3. Plastic industry
In the plastics industry, silicone oil is used as a plasticizer and lubricant. It helps improve the processing and flow characteristics of plastic materials, making it easier to shape the material into the desired product. Silicone oil also helps reduce friction and wear during processing, extending the life of equipment and machinery. In addition, it can be added to plastic products to improve their physical properties such as flexibility and weather resistance. In some cases, it can also be used as a release agent to prevent adhesion between the plastic material and the mold. The high temperature resistance of silicone fluids makes them ideal for high temperature processing applications such as extrusion and injection molding.