recommended to exceed 10% by weight of total system (A+B).\u003c\/strong\u003e See the \u003cstrong\u003eSilicone Thinner™\u003c\/strong\u003e technical bulletin (available from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor) for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMold Performance \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - The physical life of the mold depends on how you use it (materials cast, frequency, etc.). Casting abrasive materials such as concrete can quickly erode mold detail, while casting non-abrasive materials (wax) will not affect mold detail. Before storing, the mold should be cleaned with a soap solution and wiped fully dry. Two part (or more) molds should be assembled. Molds should be stored on a level surface in a cool, dry environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical and Related Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/ECOFLEX_SERIES_TB.pdf\" class=\"primary-trim\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTechnical Bulletin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Data Sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sdselect\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-lang=\"EN\" data-reg=\"US\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/sds\/10000484-10000500.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEcoflex 5 SDS \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50853277958459,"sku":"84432","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/Ecoflex-5-1400x500.jpg?v=1766014321","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/ms\/products\/ecoflex%e2%84%a2-5cartridge","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}