CAF 33 Transparent
Bonding and sealing for industrial customers (engine sealing and sunroof bonding in automobiles, household appliances, bonding in aviation, industrial sealing and rotating machinery).
Transparent 1K silicone sealant (acetic) for visible joints with standard CAF-33 properties
Documents
Internal reference:
40-306.KT.ML310
HS code:
39100000
CAF 33: Acetate-curing silicone elastomer at room temperature, non-sagging, available in black, white, and translucent.
CAF 33 belongs to the Elkem CAF series of one-component, moisture-curing silicones. Technology: Acetate (acetic acid curing, 1K). Sales segment: Aerospace / all industries.
Acetate-curing silicone elastomer at room temperature, non-sagging, available in black, white, and translucent.
What makes CAF 33 stand out
What is CAF 33 used for?
processing
Important instructions
- The relevant information is the current Elkem data sheet (TDS and SDS), which we will gladly send you.
- Cross-linked by humidity; reseal opened containers tightly.
CAF 33 in comparison
Technical data for CAF 33 Transparent
| Product information | |
|---|---|
| brand | CAF |
| Manufacturer | Elkem Silicones |
| Networking type | Single-component (humidity) |
| Number of components | 1K (single-component) |
| consistency | Thixotropic |
| Mixing ratio | Single-component |
| Container | 310 ml |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| UV resistance | No |
| Physical properties | |
|---|---|
| Paint has hardened | Transparent |
| Self-leveling | No |
| Electrical properties | |
|---|---|
| Electrical insulation | Yes |
| Product approvals | |
|---|---|
| Food contact | No |
| Suitable for medical use | No |
For binding values, please refer to the technical data sheet (TDS) in the "Documents" tab.
Documents and datasheets
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Technical Data Sheets (TDS) 3
Frequently asked questions about CAF 33
Practical application and design questions — answered by SILITECH.
CAF 33 is suitable for automotive (engine seals in situ, sunroofs), household appliances (oven door angles, washing machine tubs), and aviation.
CAF 33: Acetate (acetic acid crosslinking, 1K).
Continuous use according to Elkem data sheet -65 to 250 degrees C.
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Product specifications
| Product information | |
|---|---|
| brand | CAF |
| Manufacturer | Elkem Silicones |
| Networking type | Single-component (humidity) |
| Number of components | 1K (single-component) |
| consistency | Thixotropic |
| Mixing ratio | Single-component |
| Container | 310 ml |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| UV resistance | No |
| Physical properties | |
|---|---|
| Paint has hardened | Transparent |
| Self-leveling | No |
| Electrical properties | |
|---|---|
| Electrical insulation | Yes |
| Product approvals | |
|---|---|
| Food contact | No |
| Suitable for medical use | No |
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| Mechanical properties | |
|---|---|
| Shore hardness A | 25.0 Shore A |
| Modulus at 100% elongation | 0.6 MPa |
| Tensile strength | 2.5 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 500.0 % |
| Tear resistance | 5.4 kN/m |
| Compression deformation residue | 54.0 % |
| processing | |
|---|---|
| Skin formation time | 6.0 min |
| Fully cured after 24 hours | 4.3 mm |
| Crosslinking 2 mm layer | 6.0 h |
| Physical & Thermal | |
|---|---|
| Density (23°C) | 1.05 g/cm³ |
| Temperature resistance (duration) | -65 to 250 °C |
| Peak temperature (short-term) | 250 °C |
| thermal conductivity | 0.2 W/(m·K) |
| Electrical characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Dielectric constant ε (1 kHz) | 2.8 |
| Dielectric strength | 19.0 kV/mm |
| Contact resistance | 1e+14 Ω·cm |
| Loss factor tan δ | 0.002 |
| storage | |
|---|---|
| Shelf life in original packaging | 24 months |
| Storage temperature | 2 to 30 °C |
Documents and datasheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS) are available for download:
- CAF 33 Translucent - Fiche Technique FR.pdf (88 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Fiche de Sécurité FR.pdf (358 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Safety Data Sheet EN.pdf (395 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Scheda di Sicurezza IT.pdf (345 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Safety Data Sheet DE.pdf (311 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Technical Data Sheet EN.pdf (705 KB)
- CAF 33 Translucent - Technical Data Sheet DE.pdf (215 KB)