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WACKER, the Munich-based chemical company, is showcasing ELASTOSIL^® LR 3072/50 at K 2016. The self adhesive liquid silicone rubber is ideal for sealing applications in the engine compartment or car body. Typical areas of application include automotive electronics and electrical systems, where the product is used in single-wire seals and connector housings with radial seals applied by injection molding.

WACKER, the Munich-based chemical company, will showcase ELASTOSIL^® LR 3072/50 at the K 2016 International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber. The self-adhesive liquid silicone rubber delivers good elastic recovery and bonds well to several metals and plastic. Once cured, the elastomer bleeds fluid, which simplifies installation of connectors and other parts.

Oil-resistant O-ring made of ELASTOSIL^® LR 3016/65. WACKER, the Munich-based chemical group, will be presenting this new liquid silicone rubber at the K 2016 International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber in October. ELASTOSIL^® LR 3016/65 features enhanced oil resistance. Molded parts made of this material meet the latest standards of leading automakers.

WACKER, the Munich-based chemical company, will be presenting a new steam-resistant and hydrolytically stable liquid silicone rubber at K 2016, the International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber. O-rings and other molded parts made from ELASTOSIL^® LR 3020/60 are suitable for applications that are regularly exposed to hot water and steam. Typical applications are molded seals for domestic appliances, medical devices, sanitary engineering, heating systems and power plant technology.

Stress test with ELASTOSIL^® LR 3003/90. WACKER, the Munich-based chemical company, will showcase this new liquid silicone rubber at K 2016, the International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber. With a Shore A value of 90 after curing, the new grade achieves an exceptionally high level of hardness and rigidity.