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Metal Detectable Silicone Rubber

Product Codes: VMD45, VMD75

Product Description

Metal detectable silicone is a specialised type of silicone rubber designed for use in industries where contamination prevention is critical, such as food processing and pharmaceuticals. Some of its key features include:

  • Detectability: Infused with metal-detectable additives, this silicone can be identified by standard metal detection systems, allowing for quick identification and removal of any fragments.
  • FDA compliance: This metal detectable silicone meets FDA standards for food safety, ensuring it is safe for use in food contact applications.
  • Durability: Resistant to extreme temperatures, abrasion, and chemicals, making it suitable for harsh environments.
  • Mechanical properties: Offers good flexibility, tensile strength, and tear resistance, which are essential for maintaining integrity under mechanical stress.
  • Non-toxic: Safe for use in sensitive applications, including those involving direct food contact.

These features make metal detectable silicone an essential material for ensuring product safety and compliance in contamination-sensitive industries. The most common of these include:

  • Food Processing: Ensures that any fragments from seals or gaskets can be detected and removed, preventing contamination of food products.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Used in equipment and processes to prevent contamination of medicines and other pharmaceutical products.
  • Beverage industry: Helps maintain the purity of beverages by ensuring that any fragments are detectable.
  • Packaging: Used in machinery and conveyor systems to ensure that any fragments are detected before packaging.
  • Cosmetics: Ensures that cosmetic products remain free form contamination during manufacturing.

Compliances

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Facts

Material Type Metal Detectable Silicone Rubber
Temperature Range -55ᵒC to + 300ᵒC
Hardness Range 45ᵒ - 75ᵒ Shore A
Natural Colour Blue
Available Colours Blue

Main Features

- Detectable using standard metal detection systems
- Good chemical resistance
- Good mechanical properties
- Non toxic

Availability Format

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Target Industries

Pharmaceutical
Ovens and Appliances
Medical
Food & Dairy

Technical Details

  • Mechanical Properties

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Current Delivery Times

Silicone Rubber Extrusion

Normal
5 working days

Silicone Extrusion & Secondary Operations

Normal
10 working days

Silicone Rubber Extrusion (New Dies)

Normal
10 working days

Silicone Rubber Inflatable Seals

Normal
10 working days

Silicone Rubber & Sponge Sheeting

Normal
from 5 working days

Silicone Rubber & Sponge Gaskets

Normal
from 5 working days

EPDM Extrusion

Partially Delayed
3 - 5 Weeks

Compression Moulded Parts

Normal
From 7 Working Days

3D Printed Parts

Normal
5 Working Days

Worldwide Shipping

We ship our goods worldwide using a variety of couriers including DPD, DHL, TNT, UPS and FEDEX. Please contact us to discuss your shipping requirements. 

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Worldwide Shipping

We ship our goods worldwide using a variety of couriers including DPD, DHL, TNT, UPS and FEDEX. Please contact us to discuss your shipping requirements.