Technical Data
Technical reference for silicone rubber and fiberglass-reinforced silicone mats, including physical properties, chemical resistance, temperature range, cleaning compatibility and customization options.
Material reference
Silicone mats are flexible, heat-resistant materials widely used in baking, food processing, drying, industrial lining, medical environments, and custom surface applications.
Depending on the construction, silicone mats may be made from solid silicone rubber or silicone-coated fiberglass fabric.
Fiberglass-reinforced silicone mats combine the flexibility and non-stick characteristics of silicone with improved dimensional stability and mechanical strength from the fiberglass substrate.
Performance characteristics
Typical material characteristics are shown below for reference and specification discussions.
| Property | Typical Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Material | Silicone rubber or silicone-coated fiberglass |
| Structure | Solid silicone / fiberglass reinforced |
| Temperature Range | Typically -40°C to 230°C |
| Flexibility | Flexible and rollable |
| Surface | Smooth, matte, textured, or non-stick |
| Water Resistance | Excellent |
| Moisture Absorption | Low |
| Electrical Insulation | Good |
| Weather Resistance | Good resistance to UV, ozone, and aging |
| Dimensional Stability | Good; improved significantly with fiberglass reinforcement |
| Elastic Recovery | Good |
| Tear Resistance | Moderate; depends on formulation and reinforcement |
| Abrasion Resistance | Moderate |
| Custom Thickness | Available depending on application |
| Custom Size | Available |
Compatibility guidance
Silicone generally provides good resistance to water, cleaning agents, alcohols, oxidation, and many mild chemical environments.
Chemical compatibility should always be evaluated according to concentration, temperature, and contact duration.
| Environment | Typical Resistance |
|---|---|
| Water | Excellent |
| Soap / Detergent | Excellent |
| Ethanol | Good |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | Good |
| Food Oils | Good |
| Dilute Acids | Good |
| Dilute Alkalis | Good |
| Salt Solutions | Good |
| Humidity | Excellent |
| Ozone | Excellent |
| UV Exposure | Good |
| Mineral Oil | Moderate |
| Fuels | Limited to Moderate |
| Aromatic Hydrocarbons | Limited |
| Chlorinated Solvents | Not Recommended |
| Strong Acids | Application Testing Required |
| Strong Alkalis | Application Testing Required |
Supply options
Construction and finished format can be selected around the intended application.
| Specification | Typical Options |
|---|---|
| Base Material | Silicone rubber / fiberglass fabric |
| Coating | Silicone |
| Typical Thickness | Approx. 0.4–2.2 mm depending on construction |
| Temperature Resistance | Typically up to 230°C |
| Surface Finish | Smooth / matte / textured |
| Reinforcement | Fiberglass mesh optional |
| Color | Standard or custom |
| Size | Standard or custom |
| Shape | Sheet, mat, liner, die-cut part |
| Printing | Logo, ruler, calibration marks, graphics, custom artwork |
| Edge | Cut edge / custom finishing |
| Supply Form | Individual mat / sheet / roll |
| Customization | Size, thickness, color, printing, reinforcement and surface finish |
Construction choice
Both constructions can be appropriate; the better choice depends on flexibility, dimensional stability, and repeated-use requirements.
Option 01
Solid silicone provides high flexibility and elastic recovery.
Solid silicone may stretch or deform more easily under tension.
Option 02
Fiberglass-reinforced silicone consists of a fiberglass fabric substrate coated or laminated with silicone.
Common for baking mats, food processing liners, drying mats, industrial liners and printed measurement mats.
Use environments
Typical examples of how silicone mat constructions are used in commercial and industrial processes.
Care guidance
Silicone mats can typically be cleaned using:
Made to brief
SIFMAT supports custom silicone mat production for commercial and industrial applications.
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