Why It Matters
Preventing part sticking in injection, compression, and extrusion via silicone and non-silicone release agents and internal lubricants
Solution Approach
Preventing part sticking in injection, compression, and extrusion via silicone and non-silicone release agents and internal lubricants RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.
Typical Treatment Workflow
1
System Assessment
Characterize operating conditions—fluid composition, temperature, pressure, flow rates—and benchmark current treatment performance.
2
Chemistry Selection
Match base chemicals to your operating envelope. Factor in compatibility with existing programs, regulatory constraints, and downstream impacts.
3
Dosage & Delivery
Determine optimal treat rates through jar testing or field trials. Configure packaging (drums, totes, ISO tanks) to match consumption and storage logistics.
4
Monitoring & Adjustment
Track KPIs—coupon rates, residuals, separator performance, water quality. Adjust chemistry and dosage as conditions change.
Recommended Chemistries (4)
Decamethyltetrasiloxane (MD2M)
CAS 141-62-8
Silicone Fluids & Oils
Conditioning
Low-surface-energy linear siloxane migrates to the tool interface to form a non-stick, low-friction film for clean part release (a low-MW volatile siloxane, not a high-MW PDMS)
Vapor Pressure: 0.37
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Carnauba Wax
CAS 8015-86-9
Specialty Additives
Film Formation
Non-silicone hard wax that blooms to the surface, providing slip and an anti-stick barrier without silicone transfer (paintable parts)
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Zinc Stearate
CAS 557-05-1
Acids & Salts
Lubrication
Internal/external metal-soap lubricant that reduces friction at the polymer-mold interface and aids ejection
Physical Description: Zinc stearate is a white, hydrophobic powder wi… Appearance: White powder free from gritiness Odor: Slight, characteristic odor
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Octyltriethoxysilane
CAS 2943-75-1
Silanes & Organosilanes
Film Formation
Ester lubricant providing slip/release as a non-silicone alternative
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