Customization: Available
Material: Organic Silicone
Application: Household, Medical, Industrial, Agricultural
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Basic Info
Model NO. DC
Certification ISO, REACH, RoHS
Origin China
Trademark Dachuang Kehua
HS Code 3910000000
Production Capacity 1,000,000 Sqm/Week
Specification Customized
Transport Package Carton + Pallet

Product Name

Flame-Retardant (UL94 V0) Foam Silicone Sealing Ring – Fire-Safe for Electrical Cabinet Door Edges


Material Overview

Foamed silicone is an advanced, lightweight, and porous elastomer derived from flame-retardant silicone rubber—specifically engineered to meet the rigorous fire safety and sealing demands of electrical cabinet door edges.

It features a unique cellular structure composed of uniformly distributed air- or gas-filled pockets. This microstructure is precisely formed through controlled manufacturing processes such as:

  • Use of UL94 V0-compliant chemical foaming agents,
  • Mechanical aeration techniques, or
  • Inert gas injection during vulcanization (curing).

The result is a soft, resilient foam matrix that retains the essential performance attributes of solid silicone rubber—critical for electrical applications—including:
✔ Excellent flexibility (conforms to irregular door profiles)
✔ Strong chemical inertness (resists insulating oils & cleaning agents)
✔ Long-term durability (withstands continuous operation)

…while offering significant advantages in:
Reduced weight (minimizes stress on door hinges and seals)
Enhanced cushioning (ensures consistent, tight sealing under compression)


Key Performance Characteristics

🔥 Flame Retardancy (UL94 V0 Certified)

Meets the stringent UL94 V0 flammability standard—self-extinguishes within 10 seconds after ignition with no flaming drips. Ensures critical fire safety in electrical enclosures and prevents flame propagation.

🌡️ Wide Temperature Resistance

Operates reliably from -60°C to +200°C or higher, maintaining sealing integrity and mechanical stability under extreme thermal cycles or short-term overheating events common in electrical systems.

🛡️ Superior Environmental Resistance

Highly resistant to:

  • Ultraviolet (UV) radiation
  • Ozone and oxidation
  • Insulating oils, coolants, and industrial cleaning agents

Ideal for both indoor (e.g., data centers) and outdoor (e.g., power distribution cabinets) environments.

🧊 Excellent Thermal Insulation

The closed or open-cell foam structure traps air, creating a natural thermal barrier. Helps:

  • Isolate internal components from external temperature fluctuations
  • Slow heat transfer during internal overheating incidents

🌀 Vibration & Shock Damping

Absorbs mechanical vibrations from door operation or nearby equipment, preventing seal fatigue and loosening over time—ensuring long-term sealing reliability.

💨 Customizable Cell Structure

Available in two configurations for application-specific optimization:

Type Properties Recommended Applications
Open-Cell Foam High breathability, acoustic absorption, moderate compression Ventilated cabinets, server racks (prioritizing heat dissipation & noise reduction)
Closed-Cell Foam Superior water/moisture resistance, low fluid absorption Outdoor, humid, or rain-exposed cabinets (e.g., waterproof distribution boxes)

Both types maintain UL94 V0 flame-retardant certification, ensuring fire safety across all use cases.


Typical Applications

  • Sealing edges of electrical control cabinets
  • Gaskets for outdoor power distribution boxes
  • Fire-safe seals in data center server enclosures
  • Door seals in industrial automation panels
  • Flame-retardant padding in high-voltage equipment housings

Summary

The Flame-Retardant (UL94 V0) Foam Silicone Sealing Ring delivers a perfect balance of fire safety, environmental protection, and mechanical resilience. It is the ideal solution for securing electrical cabinet doors with reliable, long-lasting, and code-compliant sealing performance in demanding industrial, commercial, and outdoor environments.


Key Features of Foamed Silicone Products

Foamed silicone is a specialized category of silicone elastomers engineered with a cellular structure containing microscopic air or gas-filled pockets. This lightweight, semi-rigid to flexible material combines the core advantages of conventional silicone—such as thermal stability and chemical resistance—with enhanced cushioning, insulation, and weight-reduction properties.

Produced through advanced methods including chemical foaming, gas injection, or mechanical aeration during vulcanization, foamed silicone delivers high-performance solutions across industrial, consumer, automotive, medical, and electronic applications.

Below are the principal characteristics that define the performance and value of foamed silicone products:


1. 🪶 Lightweight Structure with High Compressibility

  • Cellular design significantly reduces density while maintaining structural integrity.
  • Ideal for weight-sensitive applications (e.g., aerospace, portable electronics).
  • Offers excellent compressibility and recovery, ensuring long-term sealing and gasket performance under repeated mechanical stress.

2. 🔥 Thermal Insulation & Wide Temperature Resistance

  • Trapped air in foam cells acts as an effective thermal barrier, minimizing heat transfer.
  • Operates reliably from –60°C to +200°C (or higher) without deformation, hardening, or degradation.
  • Maintains stable performance in extreme environments—ideal for engine bays, outdoor enclosures, and HVAC systems.

3. 🌿 Environmental & Chemical Resistance

  • Inherits silicone’s natural resistance to:
    • Ultraviolet (UV) radiation
    • Ozone and oxidation
    • Water, humidity, and a wide range of chemicals (oils, coolants, cleaning agents)
  • Ensures long-term durability in harsh indoor/outdoor conditions, including marine, industrial, and corrosive settings.

4. 🔁 Versatility in Cell Structure

Available in two primary configurations for tailored application needs:

Open-Cell Foam Closed-Cell Foam
• Air-permeable structure
• Superior sound absorption
• Soft, highly compressible feel
• Ideal for cushioning, padding, and acoustic insulation
• Sealed cell walls prevent fluid/moisture ingress
• Excellent water, vapor, and dust resistance
• Higher tensile strength
• Best for environmental sealing and thermal barriers

✅ Both types can be formulated to meet flame-retardant (UL94 V0), food-grade, or medical-grade standards.


5. 🩺 Biocompatibility & Safety Compliance

  • Non-toxic, hypoallergenic, and odorless.
  • Available in FDA-compliant, REACH, and RoHS-certified grades.
  • Suitable for sensitive applications such as:
    • Medical device padding
    • Infant care products
    • Food processing equipment insulation

6. 💥 Mechanical Resilience & Shock Absorption

  • Provides outstanding impact protection and vibration damping.
  • Protects delicate components from shocks, drops, and operational vibrations.
  • Resistant to tearing, abrasion, and fatigue—ensures long service life even under dynamic loads.

7. ⚡ Electrical Insulation Capabilities

  • Retains reliable dielectric properties in foam form.
  • Used in:
    • Insulating gaskets for electronic housings
    • EMI/RFI shielding pads
    • Battery compartment seals
  • Supports safety and performance in high-voltage and sensitive electronic devices.

8. 🛠️ Manufacturing Efficiency & Customization

  • Compatible with multiple fabrication processes:
    • Compression molding
    • Extrusion
    • Die-cutting (flat or rotary)
    • CNC cutting
  • Fully customizable in terms of:
    • Density: Light cushioning to firm support
    • Hardness: 10–50 Shore A (typical)
    • Color: Black, white, red, blue, or custom
    • Form: Sheets, rolls, strips, molded shapes, die-cut parts

Enables scalable production and seamless integration into diverse product designs.


✅ Summary

Foamed silicone is not just a seal—it's a multifunctional engineered material that delivers:
🔹 Lightweight comfort
🔹 Fire safety (UL94 V0 options)
🔹 Extreme environment resilience
🔹 Design flexibility

Whether used for sealing, cushioning, insulating, or protecting, foamed silicone provides a high-performance, durable, and compliant solution across industries—from EV battery packs and electrical cabinets to medical devices and consumer electronics.