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SEMISIL R620

HMDS-treated hydrophobic fumed silica on a 200 BET carrier — the gold standard for LSR and HTV silicone rubber, with optical clarity and mechanical reinforcement.

BET: 200 ± 20 m²/gpH: 5.5 ~ 8.0SiO₂ ≥ 99.8%CAS 112945-52-5

Typical Applications

LSR silicone rubberHTV silicone rubberOptical-grade compositesAdhesives

Strategic Applications & Solutions

LSR & HTV Rubber

Acts as a powerful reinforcing filler for HTV silicone rubber and LSR. It boosts tear strength and tensile properties while maintaining the highest optical clarity.

High-End Coatings

The ideal anti-settling agent in coatings. It prevents pigment sedimentation in clear coats and high-gloss finishes without affecting the final transparency.

Technical Powders

Serves as an advanced anti-caking aid for sensitive powders. It provides superior fluidization and protects high-value powder formulations from moisture-induced clumping.

Adhesives & Inks

Ensures stable thixotropy for printing inks and structural adhesives. It allows for high-build applications with zero sagging, even under high shear conditions.

Key Functional Properties of SemiSIL R620

Ultimate Optical Clarity

As a specialized high hydrophobicity silica for LSR, the HMDS treatment ensures the highest transparency in liquid silicone rubber, providing invisible reinforcement without compromising optical quality or color stability.

Superior Mechanical Strength

Based on a hydrophobic silica with 200 BET carrier, it delivers exceptional tear strength and tensile modulus in HTV elastomers, making it the gold standard for high-durability and high-precision silicone parts.

Permanent Hydrophobic Barrier

This HMDS surface modified silica features an impenetrable moisture shield that protects moisture-sensitive electronic coatings and high-value powder formulations.

Advanced Thixotropy & Anti-Settling

SemiSIL R620 acts as a precision anti-sagging agent in coatings and printing ink, building a temperature-stable 3D network that ensures perfect pigment suspension and zero vertical slump in high-gloss clear coats.

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Technical Data (TDS)

Note: All parameters of our HMDS treated fumed silica R620 meet international industrial standards.

PropertyStandard ValueUnitMethod
Specific Surface Area (BET)200 ± 20m²/gGB/T 20020
pH Value (in 4% dispersion)5.5 ~ 8.0GB/T 20020
Carbon Content1.5 ~ 2.1Wt%GB/T 20020
Loss on Drying (2h @ 105°C)≤ 0.7Wt%GB/T 20020
Loss on Ignition (2h @ 1000°C)≤ 4.0Wt%GB/T 20020
Tamped Density40 ~ 60g/LGB/T 20020
Silica Content (SiO₂)≥ 99.8%GB/T 20020

Note: All parameters of our HMDS treated fumed silica R620 meet international industrial standards.

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Packaging & Logistics

Non-DG Compliance: Fully safe for Railway, Sea (Shipping), and Truck transportation. 20'FCL Loading • 180kg / pallet…

Non-DG Compliance: Fully safe for Railway, Sea (Shipping), and Truck transportation.

20'FCL Loading • 180kg / pallet (18 bags) • 10 pallets / 1800kg total

40'HQ Loading • 220kg / pallet (22 bags) • 20 pallets / 4400kg total

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SemiSIL R620 a direct alternative to Aerosil® R812 or HDK® H20?

Yes. SemiSIL R620 is a 1:1 technical equivalent to industry-standard HMDS grades like Aerosil R812. It is based on a 200 BET carrier and features the same HMDS surface modified silica chemistry, making it a reliable drop-in replacement for high-performance elastomers and coatings.

Why is R620 preferred for LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) applications?

SemiSIL R620 is the premier high hydrophobicity silica for LSR because the HMDS treatment creates a highly compatible interface with silicone polymers. It provides superior mechanical reinforcement (tear and tensile strength) while maintaining ultimate optical clarity, which is essential for medical-grade and high-transparency silicone parts.

How does the 200 BET surface area impact coating performance?

As a hydrophobic silica with 200 BET, R620 builds a much denser thixotropic network compared to lower surface area grades. This makes it an elite anti-sagging agent in coatings, ensuring that even high-build clear coats remain uniform on vertical surfaces without settling or cloudiness.

How does R620 perform in high-humidity environments?

SEMISIL R620 offers extreme water repellency. It acts as a permanent moisture barrier, preventing micro-clumping in technical powders and ensuring that sensitive printing inks maintain stable rheology even in tropical climates.

When should I choose R620 (HMDS) over R202 (PDMS)?

Choose SemiSIL R620 when optical clarity and maximum reinforcement are your top priorities, particularly in LSR and HTV. Choose R202 when you need the "silicone oil" effect to prevent crepe hardening in HCR or require maximum stability in polar resins like epoxy.

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