Dow’s Dr. Florian Geyer and Denis Boiko discuss recent developments in oil-bleeding liquid silicone rubbers (LSRs), focusing on the new SILASTIC™ 9203-30.

The session covers how these materials are applied in automotive sealing, their processing characteristics, and their role in meeting evolving industry requirements, including efficiency and sustainability considerations.

Key topics and takeaways:

• Material development: Introduction to SILASTIC™ 9203-30, a new oil-bleeding LSR designed for sealing applications, and how it builds on established formulations.
• Processing and performance: Insights into molding behavior, cycle times, and process window improvements compared to conventional alternatives.
• Application areas: Examples of use in connectors, gaskets, and weather seals.
• Industry context: How oil-bleeding LSRs contribute to ongoing shifts in vehicle design and sustainability goals.