Product Overview
60 Durometer Commercial Grade Solid Silicone — Technical Overview & FAQs
Product Overview
60 Durometer Commercial Grade Solid Silicone Rubber is a firm, durable silicone elastomer engineered for applications requiring strong sealing pressure, excellent dimensional stability, and long-term performance across extreme temperatures.
At 60 Shore A, this grade is significantly firmer than 30–50A silicones, offering higher mechanical strength, reduced deformation under load, and improved tear resistance, making it ideal for high-compression gaskets, industrial enclosure sealing, and mechanically demanding components.
The material maintains reliable elasticity over a wide temperature range, with exceptional resistance to UV, ozone, moisture, and weathering, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications across electronics, lighting, transportation, machinery, and industrial systems.
Applications
High-pressure and high-compression sealing
Industrial enclosures, control panels, and equipment doors
LED lighting gaskets and high-duty lens seals
Automotive and aerospace mechanical sealing
Electrical enclosure and junction box gaskets
Pads, bumpers, insulation barriers, and die-cut components
Key Properties
Durometer: 60 Shore A (firm, structural grade)
Tensile Strength: Higher than softer grades; excellent durability
Elongation: Moderate; maintains flexibility while providing firm support
Compression Set: Excellent sealing retention under repeated load
Temperature Range: –80 °F to +450 °F (–62 °C to +232 °C)
Environmental Resistance: Exceptional UV, ozone, and outdoor weather resistance
Chemical Resistance: Good resistance to water, oils, and aging
Electrical: Strong dielectric insulating properties
Formats: Sheets, rolls, strips, die-cut gaskets, extrusions, PSA-backed parts
Compliance: RoHS | REACH
FAQs
What is 60 Durometer Solid Silicone used for?
It is used for high-compression gaskets, durable environmental seals, industrial equipment gasketing, and mechanical components requiring firm support and long service life.
How firm is 60 durometer silicone?
60A silicone is a firm elastomer, providing:
Strong mechanical support
Higher sealing pressure
Lower deformation under high loads
Greater resistance to wear compared to softer silicones
Can 60 durometer silicone be used outdoors?
Yes — silicone rubber is naturally resistant to UV, ozone, humidity, and weather exposure, making it highly suitable for outdoor and long-term installations.
How does 60A silicone perform at high temperatures?
It remains stable and flexible across temperatures from –80 °F to +450 °F, making it ideal for high-temperature sealing and industrial environments.
Can this material be produced as die-cut or adhesive-backed gaskets?
Absolutely — H-O Products manufactures die-cut gaskets, PSA-backed components, sheets, strips, and custom engineering shapes for OEM applications.
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