A.10.2. CV-1144-0

PRODUCT

Type

Controlled volatility RTV silicone atomic oxygen overcoat

Chemical Composition

Dimethyl Diphenyl Silicone Polymer

Manufacturer

Nusil Technology

          1150 Mark Avenue,

          Carpinteria, CA 93013

          USA

Tel: +1 805 684 8780

Fax: +1 805 566 990

Email: steveb@nusil.com

www.nusil.com

European Agent

Polymer Systems Technology Ltd.

          Unit 6, First Floor, Vernon Bldg,

          Westbourne St, High Wycombe

          UK

Tel: +44 (0)1494 446610

Fax: +44 (0)1494 528611

Email: Poly.systechltd@btinternet.com

EXPERIENCE & AVAILABILITY

Development Status

Special Commercial Product

Cost Range

High

Lot Reproducibility

Good

Space Experience

Good

GENERAL PROPERTIES (Physical, Mechanical, Thermal, Electrical, Optical)

Nature

Typical Value

Remarks

Appearance

Clear, elastomer

 

Viscosity

265 ± 50 cps

Manufacturer’s Data

Refractive Index

1.43 ± 0.05

Manufacturer’s Data

Nonvolatile Content

60 ± 2%

Manufacturer’s Data

Shelf Life

6 Months

@ 25°C, Refrigeration may extend shelf life.

PROPERTIES RELEVANT TO SPACE USE

Nature

Typical Value

Type of Test

Temperature Range

-115°C to +232°C.

Manufacturer’s Data

Outgassing

TML = 0.30%, RML =0.25%, CVCM = 0.01%

ECSS-Q-70-02

SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS

·          CV-1144-0 is normally self bonding. If a primer is required, Nusil SP-120 Silicone primer is recommended.

·          Cure times at 25°C and 50% RH:

          - Tack-free time – 1 hour.

          - Time to handling – 24 hours.