DOWSIL Sylgard 184 Silicone Elastomer Two Part Encapsulant for LED

Dowsil Adhesive
September 15, 2025
Category Connection: Dowsil Adhesive
Brief: Discover the DOWSIL Sylgard 184 Silicone Elastomer, a two-part encapsulant perfect for LED applications. This transparent, room-temperature or heat-cured elastomer offers high transparency, excellent dielectric properties, and flame resistance. Ideal for electronic encapsulation, it ensures reliable performance from -45°C to 200°C.
Related Product Features:
  • Fast cure with heat acceleration (10 minutes at 150°C).
  • High transparency with a refractive index of 1.3997 to 1.4225.
  • Excellent dielectric strength of 500 V/mil (19 kV/mm).
  • Mechanical properties include Shore A hardness 43 and tensile strength 6.7 MPa.
  • UV-stable and weather-resistant for long-term durability.
  • Non-exothermic cure process, unaffected by sectional thickness.
  • Compatible with most materials but avoid sulfur and tin.
  • Wide operating temperature range from -45°C to 200°C.
Faqs:
  • What is the mix ratio for DOWSIL Sylgard 184?
    The mix ratio is 10:1 (base:curing agent) for optimal performance.
  • What are the typical applications for this silicone elastomer?
    It is used for LED lighting encapsulation, solar cell protection, high-voltage devices, sensors, and aerospace electronics.
  • How long does it take to cure at room temperature?
    It cures in 48 hours at 25°C, but heat can accelerate the process to 10 minutes at 150°C.