Dimethicone- ▸ Vibration / shock damping and mechanical (dashpot) fluid — liquid-filled gauges, rotary dampers, hydraulic stabilizers
- ▸ Plastics additive — surface slip and anti-block compounded into plastic; high MW migrates slowly for durable slip
- ▸ Non-carbonizing mold release for rubber, plastics and metal die-castings
- ▸ Polish active — a high-viscosity fluid blended for greater depth of gloss
- ▸ Liquid dielectric, antifoam, and persistent lubrication of plastic/rubber parts (not metal-on-metal)
Mid- and high-viscosity polydimethylsiloxane fluids (>= 5 cSt) are reported as not meeting GHS hazard-classification criteria. The grade-specific SDS governs. A full SDS is supplied with every shipment and on request; hazard status is confirmed against the grade-specific SDS.
Silicone Oil 60,000 cSt is a very-high-viscosity grade for vibration and shock damping and for durable, slow-migrating slip and release films. Its high molecular weight and low viscosity-temperature coefficient give stable damping in dashpots and gauges, plastics surface slip and anti-block, polish depth-of-gloss, non-carbonizing mold release, and dielectric and antifoam duty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 60,000 cSt silicone fluid used for?
60,000 cSt silicone fluid (dimethicone / PDMS) is a very-high-viscosity grade for vibration/shock damping (dashpots, gauges), plastics surface slip and anti-block, non-carbonizing mold release, polish depth-of-gloss, and dielectric/antifoam duty. Its high MW gives durable, slow-migrating films.
Is 60,000 cSt silicone fluid the same as dimethicone or silicone oil?
Yes — silicone fluid, silicone oil, dimethicone and PDMS all refer to the same linear polydimethylsiloxane (CAS 9006-65-9); 60,000 cSt is the viscosity grade. Because it is a polymer rather than a single molecule, properties are reported per grade rather than as one fixed molecular weight.
Is 60,000 cSt silicone oil flammable?
No. At a flash point of ≥ 315 °C (open cup) the 60,000 cSt grade is not classified as flammable, and mid- to high-viscosity PDMS is not otherwise GHS-classified. Only the volatile sub-5 cSt grades (and discrete volatiles like MM) are flammable. A grade-specific SDS ships with every order.
Identity and hazard data sourced from PubChem and authoritative regulatory references. Confirm against the grade-specific CoA and SDS supplied with every shipment.