SSF-T Silicone Foam is a high-performance microporous silicone elastomer designed for applications requiring reliable compression resilience, sealing performance, thermal stability, flame resistance and long-term durability.
With a fine and uniform cellular structure, SSF-T silicone foam combines the flexibility and elasticity of silicone rubber with the lightweight and compressible characteristics of foam. The material maintains stable performance under repeated compression, temperature variation and demanding environmental conditions.
The SSF-T series covers multiple density, compression-force and hardness grades, allowing engineers to select the appropriate material according to sealing pressure, cushioning requirements, dimensional tolerance and application environment.
Typical applications include EV battery systems, energy storage systems, electronics, electrical cabinets, HVAC equipment, transportation, industrial equipment and other applications requiring high-performance sealing, cushioning, insulation or protection.
SSF-T silicone foam provides stable elastic recovery after compression and deformation. Its controlled compression characteristics help maintain continuous contact pressure in sealing and cushioning applications.
Different grades are available for applications requiring low compression force, medium support or higher compression resistance.
The flexible cellular structure allows SSF-T foam to conform closely to mating surfaces and compensate for dimensional tolerances.
It is suitable for environmental sealing applications where protection against dust, moisture, air and other external contaminants is required.
SSF-T silicone foam provides excellent resistance to both high and low temperatures.
Typical SSF-T grades can operate across a wide temperature range, with selected grades offering performance from approximately -60°C to +200°C.
This makes the material suitable for applications exposed to temperature cycling, outdoor environments and demanding thermal conditions.
Selected SSF-T grades achieve UL94 V-0 flame-retardant performance.
The material also features low smoke characteristics, making it suitable for applications where flame resistance and fire safety are important design requirements.
Silicone-based foam maintains its mechanical and sealing properties under long-term exposure to environmental conditions.
SSF-T is suitable for outdoor equipment, transportation, electrical systems and other applications requiring long-term durability.
SSF-T silicone foam provides electrical insulation performance together with low-density cushioning and sealing characteristics.
Selected grades offer dielectric strength and volume resistivity suitable for electrical and battery-related applications.
The microporous structure provides low thermal conductivity and thermal insulation capability.
SSF-T can be used independently or combined with other insulation materials such as aerogel or mica to create multilayer cushioning and thermal-management structures.
SSF-T silicone foam can be supplied in sheet or roll formats and processed according to customer requirements.
Typical converting processes include slitting, laminating, die cutting, adhesive coating and customized component production.
SSF-T silicone foam is designed for battery systems requiring a combination of cushioning, sealing, insulation, electrical isolation and long-term compression resilience.
Typical applications include:
Battery pack sealing
Cell cushioning and thermal insulation
Pouch cell compression spacers
Prismatic cell cushioning
Battery module insulation
Cold plate support
Battery enclosure sealing
Access port, connector and box sealing
Battery formation applications
SSF-T can also be laminated with materials such as aerogel, mica or PTFE when a combined cushioning, insulation or surface-protection structure is required.
The material is suitable for electronic and electrical equipment requiring flexible sealing, vibration isolation, insulation and environmental protection.
Typical applications include:
Electrical cabinet sealing
Electronic component cushioning
Connector sealing
Enclosure sealing
Outdoor electronic equipment
Lighting equipment
Power electronics
Communication equipment
The combination of compression resilience, temperature resistance, flame retardancy and aging resistance makes SSF-T suitable for demanding transportation applications.
Typical applications include:
Automotive sealing
Battery system components
Vehicle interior cushioning
Vibration isolation
Thermal insulation
Rail transit sealing and cushioning
Transportation equipment protection
SSF-T can be used in industrial equipment and HVAC systems where reliable environmental sealing and long-term performance are required.
Typical applications include:
HVAC equipment sealing
Equipment enclosure sealing
Outdoor equipment protection
Mechanical cushioning
Vibration isolation
Thermal insulation
High-temperature sealing
Silicone foam is also suitable for demanding applications requiring lightweight cushioning, insulation, sealing and thermal protection.
Typical applications include:
Aerospace thermal insulation
High-performance sealing
Equipment cushioning
Vibration isolation
Thermal protection
SSF-T35 and SSF-T40 provide a balance between compression force, resilience and sealing performance for battery pack covers, access ports, connectors and enclosure interfaces.
The material can maintain stable compression resilience during long-term service and is suitable for demanding IP sealing applications.
SSF-T silicone foam can be used as a cushioning and insulation spacer for pouch cells and prismatic battery modules.
The foam can also be laminated with aerogel, mica and other functional materials to combine:
Cushioning
Thermal insulation
Electrical insulation
Dimensional compensation
SSF-T silicone foam can provide elastic support between the cold plate and battery module.
Its compression resilience helps maintain close contact while accommodating dimensional tolerances and mechanical movement.
SSF-T provides flexible environmental sealing for electrical cabinets, lighting equipment, HVAC systems and outdoor electronic equipment.
The material helps protect equipment against dust, moisture, air and other environmental contaminants.
Medium-density SSF-T grades can be die-cut into customized gaskets for connectors, access ports, boxes and enclosure interfaces.
The combination of compression resilience, flame retardancy and temperature resistance makes them suitable for demanding sealing environments.
The elastic cellular structure absorbs mechanical movement and provides cushioning for electronics, vehicle interiors and industrial equipment.
The SSF-T series is organized into different performance ranges according to compression force, density, hardness and application requirements.
Designed for applications requiring low compression force, flexible sealing and cushioning performance.
Typical applications include:
Environmental sealing
Electronics cushioning
HVAC sealing
Outdoor equipment protection
Shock absorption
Low-pressure gasket applications
This is the core SSF-T range for general high-performance sealing and cushioning applications.
The grades provide progressively higher compression force and mechanical support, allowing engineers to select the material according to sealing pressure and compression requirements.
Typical applications include:
Battery pack sealing
Electrical enclosure sealing
Connector and access port sealing
Cold plate support
Module cushioning
Transportation sealing
Industrial equipment sealing
SSF-T35 is particularly suitable for applications requiring a balance between compression performance, sealing capability, thermal resistance and electrical insulation.
The high-hardness range is designed for applications requiring higher compression force, mechanical support and structural cushioning.
Typical applications include:
High-load cushioning
Structural support
Heavy-duty sealing
Battery and module support
Industrial equipment
Applications requiring higher compression resistance
The appropriate grade should be selected according to required compression force, thickness, density, tolerance and long-term compression conditions.
The following representative data summarizes the main SSF-T grades currently covered by the technical data.
Grade | Density (g/cm³) | Compression Force @25% (kPa) | Tensile Strength (kPa) | Elongation (%) | Compression Set @100°C (%) | Dielectric Strength (kV/mm) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) | Flame Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SSF-T20 | 0.23 ±0.03 | 15 ±10 | ≥200 | ≥50 | ≤5 | ≥2.0 | 0.06 | V-0 |
SSF-T25 | 0.26 ±0.03 | 35 ±15 | ≥200 | ≥60 | ≤5 | ≥2.5 | 0.06 | V-0 |
SSF-T35 | 0.37 ±0.04 | 75 ±25 | ≥300 | ≥60 | ≤5 | ≥3.0 | 0.07 | V-0 |
SSF-T40 | 0.40 ±0.04 | 110 ±30 | ≥350 | ≥70 | ≤5 | ≥3.0 | 0.08 | V-0 |
SSF-T50 | 0.55 ±0.05 | 140 ±30 | ≥700 | ≥80 | ≤5 | ≥4.0 | 0.08 | V-0 |
SSF-T60 | 0.62 ±0.05 | 250 ±50 | ≥800 | ≥60 | ≤5 | >5.0 | 0.08 | V-0 |
SSF-T100 | 0.90 ±0.10 | 500 ±100 | ≥800 | ≥80 | ≤15 | ≥4.0 | 0.08 | V-0 |
Low-temperature flexibility: -55°C PASS for the listed grades
Operating temperature: selected grades approximately -60°C to +200°C
Water absorption: typically <5%
RoHS compliant
Low smoke characteristics
Electrical insulation performance
Excellent compression resistance
Excellent aging and weather resistance
The values above are representative technical data. Actual performance may vary according to grade, thickness, test conditions and customized specifications.
SSF-T silicone foam is available in multiple density and compression-force grades to accommodate different application requirements.
Performance Direction | Recommended Grades | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
Low Compression | T18 / T20 | Soft sealing, cushioning, electronics |
Low-to-Medium Compression | T25 | General sealing and cushioning |
Medium Compression | T35 | Battery sealing, electrical sealing, module support |
Medium-High Compression | T40 | Enclosure sealing, battery systems, industrial sealing |
High Compression | T50 | High-support sealing and cushioning |
Higher Compression | T60 / T80 | Structural support, high-load cushioning |
High-Hardness Support | T100 | High-load applications and structural cushioning |
Depending on the application, SSF-T can be customized according to:
Density
Compression force
Thickness
Hardness
Width and length
Color
Surface treatment
Lamination structure
Adhesive backing
Die-cut geometry
Application-specific performance requirements
For battery and sealing applications, material selection can be optimized according to compression ratio, required sealing pressure, dimensional tolerance, operating temperature and service life.
SSF-T silicone foam can be laminated with adhesive films, functional films or other foam materials to create multilayer structures for sealing, insulation and cushioning applications.
Roll and sheet materials can be slit to customer-specified widths for downstream converting and automated production.
SSF-T can be die-cut into customized gaskets, spacers, seals and cushioning components according to customer drawings.
Typical converted products include:
Battery sealing gaskets
Cell cushioning spacers
Connector seals
Enclosure gaskets
Electrical insulation components
Thermal insulation pads
Customized cushioning components
SSF-T is not a single-performance silicone foam. Different grades are designed to provide different levels of compression force, density, resilience and mechanical support.
For material selection, the key factors include:
Application → Compression Requirement → Thickness → Density → Temperature → Sealing Pressure → Flame Rating → Electrical Performance → Processing Method
Our technical team can recommend the appropriate SSF-T grade based on your application conditions, compression requirements and component design.
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