Shin-Etsu Silicone Selection Guide

Methyl Type

Methyl silicone resin is a silicone resin in which all functional groups are composed of methyl groups. It forms a film with high hardness, moisture resistance, insulation, water repellency, and mold release properties.

A silicone resin in which all organic substituents consist of methyl groups. In addition to the basic properties of silicone resins, such as heat resistance and electrical insulation, it forms a cured film with high hardness, water repellency, and excellent mold release properties.

  Structural Features Performance Features
Methyl Type Methyl groups High hardness, water repellency, and mold-releasing properties
Methyl/Phenyl Type Methyl and phenyl groups High heat resistance, compatibility, crack and peel resistance
Epoxy Resin Modified Type Hybrid with epoxy resin Anti-corrosion, water resistance, adhesion
Polyester Resin Modified Type Hybrid with polyester resin Chemical resistance, bending resistance
Alkyd Resin Modified Type Hybrid with alkyd resin Gloss, pigment suitability, room temperature curing

Positioning of each Product

Characteristic comparison and positioning of methyl type and methyl/phenyl type products

Characteristic Comparison of Methyl and Methyl/Phenyl Products

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Comparison of properties of methyl and methyl/phenyl products. Methyl- and Methyl/Phenyl-based Products
 Comparison of properties and positioning of methyl and methyl/phenyl products 2

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