Slip-Improving Wax Additives for Silicone Rubber Seals

Silicone rubber seals are essential in automotive, electronics, and industrial applications due to their excellent heat resistance and flexibility. However, during production and in-service use, high surface friction can lead to assembly challenges, premature wear, and reduced sealing efficiency. Slip-improving wax additives provide a simple yet effective solution.

Industry Pain Points

• Difficult assembly due to high friction

• Abrasion damage during repetitive movement

• Mold sticking during production

Advantages of Wax Additives

• Enhanced Slip Properties: Creates a low-friction surface for easier assembly.

• Abrasion Resistance: Forms a micro-protective layer to reduce wear and tear.

• Improved Mold Release: Simplifies demolding, reducing cycle time and equipment cleaning frequency.

Application Case

An automotive supplier applied a slip-improving polyethylene wax additive to their silicone rubber window seals, achieving smoother installation, less assembly force, and improved service life.

Oxidized and functionalized polyethylene waxes offer good compatibility with silicone rubber, resisting migration while maintaining elasticity.

Improve your silicone rubber seals with our slip-enhancing wax solutions. Contact our team for a tailored recommendation.