Engineering for the Unforgiving Frontier
In the aerospace sector, material failure is not an option. Equipment must operate reliably in environments ranging from the cryogenic vacuum of deep space to the extreme heat of hypersonic re-entry. Silfluo partners with aerospace engineers to develop materials that maintain elasticity, optical clarity, and structural integrity where standard polymers disintegrate.
Key Challenges
Thermal Shock: Components undergo rapid cycling from -120°C to +200°C during orbit or flight.
Aggressive Fluids: Jet fuels (JP-8), hydraulic fluids, and de-icing agents cause severe swelling in rubber seals.
Ablation & Radiation: Hypersonic speeds generate extreme heat (>800°C), while cosmic radiation degrades organic backbones.
The Silfluo Solution
Phenyl Technology: Our high-phenyl content elastomers remain flexible down to -115°C, providing critical damping for satellites.
Fluorosilicone Shield: We combine the solvent resistance of fluorocarbons with the broad temperature range of silicones.
Ceramic Conversion: Our Polysilazane coatings transform into a ceramic shield, withstanding temperatures up to 1300°C.
Typical Applications
Fuel & Hydraulic Systems: O-rings, gaskets, and diaphragms resistant to fuel swelling.
Deep Space Mechanisms: Damping materials for optical sensors and solar array hinges.
Missile & Hypersonic: Ablative thermal protection systems (TPS) and nose cone coatings.
Cockpit Avionics: Optical bonding materials and EMI shielding gaskets.
Recommended Products
| Product Code | Product Name | Key Solution Feature |
| LR-PVMQ | Phenyl Vinyl Silicone Rubber | Extreme low-temp flexibility (-115°C) & radiation resistance for space seals. |
| LR-F5700 | Extruded Fluorosilicone | High-precision tubing resistant to jet fuel and acidic condensates. |
| LR-F5600 | Flame Retardant FVMQ | UL 94 V-0 rated safety for cabin interiors and ammunition storage. |
| LR-ELS400 | Phenyl Elastic Putty | High-damping material for shock absorption in inertial guidance systems. |
