Silicone products, known for their superior physical and chemical properties, are widely used across various industries. However, silicone products are also subject to aging, which can affect their performance and shorten their service life. To effectively prevent premature aging of silicone products, the following are a series of scientific and practical measures:
Physical and Chemical Protection
Aging is a complex process involving various factors. We can slow down this process through physical and chemical protection. Physical protection includes reducing the interaction between silicone and aging factors, such as using rubber-plastic blending, surface coating treatment, adding light shielding agents, and paraffin. Chemical protection involves adding chemicals, such as chemical antioxidants like propylene amine or ester compounds, to prevent or slow down the aging reactions of silicone.
Use of Antioxidants
Adding antioxidants during the industrial production of rubber products is an effective way to enhance their resistance to aging. This includes adding UV absorbers, anti-mold agents, halogen-free flame retardants, and antioxidants to the composition of vulcanized rubber to prevent aging caused by active oxygen or oxygen.
Environmental Control
The storage environment of silicone products has a direct impact on their service life. Silicone products should be stored in a dry, ventilated environment, avoiding humidity and high temperatures. The ideal storage temperature should be controlled between 15°C and 25°C to prevent high temperatures from accelerating the aging of silicone.
Light Protection
Ultraviolet light has a degrading effect on silicone, so it is important to avoid direct sunlight when storing silicone products. It is recommended to store silicone products in light-proof warehouses or cover them with light-blocking materials to reduce the impact of ultraviolet light.
Dust Control
Dust not only affects the appearance of silicone products but also their performance. Therefore, the storage environment should be kept clean, and sealed bags or containers should be used to store silicone products to reduce dust intrusion.
Prevention of Deformation
Long-term stacking or applying excessive pressure can cause deformation of silicone products. It is recommended to store silicone products flat or hang them to avoid stacking, reducing the risk of deformation.
Prevention of Chemical Reactions
Silicone products should be kept away from corrosive substances and chemicals to prevent adverse chemical reactions. Ensure that the storage environment is free of harmful gases and liquid to protect silicone products from chemical damage.
Regular Inspection
Regularly inspect stored silicone products to detect any issues promptly.Checking for signs of deformation,discoloration,or damage and addressing them in a timely manner can prevent further development of problems.
Categorized Storage
Storing silicone products according to their characteristics and users can prevent mutual influence between different products, ensuring that each products is stored under the best conditions.
Additon of Antioxidants
Adding an appropriate amount of antioxidants during the production process of silicone products can enhance their anti- aging properties,thereby extending the service life of the products.
By implementing the above measures, we can effectively extend the service life of silicone products and maintain their excellent performance.This not onky helps to reduce maitenance costs but also ensures that silicone products remain reliable and safe for long-term use.
