Silicone fluids are used in a variety of applications, including:
Lubricants: Silicone fluids are used as lubricants in the plastic, textile, and automobile industries. They are also used in shock absorbers, brakes, and clutches.
Release agents: Silicone fluids are used as release agents in elastomer and thermoplastic molding.
Anti-block agents: Silicone fluids are used as anti-block agents for film.
Heating medium: Silicone fluids can be used as heating medium oils for solar systems. They can be used in open systems at temperatures ranging from -30°C to +250°C, and in closed systems at temperatures ranging from -50°C to +250°C.
Water repellent treatment: Silicone fluids can be used to treat glass, metal, fibre, and powder to make them water repellent.
Cosmetic additives: Silicone fluids can be used as additives in cosmetics.
Electrical insulators: Silicone fluids are excellent electrical insulators and are non-flammable.
