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Description for Dow SE 1886 Kit
Extremely soft or firm, thermal/mechanical shock and vibration damping, excellent dielectric properties, flexible cure schedule, reversion resistant, thick section cure, compatible with automated dispensing equipment, and physical and electrical stability over a wide temperature range.Note: This material has been discontinued. Please view the Comparable Materials tab or call us at (262) 293-7970 for additional help.
Application Type Seal 1 Part or 2 Part 2-Part Material Form Gel, Liquid Industry Circuits, Electronics, Optoelectronics Manufacturer Dow Chemistry Silicone, Solvent-free Cure Method Addition cure, Part A/Part B Cure Temperature (°C) 20 to 25, 130 Viscosity (cPs) 1,100 Color Clear High Temperature Resistance (°C) 150 Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -45, -55 Volume Resistivity (O) 3E+15 (ohms/cm) Light Refractive Index (RI) High -
Technical Data for Dow SE 1886 Kit
Overview
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Application Type
- Sealant - Seal
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 2-Part
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Material Form
- Liquid
- Gel
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Industry
- Electronics - Circuits, Optoelectronics
- Industrial - Delicate components
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Chemistry
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Application Method
- Dispenser - Automated dispensing equipment
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Cure Method
- 2-Part Cure - Addition cure, Part A/Part B
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Color
- Clear / Transparent - Clear
Specifications
Cure Specs
Cure Temperature (°C) 20 to 25, 130 Cure Time (min) Viscosity (cPs) 1,100 Work / Pot Time (min) Good Test Method Mix Ratio 1:1 (by volume) Material Resistance
High Temperature Resistance (°C) 150 Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -45, -55 Moisture/Humidity Resistance Moisture/humidity resistance Conductivity
Dissipation Factor <0.00010 Test Method Dielectric Strength (V/mil) Excellent, 17,992,126 Dielectric Constant 2.70 Test Method Volume Resistivity (O) 3E+15 (ohms/cm) Hardness
Shore A Hardness 105 g Flexibility Flexible, Resilient Other Properties
Light Refractive Index (RI) High Specific Gravity 0.980 Test Method Flash Point (°F) 212.0 Business Information
Shelf Life Details Shelf life from date of manufacture for material in the original, unopened container, stored at less than 35°C, unless otherwise noted.;Storage conditions and shelf life (“Use By” date) are indicated on the product label. Shelf Life Type from date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 17 -
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Best Practices for Dow SE 1886 Kit
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Mixing
Some gels are supplied in bladder packs that avoid direct air contact with the liquid gel components, allowing use of air pressure over the pack in a pressure pot for dispensing. Do not apply air pressure directly to the liquid gel surface (without the bladder pack) as the gel can become supersaturated with air and bubbling can occur when the material is dispensed and cured. Use of bladder packs prevents bubbling, maintains cleanliness and avoids gel contamination. In general, gels are supplied as two-part products that are mixed in a 1:1 ratio (Parts A and B)
one-part gels are available that eliminate the need for mixing. Gels can be dispensed manually or by using one of the available types of meter mix equipment. Typically, the two components are of matched viscosities and are readily mixed with static or dynamic mixers, with automated meter-mix normally used for high volume processes. For low-volume applications, manual weighing and simple hand mixing may be appropriate. Inaccurate proportioning or inadequate mixing may cause localized or widespread problems affecting the gel properties or cure characteristics. If possible, the potential for entrapment and incorporation of gas (typically air) should be considered during design of the part and selection of a process to mix and dispense the gel. This is especially important with higher-viscosity and faster-curing gels. Degassing at >28 inches (10-20 mm) Hg vacuum may be necessary to ensure a void-free, protective layer.
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Testing
If a substrate or material is questionable with respect to potentially causing inhibition of cure, a small-scale compatibility test should be run to ascertain suitability in a given application. The presence of liquid or uncured product at the interface between the questionable substrate and the cured gel indicates incompatibility and inhibition of cure. In certain situations, toughened gels may appear fully cured but have reduced or no adhesion. This may result from slight inhibition at the interface.
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Work / Pot Time Test Methods
Work / Pot Time | Test Method | Temperature |
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Good |
Dielectric Constant Test Methods
Dielectric Constant | Test Method |
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2.70 | Dielectric constant, 1 MHz |
Dissipation Factor Test Methods
Dissipation Factor | Test Method |
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<0.00010 | Dissipation factor, 1 MHz |
Specific Gravity Test Methods
Specific Gravity | Test Method |
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0.980 | Cured or uncured A & B. |