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ELASTOSIL® FX by Wacker Chemie – hyper-realistic skin that brings prosthetics and robots to life

Looking for a material that feels, looks, and behaves almost exactly like real human skin?

ELASTOSIL® FX is a premium line of platinum-cure RTV-2 silicones designed for the highest demands in medicine and robotics. From the ultra-soft FX 30 Gel (Shore 00/30) through FX 10 and FX 20 to the durable FX 28 (Shore A 28) – each base offers different hardness, while FX Softener lets you go even softer with full control over surface tack (without any oiliness!).

With Stabilizer 43 you adjust flow, and Catalyst EP or Inhibitor PT 88 control curing time. Realistic prosthetic skin, second skin for robots, medical training phantoms, orthotics and insoles – everything becomes possible with unmatched precision and realism.

Skin-safe, self-degassing, zero shrinkage, and exceptional elasticity and strength.

Want to know which variant is best for your project and how to customize it perfectly?

Read the full article – you’ll find a detailed product comparison, hardness charts, practical tips, and inspiring applications that will help you create something extraordinary.

See you on silray.pl – time to take realism to the next level!

Traction motors operate in extreme conditions where traditional resins and varnishes often fail prematurely. This is why an increasing number of railway and tram service centers are turning to ELASTOSIL® RT 622 silicone. Thanks to its soft structure, high resistance, and excellent electrical insulation properties, this material can significantly extend the lifespan of refurbished components. To discover why RT 622 has become one of the most effective solutions in traction motor regeneration, read the full article.

Transformer windings operate under extreme conditions—exposed to high temperatures, constant vibrations, and humidity. This is why flexible RTV-2 silicones are increasingly used for their protection. ELASTOSIL® RT 628 A/B provides durable electrical insulation, effectively compensates for mechanical stress, and maintains stability even at temperatures up to +180°C. Discover why this silicone has become a proven solution in modern electrical engineering and the power industry.

Silicones for mold making have revolutionized the world of prototyping, design, and small-batch production. They allow even the finest details to be reproduced with high fidelity, while remaining flexible, durable, and dimensionally stable. At the same time, they perform exceptionally well when working with resins, plaster, wax, or artistic concrete. In this article, we explain why systems such as ELASTOSIL® M and RTV-2 have become the standard in design studios, the creative industries, and technical applications — and how silicone has transformed the way we think about molding and creating replicas.